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As a nation, we love snacking. In a 2023 Nestle survey, 87 percent of Brits admitted to snacking every day.
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As a nation, we love snacking. In a 2023 Nestle survey, 87 percent of Brits admitted to snacking every day.
READ MOREIt is no secret that drinking alcohol is not great for our health. The popular type of beverage can increase
READ MOREIn the UK, millions of us are currently living with arthritis and other joint problems. Depending on the type of
READ MOREDiabetes is a serious and typically lifelong condition which causes your blood sugar levels to become too high. Although it
READ MOREA mystery illness has hospitalised scores of people and prompted comparisons with COVID-19. An alert about severe cases of pneumonia
READ MORERishi Sunak confronted over NHS waiting lists A 70-year-old cancer patient has spoken of his “shattered faith” in the NHS
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READ MOREA reader asks: I’ve had several urinary infections recently. The last one was quite severe, with pain in my kidney.
READ MOREMinisters are under pressure to tackle the crisis in social care, after analysis revealed up to a third of beds
READ MOREMenopause is a natural stage in life that usually affects women and people who have a uterus between the ages
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READ MOREThe roast dinner is a staple part of British culture. Every Sunday lunchtime many families across the UK will sit
READ MOREA stark warning has been sounded by a top pharmacist about the obesity crisis, with over a billion people globally
READ MOREWhen Amy Roberts was born with only half a working heart, she was not expected to survive. Doctors had advised
READ MOREViral TikTok videos have sparked a new approach to teeth brushing that experts support. The suggested method involves brushing with
READ MOREFrom clear to brown coloured-urine, a simple check after you’ve been to the toilet could help identify a hidden health
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READ MOREFresh fruit and vegetables are always billed as the key to a healthy, balanced diet. But if someone told you
READ MOREAmanda Pritchard said same day care was one of the biggest changes in recent years (Image: Getty) A huge transformation
READ MOREAs we get older it is normal to feel a little bit like your brain isn’t as sharp as it
READ MOREA dentist has revealed very common mistakes that could be harming your oral health. While most adults are aware of
READ MOREA reader writes: My wife sadly died a couple of years ago. I didn’t have time to really process everything
READ MOREIt is not uncommon to experience the occasional issue with your teeth or mouth. Tooth pain or ulcers are issues
READ MOREHaving essential operations like knee replacements and C-sections can come with annoying side effects, including scars. But if you have
READ MOREDementia is a group of symptoms related to the ongoing decline of the brain. Most common in people over the
READ MOREReaching the age of 100 might seem out of reach for many of us. In the UK, the average life
READ MOREThe roadmap to human infection of bird flu could pose a potential future nightmare scenario, an expert has warned, as
READ MOREDespite spring being in full bloom, nights can still be cold, causing many people to consider wearing additional clothing to
READ MOREHaving high cholesterol means you have too much of a fatty substance known as cholesterol in your blood. If left
READ MOREA rare form of cancer which can take years to establish a diagnosis also has a series of symptoms which
READ MOREA whooping cough outbreak at a popular holiday hotspot has resulted in two deaths and left 50 people unwell. The
READ MOREHow long you are going to live depends on numerous factors. While some of these are beyond our control, such
READ MOREA dentist has issued an urgent warning about brushing your teeth after new research revealed a link between poor oral
READ MOREWhen Emma Colledge became so bloated that it felt like she had a watermelon in her stomach, doctors initially thought
READ MOREA new map shows the UK’s best and worst GP surgeries – search to check the doctors where you live.
READ MOREA reader asks: I was diagnosed with emphysema a few years ago. I understood it was caused by smoking, which
READ MOREAcross the globe, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death, responsible for nearly 18 million fatalities annually. This includes
READ MOREA beloved dad has died at the age of just 45 after his symptoms that were initially mistaken for irritable
READ MORELengthy A&E waits could be responsible for more than 250 needless deaths each week, experts claim. The grim reality of
READ MOREDoctors have found a 4p daily pill that could help you live longer and fight off diseases like diabetes and
READ MORESince the supermarket shelves first got stocked with chocolate eggs of all sizes and flavours, many children have been counting
READ MOREA fitness coach, who helps women in their 50s and 60s to stay fit and healthy, has revealed simple at-home
READ MORETargeting over 700,000 people, Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is one of the biggest causes of sight loss in the UK,
READ MOREA healthy diet is the foundation of a healthy life, making five-a-day a crucial target for everyone. While any type
READ MOREPremier Inn has created an in-room workout guide for those who want to keep fit when staying away from home.
