I keep my gaze focused on the task in front of me: ferociously scrubbing some sugar<\/a> that had caramelised on the edge of a baking tray. \u201cI don\u2019t know,\u201d I say weakly, as I try to round off the chat. \u201cI think everyone is different and what might work for some might not work for others\u201d.<\/p>\n I feel uncomfortable, not only because I am obese<\/a> and she is naturally very thin \u2013 making me feel like the de facto spokesperson for the overweight population in this conversation \u2013 but also because I am on the drugs, as only my husband, best friend and pharmacist know.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tShorts\n\t\t<\/p>\n \t\t\tScroll to previous short \t\t\tScroll to next short \t\t\t\t health<\/p>\n How reading for pleasure can improve your health<\/p>\n Academics at the University of Cambridge found that reading boosts mental health and is linked to better cognitive performance at any age.<\/p>\n Reading for wellness<\/p>\n The review, published in the Psychological Medicine journal, found that reading can offer benefits for people of any age.<\/p>\n Pyschiatrists Professor Barbara Sahakian and Dr Christelle Langley said book clubs and reading groups \u201ccan provide additional benefits through social interaction\u201d.<\/p>\n \t 2 min read<\/p>\n \nWhat are the benefits?\n<\/p>\n Data suggests reading can enhance cognitive development and academic performance in children, and slows mental decline later in life.<\/p>\n The report examined data from previous trials and surveys, finding that adults who regularly read had 33 per cent lower risk of developing Alzheimer\u2019s.<\/p>\n What the experts say<\/p>\n We should be doing everything we can to introduce children and young people to reading. The important thing is to find something they\u2019d really enjoy reading about \u2013 it might be a TV programme or a game \u2013 and use this as a way in.<\/p>\n Dr Christelle Langley of the university of cambridge <\/p>\n politics<\/p>\n State pension likely to rise by 3.9% \u2013 everything we know<\/p>\n The\u00a0state pension\u00a0is on course to rise above \u00a313,000 a year for the first time from next April, according to new wage data used to calculate the increase.<\/p>\n The rise will push the full new state pension above the income tax threshold for the first time.<\/p>\n How is state pension calculated?<\/p>\n It rises each April under the triple lock \u2013 so it increases by whichever is highest of average wage growth, inflation or 2.5 per cent.<\/p>\n The final figure will be confirmed by the Treasury at the Budget on 28 October, once the inflation data is published on 21 October.<\/p>\n \t 3 min read<\/p>\n \nHow much will the state pension rise by?\n<\/p>\n The full new state pension, paid to people who reached state pension age after April 2016, is set to rise from \u00a3241.30 to \u00a3250.70 a week.<\/p>\n The full basic state pension, paid to those who reached pension age before April 2016, is set to rise from \u00a3184.90 to \u00a3192.10\u00a0a week.<\/p>\n Both rises are smaller than had been expected a month ago.<\/p>\n The tax pensioners could pay<\/p>\n The expected rise will take the full new state pension above the \u00a312,570 income tax personal allowance for the first time.<\/p>\n Pensioners whose sole income is the state pension are not expected to have to pay tax on this. But others may have to pay around \u00a391 in tax over the 2027-28 financial year.<\/p>\n \t 4 min read<\/p>\n \t 4 min read<\/p>\n How to be more grateful for daily life in five easy steps<\/p>\n Gratitude<\/p>\n The world feels like a difficult place at the moment, and it can feel very hard sometimes to find things to be thankful for; when we are overwhelmed, we have less capacity to notice and reflect on the good things. Yet, ironically, proactively cultivating gratitude is one of the things that can actually help us feel\u00a0less stressed.<\/p>\n NHS GP dR RADHA<\/p>\n \nThe science\n<\/p>\n Research has shown that feeling or expressing thanks can actually alter our brain.<\/p>\n The balance of neurotransmitters change; more serotonin and dopamine (feel good chemicals) are produced.<\/p>\n This can be long lasting if we make gratitude a\u00a0regular habit.<\/p>\n We also get a decrease in our cortisol (stress hormone) levels which helps\u00a0lower anxiety.<\/p>\n Being grateful can strengthen the nerve pathways which triggers positive emotion.<\/p>\n \nHow can we build gratitude?\n<\/p>\n Change your words<\/p>\n Instead of seeing something as a problem, try to see the opportunities within it.