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Fitness
What we can learn about longevity from the world’s fastest runners
A new study of remarkable athletes holds clues for all of us about how to have longer and healthier lives.Â
- by Sarah Berry
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Climate change is already affecting the way we exercise. What does the future hold?
Participation in sporting events has never been higher, but rising temperatures means an increasing number of events being cancelled due to extreme weather.
- by Sarah Berry
‘Forever chemicals’ are everywhere. Here’s how to avoid them
We are stuck with forever chemicals. So, what can we do about them?
- by Sarah Berry
This loophole in your food delivery app may be a hazard to your health
A new review shows apps are not following the food outlet information rules, and it’s a public health risk, experts say.
- by Sarah Berry
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Fitness
The best time of day to exercise? It depends on your health
Plenty of studies have shown the merits of moving in the morning, but new research shows that for certain groups, after-dinner exercise can be very beneficial.
- by Sarah Berry
Alexandra has been in pain for eight years. New treatment is helping her cope
The emotional side of chronic pain is often overlooked. Now, a new approach to treatment is attempting to address the oversight.
- by Sarah Berry
Opinion
Health and nutrition
Making sense of health headlines shouldn’t be so difficult – or dangerous
Recent coverage of new research on time-restricted eating was a reminder of how easily the media – and health experts – can get it wrong.
- by Sarah Berry
Are artificial sweeteners helpful or harmful? Even experts are torn
New research just adds to the confusion about the controversial ingredient, included in diet soft drinks and yoghurts.
- by Sarah Berry
One in 10 emergency workers experience the same mental health condition
New world-first guidelines seek to tackle the human cost to first responders and the high rates of PTSD.
- by Sarah Berry
Fasting affects women differently from men. So should they still do it?
It’s hugely popular, but the effects of intermittent fasting are different for women. Is it a harmful or helpful approach?
- by Sarah Berry
How female athletes like Camille Herron are going further than ever before
The 42-year-old ultra-marathon runner has broken numerous world records with the aid of new research that is giving us a better understanding of women’s physiology.
- by Sarah Berry