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READ MOREWe are all aware how important our diet is when it comes to our health. Regularly eating certain foods is
READ MOREA reader asks: I sometimes notice a mouse in my kitchen. The traps I bought seem to have not caught
READ MOREIn a recent study, scientists looked at how the Mediterranean diet can lower the risk of dementia in older adults
READ MOREA mum was diagnosed with what she calls a “silent killer” after experiencing bloating and loss of appetite. Christina Wilson,
READ MOREFour commonly used medicines could boost your life expectancy, new research suggests. The 12-year-long study, which has been recently published, looked
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READ MOREA warning has been issued to holidaymakers travelling to some of the most popular holiday hotspots as travellers are returning
READ MOREA health expert has given a stark warning that a new pandemic could be ‘just around the corner’ and we
READ MOREA diabetes specialist has revealed how to eat foods like pasta and bread without a “significant” blood sugar spike. An
READ MOREA gastroenterologist has revealed five natural remedies that could pose as a “quick relief” for constipation. Dr Joseph Salhab, a
READ MOREExercise and nutrition may be low down your list of priorities following a cancer diagnosis, but putting yourself in the
READ MORECancer is a disease that occurs when abnormal cells grow and divide in the body. They can then spread to
READ MOREA woman who was so big she had to wear men’s clothes lost 13 stone in a “last ditch effort”
READ MOREAlzheimer’s: Dr Chris discusses the early signs of condition Dementia is a devastating condition that causes the ongoing decline of
READ MOREA beloved dad-of-three has been given just 15 months to live after his cluster headaches were found to be caused
READ MOREThe ex-team clerk worked for an NHS Foundation Trust. She said that the “vast majority” of people who work for
READ MOREDr Rosemary Leonard says: Shingles is caused by the herpes zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you
READ MOREBrain tumour: Cancer Research UK on ‘different types’ in 2017 When nurse-in-training Claudia Laird first started experiencing extreme fatigue and
READ MOREErectile dysfunction (ED) is becoming more common in young men, with a quarter of all those newly diagnosed now under
READ MOREWeight loss is a common goal for many people, with a multi-billion pound industry built around it. While the consensus
READ MORELove said: “Alcohol ages your skin. Primarily, it does it by dehydrating the skin. Alcohol dehydrates the body, therefore dehydrates
READ MOREIt’s no secret that healthy dietary choices can pave the way to a long and healthy life. In fact, there
READ MOREOne of the most common ailments of the Victorian era, tuberculosis still remains “one of the deadliest infectious diseases worldwide”.
READ MOREA personal trainer has outlined two exercises that are key for women over 60. The tailored workout is designed to
READ MORESpicy foods This includes things such as mustard and types of chilli peppers as this can cause an “increase in
READ MOREVitamins and minerals are vital organic compounds needed to ensure our bodies work to the best of their abilities. Many
READ MORE“Future studies should include these activities to pinpoint how they can be understood in the context of ALS prevention, diagnosis,
READ MOREColeen Nolan has revealed a recent health scare left her struggling to breathe and pushed her to finally try to
READ MOREScientists have issued a chilling warning about the dangers of taking hot showers, which they say could potentially be fatal.