\u00a0<\/p>\n Journal<\/p>\n Our brains are very receptive and what we read or write can alter our emotional system.<\/p>\n Express it<\/p>\n This will not only make you feel good, but you will also get a positive response from others.<\/p>\n \nHow can we build gratitude?\n<\/p>\n Notice more<\/p>\n Throughout\u00a0your day, try to notice all the things that are going well; has someone opened a door for you, or smiled?<\/p>\n The basics<\/p>\n By being thankful for the small things every day, we are far more likely to be and stay healthy\u00a0so that we can enjoy them.<\/p>\n \nWhat to do\n<\/p>\n Gratitude can lead to\u00a0feelings of optimism, lower our blood pressure, and improve sleep quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n Write down what potential good aspects there are to the things you don\u2019t feel like doing, or even what could be worse about it.<\/p>\n Spend a few minutes writing down three things that you are looking forward to that day, or the good things that have happened to you that day.<\/p>\n Say thank you to yourself for the things you have achieved, or managed to get through and changed that day.<\/p>\n Sales of battery Leon Poultney, a writer who specialises in cars, gives his EV recommendations, and the ones that should be avoided.<\/p>\n Renault 5 E-Tech<\/p>\n Starts at \u00a322,995 for the smaller battery <\/p>\n Available with either\u00a0a 40kWh battery or a larger 52kWh pack, that offers almost 255 miles, the latest, retro-inspired Renault 5 is both a joy to behold and a hoot to drive.<\/p>\n The interior has been lavished with a\u00a0level of detail that\u2019s typically reserved for more expensive cars.\u00a0<\/p>\n \t 4 min read<\/p>\n \nMercedes-Benz CLA\n<\/p>\n A champion of EV efficiency<\/p>\n It offers a remarkable 491 mile range on a single charge from the 85kWh battery.<\/p>\n It is a technological masterclass inside with the ability to option screens that span the entire width of the dashboard, including an optional display for the front passenger. <\/p>\n Priced from \u00a337,400<\/p>\n \t 2 min read<\/p>\n Porsche Macan GTS<\/p>\n It\u2019s a lot of money to part with, but this is arguably all the car you will ever need.<\/p>\n The \u00a389,000 Macan is a premium SUV that somehow manages to blend Porsche\u2019s reputation for dynamics and sporty driving with everyday practicality.<\/p>\n The 95kWh batteries can go from 10 to 80 per cent in as little as 21 minutes from the fastest public charging outlets.<\/p>\n \nKia EV 9\n<\/p>\n With the business class-style six seat configuration costing a staggering \u00a376,995, it is by far the most expensive Kia ever made, but it backs up its financial demands with a suite of genuinely useful and impressive onboard technology.<\/p>\n MG IM6<\/p>\n It\u2019s fast, goes a long way between stops and charges relatively quickly\u00a0but the interior is bland, the onboard technology is infuriating and the experience is devoid of emotion.\u00a0<\/p>\n \nBYD Dolphin Surf\n<\/p>\n All of its gadgetry can\u2019t disguise the fact that performance is weak, even for a typically zippy EV, the\u00a0ride is fussy at slower speeds and it\u2019s not in the least bit enjoyable to drive on a country road.<\/p>\n While good value (prices start at \u00a317,935) for the 200-mile max range, there are more interesting\u00a0options from Hyundai, Citroen and Renault for similar money.<\/p>\n Leapmotor T03<\/p>\n It attempts to wow with tech, much of which hinders, rather than helps.\u00a0<\/p>\n There\u2019s no tangible benefit over mounting your phone to the dash.<\/p>\n Simply an average driving experience, adequate range and slow charging speeds.\u00a0<\/p>\n \t 2 min read<\/p>\n The kitchen gadgets and products a food editor swears by, all under \u00a325<\/p>\n \nThe kitchen gadgets under \u00a325\n<\/p>\n Victorinox paring knife<\/p>\n It\u2019s comfortable to hold, with a point sharp enough for scoring pastry.<\/p>\n ProCook cast iron pan<\/p>\n For unbeatable\u00a0searing and heat-retention, cast iron is the top choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n Tesco chopping board<\/p>\n Priced at just \u00a322, I\u2019ve yet to find another board that matches it for sheer value and quality.<\/p>\n \nThe kitchen gadgets under \u00a325\n<\/p>\n Pyrex jug<\/p>\n It is the perfect vessel for blending smooth sauces, melting butter, or warming stock. It won\u2019t stain like plastic and the red measurements never fade.