Author Gail Shortland

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The bare feet and legs of a couple, next to some clothes, a bottle of wine, and two glasses

24 ways to have better sex tonight

Bored in the bedroom? Try these tricks to reignite desire and spice things up with your partner
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A hand stabs a fork into a piece of broccoli, which is on a plate against a green background

Experts say this vegetable could help lower your cancer risk

This leafy vegetable has incredible health benefits that shouldn’t be ignored.
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Cuffing season is officially here: 5 reasons your ‘cold weather’ romance could be a dating trap

The dating phenomenon has just been made official, but before you find yourself coupled up for the winter, you might want to think twice
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Woman looking at her phone and smiling in a car

The little-known iPhone setting that could stop you feeling sick when using your phone in the car

If reading your phone in the passenger seat leaves you feeling queasy, a clever setting could make journeys much more comfortable
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A woman wearing a pink sports bra has her back facing the camera and is pinching the love handle on her left hip.

The diet trick that can get rid of your love handles

They can seem impossible to get rid of, but the experts say it is possible
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You can lose weight in your sleep – and this simple trick is the secret

The temperature of your room could matter more than you think when it comes to shaping up
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Close up of woman inspecting cellulite against a blue background

What actually causes cellulite – and the expert-backed ways to reduce it

Simple everyday habits to help smooth the look of dimpled skin
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Colourful tablets/supplements are arranged in the shape of a circle.

Your supplements might not be working because of this common mistake

Find out how to stop wasting money and discover how your health can really benefit from some added extras
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You can see a person's legs on a grey couch. One leg is bent and the other is stretched out, and the person is scratching the bent leg.

Are your legs always itchy? This is what your body may be trying to tell you

Here’s how to tell what’s normal and when it’s worth paying attention.
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Woman grabs vegetables out of sustainable bags

Small lifestyle changes that make your home greener - and save you money

These easy, room-by-room hacks make it easier to cut waste, save energy and build greener habits that will last.
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A cream sofa, which has blankets, a cushion, and a book on it, is surrounded by plants.

9 house plants that can boost your health

Discover which plants you should absolutely have in your home
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A woman examining under her underwear with a magnifying glass

The deadly vagina symptoms you should never ignore

Changes to this reproductive organ can be the first sign your body is in trouble
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Want to feel more awake? Try these simple morning hacks

Small, unexpected habits can help you feel more awake
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A woman wearing activewear is squeezing her stomach in front of a blue background

These everyday foods are causing your belly fat. Here's what to do about it

Combat stubborn stomach fat with some clever food swaps
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Two eggs featuring smiley faces are positioned in front of a man's crotch

23 things you probably don’t know about your testicles

These small but mighty organs do far more than you might think
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25 things you probably don’t know about orgasms

Find out the facts about orgasms and why you should never fake one
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A man and a woman are sleeping back-to-back in a bed with white bedding.

Sleeping on this side could be harming your health more than you think

Find out what difference it makes when it comes to your sleep side preference.
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A woman is sitting on a toilet holding a roll of toilet paper

Eat this shocking fruit to tackle constipation

There’s a small green furry fruit that you’ll be very grateful for if you’re bunged up
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This simple trick will keep your towels soft and fluffy after every wash

You can get the luxury bathroom hotel experience at home with these 14 hacks
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The 6 shocking body parts that people don't clean enough (the worst will surprise you)

You wash every day but are you washing the places that need it most?
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A top-down shot of fresh, immune-boosting foods

Always run-down? These surprising foods will give your immune system a boost

Fight off the coughs and colds by building up your body’s natural defences
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A worried man sits in bed and looks under the covers

25 things you probably don’t know about erections (and when to worry)

Erections are more than just a sign of arousal. Discover the hidden truths behind one of the body’s most fascinating functions.
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Transform your home into a bigger space with these tips

Discover the tricks that interior designers use to make rooms appear larger than they are
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How to master batch cooking to save time and money

Save time and money with the meal trend that will transform your week
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