READ MOREThe pancreas is an organ located in the abdomen, just behind the stomach. Its main functions are to help with
READ MOREThe ‘biggest barriers’ to healthy eating 1. Accessibility to whole foods – from grocery store access to price tags Gensler
READ MOREYou can never overestimate the importance of diet on your overall health and wellbeing. But while some of us may
READ MOREThe expert insisted people should still take into considerations how much salt they consume when considering turning to pickle brine
READ MOREBut first of all what exactly is collagen? Collagen is a type of protein which makes up the structure or
READ MOREAn expert has outlined the red-flag symptoms of a vicious silent killer that kills 34,000 people in the UK each
READ MOREFor most people opening their bowels is a regular occurrence that happens either every day or every two or three
READ MOREExercise is a hugely important part of our overall health and wellbeing. To stave off unwanted health issues, the NHS
READ MOREWhether you treat yourself to a greasy burger or cheesy chips covered with mayonnaise, certain food choices are an obvious
READ MOREThe healthy drink trend has been on the rise in recent years. People are constantly looking for new ways to
READ MOREProfessor Tim Spector has revealed the two “key” things that could support your gut health. The diet expert and co-founder
READ MOREHealth bosses in the UK have issued an urgent warning as cases of a Victorian disease have continued to skyrocket
READ MOREThere are more than 200 types of cancer that can affect the human body. However, some are far more common,
READ MOREA device that uses nanoscopic needles to inject or extract a sample from a living cell has been hailed as
READ MOREDr Anisha discusses Bowel Cancer symptoms It might seem embarrassing to talk about your poo but it can give you
READ MOREChancellor Jeremy Hunt has been urged to give a compassionate Spring Budget – by finally granting free prescriptions to sufferers
READ MOREAround five percent of British people suffer from a silent killer disease with virtually no symptoms. The liver is one
READ MOREWhen one of Emmerdale’s best-loved characters, Chas Dingle, decides to have a bilateral mastectomy next week after a triple-negative breast
READ MOREThere are a few different reasons why your neck skin might start to sag, with ageing and gravity making the
READ MOREBack pain is a common problem experienced by many of us, especially as we get older. According to the National
READ MOREHeart failure is a type of cardiovascular disease that occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood around the
READ MOREOur day-to-day lives can be pretty hectic, with work, family duties and other responsibilities to carry out. Therefore, many of
READ MOREA nutritional expert has advocated for a “demonised” drink, claiming it is full of essential nutrients and could protect the
READ MOREA reader asks: I am a 77-year-old man and was diagnosed with prostatitis at 49. I had a year with
READ MOREDr Michael Mosley has warned that snacking at the wrong time of day could spell a serious risk to your
READ MOREA reader asks: My husband, 81, began to experience pain in his right hip a couple of years ago. He
READ MOREA new measles jab campaign is set to hit TV and social media next week as cases of the disease
READ MOREWhether due to rising prices or decision fatigue, it can feel overwhelming to go shopping for groceries and household items
READ MOREWhile our age undeniably has an influence on our health, many of us don’t give that much thought to the
READ MOREThere are a lot of ways in which our daily habits contribute to facial puffiness. The phenomenon is most commonly
READ MOREDementia is a syndrome, or group of symptoms associated with the ongoing decline of the brain. It can lead to
READ MOREThere is nothing better than a good night’s sleep. But do you fidget when it comes to getting some shut-eye
READ MOREMany of us are aware of the importance of drinking water every day. Not only does it help prevent dehydration
READ MOREWhat you eat can influence many aspects of heart health, including blood pressure, cholesterol and inflammation. Harvard Medical School offers
READ MOREA nutritionist has outlined the tell-tale signs of type 2 diabetes as around one million Britons have the blood sugar
READ MORERetail giant John Lewis is to offer customers in-store blood tests in an unprecedented rollout across stores that could help
READ MOREA doctor has outlined two key symptoms of genital psoriasis to spot. Dr James O’Donovan, a doctor based in the
READ MORECooking is yet another daily activity that can sometimes take up time we don’t have. It is therefore understandable that
READ MOREBreakfast is considered by many as the most important meal of the day. But some breakfast foods are considered healthier
