Health

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Silent but deadly health symptoms you should never ignore

Your body is giving you warning signs and it’s important to know what they are

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More women are getting hair transplants and this is why

Women are suffering with hair loss and transplants are on the rise, but while men are raving about their surgery, women are keeping it quiet

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The best birth control for every age - from your 20s to your 50s (yes even you!)

This is what birth control health experts want you to take at each stage of life

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CBD is everywhere but what does it actually do and is it safe?

Gummies, oils, vapes, brownies – your weekend plans are missing this fun activity

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Are blue light glasses worth the hype? The answer will surprise you

Research suggests blue light damages eyes, skin and causes fatigue, experts are torn on whether a filtered lens is the answer

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How your bum shape could signal diabetes risk, according to study

A major imaging study suggests subtle changes in the gluteus maximus may offer early clues about metabolic health

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These are the 'treats' to avoid this Halloween, warns diabetes expert – and which are the best

Don’t let sugar scare you – these are the sweet swaps you need to make this Halloween

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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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Always fidgeting? Discover the surprising reason why it is good for you

Are you a chronic nail-biter or foot-tapper? These aren’t ‘bad habits’ – they’re how we regulate our emotions and even help us concentrate

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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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Extreme phobias you've probably never heard of but might secretly have

From erections to chickens, the everyday fears that can be utterly paralysing

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The painful sex problem no one talks about – and why so many women suffer in silence

2 in 5 women experience sexual discomfort – it’s time to reclaim your sexuality

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Can you really 'shake' off fat? Find out if vibration plates are worth the hype

Experts reveal the truth about the latest wellness gadget that everyone is talking about

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Heart health myths you shouldn't believe, shares doctor

Experts bust myths, explain surprising risks and share what you should be doing to keep your heart strong

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Make this one change to your morning shower and lose weight quicker

The benefits of taking a cold plunge could be worth the discomfort

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These are the best supplements for anti-ageing, says health expert

From improved skin and hair to reducing brain fog, here are the best supplements to stop ageing in its tracks

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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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The low-calorie, high-protein ingredient you need to add to your diet

Cottage cheese has taken off on TikTok to become one of the biggest food trends in the world

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8 surprising habits that leading experts insist will improve your health, happiness and libido

Living a healthy life shouldn’t be complicated. These are the expert recommended habits to add to your daily routine

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Most people have this in their body and it could explain your bad gut

It’s not just bee stings and hay fever, histamine could be the cause of your digestive issues and fatigue

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Height surgeon reveals the shocking lengths patients go through to be 3 inches taller

The dangers of the rising height dysphoria epidemic

This morning drink swap will boost your brain, burn fat and stop energy slumps

Earthy, energy building and even meditative. People are finally realising why matcha has been celebrated for centuries