I fell for the intermittent fasting hype
First popularised by Dr Michael Mosley’s book The Fast Diet in 2012, the idea of the 5:2 diet took…
Katseye’s Manon Bannerman taking ‘temporary hiatus’ to focus on wellbeing
Katseye singer Manon Bannerman will be taking a “temporary hiatus” from the group to prioritise her “health and…
Boots Ireland offering simple prescription weight loss service
Helping people manage their weight with professional guidance Boots on St Patrick Street(Image: Google) Boots stores across Ireland…
Six easy food swaps to up your fibre intake
Hearing that 2026 is tipped to be ‘all about fibre’ could make one sceptical. But experts say this…
I have schizophrenia – drastic changes to my diet helped me get my life back
I started medical keto with a coach and in three weeks, I started to realise I wasn’t noticing…
I discovered Hyrox at 68
I didn’t know what it was and had only 12 weeks to train. Now I do strength, conditioning…
Inside the UK’s first NHS boxing gym
On opening day in November 2025, when Big Issue first visited, the room is in constant motion. Gloves…
Why everyone should give boxing a try, according Jane Couch
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This project helps homeless people through boxing and martial arts
Green took the idea to gyms and devised a 10-week programme that helps people learn the basics of…
Experts agree on 10 ‘healthiest foods’ in the world – including one common ingredient
The top scorer isn’t a fruit or vegetableSteffan Rhys Deputy Content Hub Director, Natalie King Travel Journalist and…
List of Boots pharmacies that can prescribe medicine for common conditions in Cork
They can now provide prescription-only medication to those who need itBoots Pharmacy in Wilton Shopping Centre(Image: Robbie Reynolds)…
Belfast man who took ibuprofen and codeine products warns of addiction to over-the-counter medication – The Irish News
A recovering Belfast man has warned of the dangers of the often hidden addiction to over-the-counter medication. Michael…