READ MOREGetting 150 minutes of exercise weekly could help revers a fatty liver (Image: Getty Images) The liver is one of
READ MOREDr Michael Mosley has issued a warning about brushing your teeth in the morning. The health guru explained that many
READ MOREAlzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive brain disease that causes a slow decline
READ MORERed light exposure could help reduce your blood sugar levels after eating, new research suggests. The study, published in the
READ MOREA new case of measles has popped up in Northern Ireland, and it’s the first one in seven years. Health
READ MOREThere are cancer warning signs that you could be looking out for when you sit down for your meal. Currently
READ MOREHypertension, or high blood pressure, is a medical condition that is thought to affect around a third of all adults
READ MOREWeight loss jabs could be a new weapon in the battle against drug addiction, quelling cravings for powerful narcotics as
READ MOREWith cold temperatures and a lack of sunshine, it can feel like an impossible task to dry your laundry. However,
READ MOREA cheap spice many of us probably have in our kitchen cupboards could hold the key to fighting off deadly
READ MOREThe TV and radio star has joined 250 MPs and peers backing the Sunday Express Better Bones campaign urging the
READ MOREHaving high cholesterol means you have a high level of a fatty substance known as cholesterol in your blood. Over
READ MOREA mum has shared her funny story about a mix-up with her personal trainer that might make her continue her
READ MORETable tennis could soon be prescribed to “revolutionise” treatment for multiple sclerosis, according to a doctor who is pioneering “ping
READ MOREUltra processed living is a new way of life for many people in Britain. In a new survey of more
READ MOREA strict bedtime, family dinners and set playtime may boost children’s brain development and emotional resilience – particularly for those
READ MOREThe fridge is a staple of any home kitchen in the UK. It is essential for keeping our food chilled
READ MOREThis unique vegetable is known for its amazing health benefits and ability to help those who eat it live to
READ MOREFebruary the 14th might make your heart skip a beat, but NHS bosses are using it as an excuse to
READ MOREContrary to popular opinion, dementia isn’t a direct result of ageing. This means you can reduce your risk of the
READ MOREType 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of sugar (glucose) in a person’s blood to become
READ MOREA virus first discovered in 2015 has just claimed its first victim near Alaska’s largest city. An unidentified immunocompromised man
READ MORESlurred speech, weakness, and drooping on one side of the face are common stroke symptoms that are more easily detectable.
READ MOREWhen it comes to the utensils we use in our homes, we often turn to whatever is cheapest or most
READ MOREDr Dawn Harper explains symptoms and treatment of IBS Many of us have experienced stomach issues at some point. Stomach
READ MOREThe brain is the most complex part of the body responsible for thought, memory, emotion, touch, motor skills, vision, breathing,
READ MOREIf you’re “always cold”, it could be a sign of an “invisible condition”. Experts suggest that constantly feeling cold might
READ MOREHe told his BBC Radio 4 podcast Just One Thing: “There is one hot beverage that seems to have the
READ MOREJust one spoonful of this everyday kitchen item “could save your life”. Olive oil, often known as “liquid gold,” is
READ MOREDementia is a devastating condition associated with the ongoing decline of the brain. It currently affects almost one million people
READ MOREMore than 40 years have passed since the first HIV cases were reported. Since then, there have been many advances
READ MOREWhile it’s a small country, the UK is certainly home to a wide variety of towns, cities and landscapes. You
READ MOREThe path to longevity is precarious, with chronic disease lurking at every corner. However, simple lifestyle changes are often the
READ MOREIf you’re experiencing tummy troubles it can be all too easy to put it to the back of your mind,
READ MOREProstate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with more than 52,000 men diagnosed with the disease every year
READ MOREDementia appears to be a modern condition that scientists now say is largely caused by laziness and pollution. A study
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READ MORESupplements are seeing a huge boom in popularity, with Kantar reporting back in 2022 that around 16.6 million people in
READ MOREHave you ever noticed small bumps on the backs of your arms? It could be that you have a skin
READ MOREAccording to the NHS, back pain – and particularly lower back pain – is fairly common in the UK. It
READ MOREOur wellbeing and happiness is affected by a number of factors, including our social lives, our jobs and our health.