<\/p>\n Salter scales<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019ve had my slim little set of Salter Disc Scales for over a decade, and I\u2019m delighted to see they are still made to exactly the same reliable design today.\u201d<\/p>\n Microplane grater<\/p>\n It uses photo-etched stainless steel teeth that stay razor-sharp for a decade, something the lookalike\u00a0copycats simply can\u2019t match.\u00a0<\/p>\n Braun hand-held blender<\/p>\n It\u2019s an essential for everything from making velvety soup to getting the lumps out of white sauce.\u00a0<\/p>\n Bodum cafetiere<\/p>\n As well as delivering great results, cafetieres are easy to clean and there\u2019s no ongoing filter paper costs or pod recycling to deal with.<\/p>\n \t 5 min read<\/p>\n \nThe kitchen gadgets under \u00a325\n<\/p>\n Oxo peeler<\/p>\n What truly sets it apart is the chunky, rubberised handle that absorbs pressure and stays completely non-slip, even if your hands are wet. It is inexpensive and incredibly durable.<\/p>\n Falcon pie dish<\/p>\n Made by fusing porcelain onto heavy-gauge steel for smooth durability, it is dishwasher, freezer, hob, air-fryer and oven-safe.\u00a0<\/p>\n The golden rules for a happy, secure relationship<\/p>\n Psychiatrist and neuroscientist\u00a0Dr Amir Levine, author of bestselling book Attached, explains why we behave the way we do in love.<\/p>\n \nGolden rules for happy relationships\n<\/p>\n Start with your own behaviours<\/p>\n The foundation of a secure, connected life is being what I call CARRP: that means being consistent, available, responsive, reliable and predictable. All of these qualities can be enacted in small gestures every day.<\/p>\n Express your needs<\/p>\n People need consistency and connection to feel safe. This is not, \u2018You hurt my feelings by never replying to me\u2019, it\u2019s more \u2018this is the kind of contact that helps me feel secure\u2019.<\/p>\n \nGolden rules for happy relationships\n<\/p>\n The appendix \u2018inflammation\u2019 rule<\/p>\n If a relationship repeatedly inflames your nervous system, you need to disengage and deprioritise it.<\/p>\n Lean on community<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need hundreds of friends. You need people and places that regularly remind you that you belong.\u00a0<\/p>\n Stop blaming childhood<\/p>\n Humans are much more complicated than: \u2018this happened to you, therefore you are doomed to be anxious\u2019.<\/p>\n Reach for a When something unsettles you in a relationship, your first reaction is not always the most accurate one.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you\u2019re anxious, your brain may jump very quickly to: \u2018this is the beginning of the end\u2019. If you\u2019re avoidant, your brain may say: \u2018this person wants too much from me, I need to get\u00a0away\u2019. So one very practical thing you can always do is pause and ask: \u2018What would a secure person do here?\u2019<\/p>\n Loneliness elsewhere<\/p>\n When people talk about\u00a0loneliness, they often assume it means you don\u2019t have enough people in your life. But you can be surrounded by people and still feel lonely if those relationships leave you feeling excluded, ignored or disconnected.<\/p>\n \nWhat to do\n<\/p>\n Build a community that works for your temperament and gives you regular, reliable moments of connection.<\/p>\n You can still be kind to people while not treating them as someone who belongs in your inner circle.\u00a0<\/p>\n Explain what you need. Sometimes people simply don\u2019t realise how\u00a0you are experiencing them.<\/p>\n Check in with people: does this person actually feel that I\u2019m reliable? Do they experience me as predictable?\u00a0That\u2019s the only way that you can start to become more secure.<\/p>\n Do some foods leave \nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n A bowl of cereal and glass of orange juice<\/p>\n More refined cereals are digested quickly, and fruit juice, whilst one of your five-a-day, contains less fibre than whole fruit. This might mean you find yourself hungry again within 1-2 hours of eating this breakfast.<\/p>\n Swap the\u00a0orange juice\u00a0for a whole orange, the cereal for oats and milk or serve it with Greek yoghurt or a boiled egg. This would increase the fibre and protein content; two nutrients strongly linked with fullness.<\/p>\n \nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n Croissants<\/p>\n These pastries are made primarily from refined flour and butter, and are relatively low in protein and fibre.<\/p>\n Toast and jam<\/p>\n It is mostly carbohydrate and without protein or fibre, it is digested quickly, leaving you feeling hungry.