Natural Health: Can raw garlic help treat a cold sore?
My young adult son developed a cold sore for the first time last month. He used an OTC…
Vitamin D: Why the sunshine vitamin needs a winter spotlight
As winter approaches and the days get darker, our bodies may be suffering more than we realise. We…
‘It’s a dynamite food’: Why iron-rich black pudding should be part of your diet
High in protein and a rich source of easily absorbed iron, blood is a nutritious food, and it…
Cortisol: Everything you need to know about the stress hormone
It is known as the stress hormone and often blamed for causing a long list of side effects.…
Beach yoga: ‘Reclaiming our connection with water is essential to our wellbeing’
“Well, I’ve done classes in the rain, in the wind, in the sun, but this is the first…
Everything you need to know about pelvic floor exercises to build strength at your core
You might work at strengthening your glutes, hamstrings, and core, but how much attention do you pay to…
I used a fitness tracker to make myself ‘younger’ — here are the small habit changes that worked
Last year, I started wearing a Whoop fitness tracker on my right wrist at the start of last…
Overlooked risks of weight-loss drugs
GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic have transformed the treatment of obesity as a chronic disease. Most medications come…
‘Most people do not get enough fibre’
For anyone who was around in the 1980s, the recent advent of fibermaxing on TikTok might sound like…
How much protein should we eat daily for long-term health and longevity?
Protein is one of the most debated nutrients, whether on social media, in supermarket aisles, or in GP…
‘Running will always be part of my routine’
Entrepreneur Aimee Connolly has big dreams. In 10 years’ time, she wants her cosmetics firm, Sculpted by Aimee,…
I asked AI for a training plan — but my human coach saved me from a back injury
Chatbots are quickly becoming tools we use to outsource everyday tasks. And I’ve often wished I could outsource…