This Month
Why this former MP has become our optimist in chief
Optimism guru Victor Perton is on a mission to spread hope wherever he goes, despite society’s penchant for existential dread.
10 small things neurologists wish you’d do for your brain
Scientists believe up to 45 per cent of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented with help from some simple, sometimes surprising, changes in behaviour.
How your brain changes when you run a marathon
Scientists have discovered another fuel source for marathon runners, and it could lead to new treatments for diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
What fitness experts really say about skipping
The movement, which is a form of plyometric training, can help build power, agility and speed, as well as improving co-ordination, balance and mobility.
How to lift your way to a longer life
Weight training isn’t just for bodybuilders, it’s now viewed as indispensable to healthy ageing for both men and women.
What happens to your brain when you retire?
During your working life, you’re getting up in the morning, socialising with co-workers and dealing with the mental challenges of your job. Losing that has an effect.
Boost Juice founder on her top health hacks and her aversion for VERBS
Janine Allis, who is also behind Betty’s Burgers and a director of Kogan, explains why there is no such thing as imposter syndrome and why ‘yes’ always beats ‘no’.
Is drinking just a little alcohol OK? Here’s a cancer expert’s verdict
As an oncologist, I have critically appraised scientific research to evaluate its quality. Here are three key takeaways.
March
‘Horror movie’: Recovery from one of rugby’s most gruesome injuries
Saracens player Andy Onyeama-Christie thought he was familiar with the concept of pain. But nothing compared to fracturing and dislocating his left ankle.
What alcohol does to your gut health
Unfortunately, even if you’re maxing out on kombucha, much of the good work is undone by a boozy meal or a few beers in the pub. Here are four tips to help.
How the billion-dollar wellness industry took over your holiday
Are we approaching peak retreat? There are simpler ways to get away from it all than chanting to trees in the forest.
Deleting genetic data held by failed firm might not stop it being sold
Cybersecurity experts say genetic testing company 23andMe could take a long time to permanently erase customers’ data once a request is made.
Why some men find orgasms elusive
Reaching climax in 30 minutes or more can be uncomfortable, painful and distressing for males and their partners. Here are four causes and three remedies.
Finland again ranked world’s happiest country, as US hits new low
Believing in the kindness of others is also much more closely tied to happiness than previously thought, according to the latest findings.
How to get rid of a ‘dowager’s hump’ – or ‘tech neck’
Experts say poor posture is as big a health risk as obesity and urge people to be checked by a registered chiropractor. Here are nine tips to help prevent it.
The three key ages your brain declines dramatically – and what to do
The clear spikes seen at 57, 70 and 78 are significantly more pronounced in some people. The reason for that is simple.
The Pilates instructor who’s going out to Frank Sinatra
Bernadette Fahey is the founder of Body By Berner. After her last workout, she’s passing down her JLC Reverso (and serving Ruinart).
How to stop comparing yourself with others
Weighing your life up against peers and strangers can damage your self-esteem. But how do you ditch this potentially corrosive habit?
The ultimate German philosophy for a happier life
Dial down – just a bit – on individual satisfaction and lean – just a bit – into community well-being. Here’s a four point checklist to help.
Why do women live longer than men?
It holds true regardless of where females live, how much money they make and many other factors. It’s even true for most other mammals.