<\/p>\n Sushi<\/p>\n Shop-bought packs can contain a lot of white rice, which is digested quickly, and the protein content is often modest.<\/p>\n \nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n Vegetable soup<\/p>\n On its own, it is often very low in protein and calories, so hunger can return quickly.<\/p>\n Pizza<\/p>\n Unless it\u2019s loaded with veggies, it\u2019s probably pretty low in fibre.<\/p>\n Smoothies<\/p>\n Liquids are generally less filling as they require little chewing which may not trigger satiety signals.<\/p>\n \nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n Snack bars<\/p>\n They are ideal\u00a0for a quick pick-me-up, but if reducing hunger is what you\u2019re after, it\u2019d be better to swap it out. <\/p>\n Low-fat yoghurt<\/p>\n A full-fat plain Greek yoghurt with berries and seeds tends to be much more filling due to the protein, fat and fibre.<\/p>\n Alcohol<\/p>\n On an empty stomach, it can actually increase your appetite.<\/p>\n \nWhat to eat instead\n<\/p>\n Instead of thinking about avoiding foods, think about what you can add to them.<\/p>\n Add beans, lentils or shredded chicken to your vegetable soup and pasta.<\/p>\n Thicken your smoothies with Greek yoghurt, chia seeds and oats.<\/p>\n Apple slices with peanut butter, yogurt with berries and hummus with oat biscuits\u00a0are better snack options than a pre-made snack bar.<\/p>\n Have alcohol alongside a balanced meal containing protein and fibre.<\/p>\n How to age well Will Harlow, a physiotherapist How to know <\/p>\n Ageing well is maintaining the ability to do what you want you want for as long as you want without needing help. Everyone is talking about\u00a0longevity but what\u2019s the point in living longer if the last decade is painful and you\u2019re [totally] reliant on people?\u201d<\/p>\n The signs to look out for<\/p>\n The most obvious early warning sign of bad ageing is pain says Harlow.\u00a0<\/p>\n Another is losing confidence in doing daily tasks, which can quickly lead to a lack of independence.<\/p>\n One call Harlow often receives is people calling after having a fall and struggling to get up.<\/p>\n
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Frustrated lonely shy guy sitting apart of others teenagers \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501017_765_SEI_300641210.jpg\")
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you feeling hungry rather than satiated? Experts say there are\u2026<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501017_933_orange-juice-569064_1920.jpg\")
No more orange juice. (Photo via pixaby)<\/p>\n![\"Woman](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501018_111_SEI_275631128.jpg\")
It\u2019s estimated ultra processed foods make up at least half of the average UK diet (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n![\"Gail's](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501018_597_SEI_294884730.jpg\")
Caption: Gail\u2019s croissant
Image taken from https:\/\/gails.com\/collections\/breakfast\/products\/croissant<\/p>\n![\"Toasted](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501019_447_SEI_292389839.jpg\")
Caption: Toasted bread and white background
Photographer: Daniel Tamas Mehes
Provider: Getty Images
Source: iStockphoto
Copyright: Minden jog fenntartva!<\/p>\n![\"FILE](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501020_562_PRI_165170416.jpg\")
Yakitori\u2019s on the menu at the Japanese restaurant \u2013 but what exactly is it? (Photo: Reuters)<\/p>\n![\"Sarawak](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501020_105_SEI_275641909.jpg\")
Sarawak laksa is one of many varieties of this noodle soup (Photo: Tham Kee Chuan\/Getty)<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501021_846_best-pizza-in-b-1504111.jpg\")
Best pizza in Britain named \u2013 and owner reveals the secret to its success (Photo: James Linsell Clark\/SWNS)<\/p>\n![\"WASHINGTON,](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501021_665_SEI_249218873.jpg\")
The Government has announced that the sugar tax will be extended to milkshakes (Photo: Scott Suchman)<\/p>\n![\"London,](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501022_391_SEI_96461189.jpg\")
\u2018Aged 14, I started what I considered to be my own little business selling confectionary,\u2019 writes Beauty Dhlamini (Photo: Getty) <\/p>\n![\"Which](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501023_569_rawpixel-799536-unsplash.jpg\"){kind=tracking}
Which yoghurts are the best options? (Unsplash)<\/p>\n![\"BANGKOK,](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501023_614_PRI_205409689.jpg\")