READ MOREIn February last year the family of Bruce Willis shared the devastating news that the actor had been diagnosed with
READ MOREA beloved mum died of bowel cancer at the age of just 40 after her symptoms were initially thought to
READ MORES Club have joined forces with the British Heart Foundation (Image: Frederick Iyeh/BHF) Bubblegum pop legends S Club are urging
READ MORECoughing up phlegm may appear a sign of more serious illness. But it’s important to understand why phlegm appears. Viral
READ MOREA seaside town in the UK is exposed to dangerous levels of bacteria in the water that pose a “risk
READ MOREA doctor has revealed five tips that can help you banish stubborn belly fat. Embarking on a weight-loss plan is
READ MOREWe all know the famous saying, “You are what you eat”. While this may seem trivial there is actually a
READ MOREThe King is set to stay in hospital longer than originally planned following surgery last week. King Charles has extended
READ MOREA neuroscientist has revealed three early signs of the most common type of dementia. Robert Love, a neuroscientist who specialises
READ MOREA doctor has revealed the distressing reason why you should never hold in your farts. There are times when passing
READ MOREA doctor has revealed a potent dietary supplement for a healthy brain. Dr Reza T, Cosmetic Surgeon and Biochemist, took
READ MOREA doctor has revealed a surprising sign that could point to diabetes. The blood sugar condition is often reluctant to
READ MOREMore than five million people suffer from undiagnosed high blood pressure in England alone, according to Blood Pressure UK. Fortunately,
READ MOREScientists are trialling a world-first blood test for brain cancer and the simple check could lessen the need for invasive
READ MOREIncestuous rapist Josef Fritzl, 88, is moving to a regular prison from a prison psychiatric unit, as ordered by an
READ MOREFor most people the biggest risk factors for dementia are ageing and genes. But according to Dr Richard Restak, a
READ MOREA poor diet and lack of physical activity during lockdown could have contributed to an £8 billion childhood obesity problem.
READ MOREA grieving husband who watched his beloved wife suffocate to death over four days has “wholeheartedly” backed our assisted dying
READ MOREHealth chiefs are urging young people to make sure they receive the HPV vaccine, with new figures showing around one
READ MOREHeart disease death hotspots across the UK have been revealed based on new data. Two tables below show areas with
READ MOREBoffins believe drinking one energy drink a month could lead to poor sleep in young people. A study found as
READ MORECases of a Victorian disease spread by having unprotected sex are on the rise across towns and cities in England
READ MOREGetting a good night sleep can be crucial to setting you up for the day ahead. But did you know
READ MOREAccording to new research published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology-Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology, breathing through
READ MOREA University of York spin-out company hopes the breakthrough therapy will stimulate repairs of joint tissue, something no other treatment
READ MOREBringing your phone to the bathroom with you while you do your business may seem like a great way to
READ MOREParacetamol and ibuprofen are both commonly used painkillers. But which medicine you need to treat your pain depends on the
READ MOREA dentist shared some advice most people might be overlooking when brushing their teeth, leading to potential issues. Dr Jonny
READ MOREPeople could reduce how much wine they buy in pubs if the biggest serving is removed from sale, a new
READ MOREPrincess Kate being in hospital for the next couple of weeks is “no trivial matter”, claims one royal expert. The
READ MOREKing Charles is set to go to hospital to be treated for an enlarged prostate as he will undergo surgery
READ MOREKate Middleton, The Princess of Wales, is recovering from “successful” abdominal surgery at The London Clinic in Marylebone. The announcement
READ MOREGlobal health experts are warning of a new pandemic, dubbed ‘Disease X’ by the World Health Organisation, that could be
READ MOREA heart attack is a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when the supply of blood to the heart is cut
READ MOREPhosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i) – erectile dysfunction drugs sold as Viagra, Levitra and Cialis – and nitrates in chest
READ MOREA fatty liver occurs when fat builds up in the liver and causes liver inflammation, which can damage the liver
READ MOREResearchers from the National Yang-Ming Chiao Tung University in Taiwan used data to study the association and inform evidence-based clinical
READ MOREMany of us are aware of the importance of staying hydrated, with water being one of the healthiest ways to
READ MOREDiabetes is a serious and life-changing health condition that causes your blood sugar levels to become too high. There are
READ MOREAround one in four people in the UK die from cardiovascular disease. This refers to any disease or condition that
READ MOREThere are a whole range of factors that contribute towards our overall health and wellbeing. Some remain beyond our control,
READ MOREIn the UK, around a quarter of people will die from cardiovascular disease. This refers to any disease or condition
READ MOREAfter 10 years of improvement, life expectancy in the UK has fallen for both men and women, driven mainly by
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