Caption: BANGKOK, THAILAND \u2013 OCTOBER 17: A \u201cKT Herbalist\u201d, a Kratom cocktail made from Kratom, coffee and siamese herbs is seen at Teens of Thailand, a bar in Bangkok\u2019s Chinatown on October 17, 2021 in Bangkok, Thailand. In April 2021, the start of Thailand\u2019s third and most deadly wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Thai government banned the sale of alcohol in restaurants and bars, crippling the already suffering food and beverage industry. With a lack of government aid and support, some bars have shuttered their doors in hopes of reopening post-lockdown, while others shuttered their doors for good. But six months into Thailand\u2019s most recent lockdown, Niks Anuman-Rajadhon, owner of Teens of Thailand, a gin bar located in a renovated shophouse in Bangkok\u2019s Chinatown, decided that instead of waiting for the government to allow the sale of alcohol again, they would take advantage of Thailand\u2019s recent legalization of Kratom. Kratom is a locally grown herbal drug with mild opioid and stimulant effects and was reclassified from a type-5 narcotic to a legal-to-grow herb in August 2021. While Thailand prepares for a tentative reopening on November 1st, the alcohol ban and curfew are set to continue, leaving business owners questioning if the country can revive its suffering tourism industry. (Photo by Lauren DeCicca\/Getty Images)
Photographer: Lauren DeCicca
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Getty Images AsiaPac<\/p>\n
without pain<\/p>\n
for the over-50s and author of Independence for Life, shares
the key signs you\u2019re ageing
badly \u2013 and what to do about it.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501025_736_SEI_299921130-e1780483319527.jpg\")
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Senior woman on sofa feeling and suffering from back pain. \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n
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Many will worry about not saving enough for retirement (Photo: Alex Tihonov\/Getty\/Moment RF)<\/p>\n![\"Tired](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501029_746_SEI_239727024.jpg\")
Naps before 1pm can lead to better cognitive performance in the following hours (Photo: Lord Henri Voton\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n![\"Maribel](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501030_875_SEI_294853474.jpg\")
Caption: Maribel Ezcurra, 77, a retired milling machine mechanic, practices tai chi with fellow seniors in a park in the Playa neighborhood of Havana, Cuba, Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (AP Photo\/Ramon Espinosa)![\"This](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501030_381_SEI_245107406.jpg\")
Caption: This is a photo of a senior man helping his wife lift weights. See PA Feature HEALTH Physio. WARNING: This picture must only be used to accompany PA feature HEALTH Physio. PA Photo.Picture credit should read: Alamy\/PA. <\/p>\n![\"Elderly](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SEI_299364202-e1783941736712.jpg\")
Fit more walking into your day (Photo: andreswd\/Getty\/E+)<\/p>\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501032_115_SEI_293534656.jpg\")
Sleep can affect your heart health (Photo: Flashpop\/Getty\/Digital Vision)<\/p>\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501032_46_SEI_285823952.jpg\")
Calorie counting every day can be a pain (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n![\"Protein](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501033_947_SEI_257827367.jpg\")
(Photo: Inga Erhan\/ Gingagi\/ Getty).<\/p>\n![\"Menstrual](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501034_120_GettyImages-1496128899.jpg\")
Menstrual pain, woman with stomachache suffering from pms at home, endometriosis, cystitis and other diseases of the urinary system \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n![\"Close-up](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1789501034_173_SEI_299096889.jpg\")
Caption: Close-up view of female jogger tying laces of her sport shoes before running exercise routine. Motivation, healthy lifestyle and fitness concept.![\"Rose](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/SEI_311663420-e1789498355686.jpg\")
\u2018Being labelled a body-positivity writer brought a responsibility to perform a level of self-acceptance that in truth I had not reached and wasn\u2019t sure could ever exist for me,\u2019 writes Rose (Photo: Gavin Crilly Photography)<\/p>\n