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Neither swimming nor water aerobics: The top exercise for seniors over 65 to improve balance and prevent falls

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May 30, 2026 at 3:53 PM

Neither walk nor swim: The ultimate exercise for seniors over 60 to gain strength and balance

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May 30, 2026 at 2:31 PM

Close-up of a person walking with hands clasped behind their back, a posture linked to calm reflection and mental focus.

Psychology suggests that people who walk with their hands behind their backs aren’t necessarily striking a pose or trying to look solemn; often, they’re simply adopting a more relaxed physical rhythm that can facilitate reflection and calm the mind

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May 29, 2026 at 8:31 AM

Close-up of a woman’s eye reflecting quiet self-awareness and healthier self-esteem.

Psychology suggests that people with healthier self-esteem aren’t always the most confident or outgoing; they’ve often learned something much more subtle and difficult: to value themselves as people worth counting on

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May 28, 2026 at 8:33 AM

Person using a black air fryer crossed out to show a new infrared countertop oven trend for healthy home cooking

Goodbye to oil-free fryers: a new countertop infrared oven could revolutionize healthy home cooking

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May 27, 2026 at 6:31 AM

Serious red scald burn on a nurse’s thigh after hot coffee spilled during a Ryanair flight

Nurse gets Ryanair payout after hot coffee spill leaves her with serious in-flight burns

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May 25, 2026 at 12:31 PM

Spoonful of instant coffee granules over a jar after supermarket coffee beat Nescafé in a blind taste test.

Instant coffee from the supermarket outperforms Nescafé in a blind taste test and costs around £1.10 less

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May 24, 2026 at 3:06 PM

Farnham park with flowers, trees, homes, and a playground in the Surrey market town near London

Charming town just 1 hour from London named one of the UK’s best places to live for a very healthy reason

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May 24, 2026 at 9:59 AM

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Trust building amid reports of NHS hearing aid 312 battery shortages.

Deaf and hard-of-hearing NHS users have complained that the 312 batteries in their hearing aids ran out and they had to switch them off to save power, even though the NHS itself later stated that the supply issue had already been ‘resolved’

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May 24, 2026 at 7:35 AM

Statue of Confucius in front of Chinese characters, symbolizing wisdom, learning, and thoughtful conversation

A Chinese proverb says that a conversation with a wise person is worth more than a month’s worth of reading; this is not a criticism of reading, but a reminder of the difference between information and judgement

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May 24, 2026 at 4:53 AM

Spoon filled with sugar and sugar cubes, illustrating a study linking sugar, hunger, and memory consolidation in fruit flies

French scientists confirm it: sugar is essential for consolidating memories, and they demonstrate that hunger and memory are linked

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May 22, 2026 at 8:28 AM

Cigarette, heated tobacco device, and vape shown side by side in a study about smoking alternatives.

The difference between smoking, vaping, and using heated tobacco, according to a new scientific study

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May 21, 2026 at 10:32 AM

Warning sign about pesticide residues near a road, illustrating concerns over grapes, strawberries, and oranges sold in supermarkets

The three fruits found in supermarkets with the highest levels of pesticide residues

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May 20, 2026 at 6:28 PM

Adult and child pointing at a backyard bird feeder, highlighting birdwatching linked to a younger-looking brain

Birdwatching isn’t just a relaxing activity or a hobby: according to a new study, it could help keep the brain younger

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May 20, 2026 at 6:29 AM

Person sleeping in bed at night, reflecting the daily burden of type 1 diabetes management and insulin dosing.

Metformin has been used for decades to treat type 2 diabetes, but a 26-week trial conducted in adults with type 1 diabetes suggests that the goal of treatment is shifting: although it does not improve insulin resistance during the “clamp” test, it does reduce the required daily dose

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May 19, 2026 at 7:47 PM

Swimmers doing laps in a pool, a low-impact workout that can boost circulation and support heart health

If your legs feel heavy after a day of sitting, a 30-minute swim can beat a long walk because water shifts blood toward the chest, boosts venous return, and research summaries link swimming to a 41% lower risk of cardiovascular death than not swimming

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May 19, 2026 at 8:38 AM

The safe breakfast sitting in your pantry may be part of a porridge recall shoppers are being told to check now.

The “safe breakfast” you may have been keeping since 2026—and which you’re now being asked to check before it’s too late—: you can’t see it, you can’t smell it, and yet the official recommendation is unequivocal

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May 18, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Person in blue activewear seen from behind, illustrating a story about visceral fat, belly fat, and metabolic health.

Visceral fat isn’t just “belly fat”: it builds up around your organs, and nutritionists point to four everyday factors that cause it to skyrocket without you even realizing it (one of them is in your glass)

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May 18, 2026 at 11:29 AM

Egg sandwich with creamy filling, tomato, and lettuce on white bread served on a plate

The “egg sandwich hack” that’s taking 2026 by storm: change just ONE thing in the filling, and your lunch will go from heavy to “light but powerful” (with an extra dose of protein)

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May 17, 2026 at 2:32 PM

Woman holding a digital liver illustration for a story on fiber supplements, gut health, and fatty liver disease

The “healthy” fiber supplement that millions of people take to support their gut health—and which, according to a new study, is linked to the progression of fatty liver disease

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May 17, 2026 at 12:32 PM

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Neither swimming nor water aerobics: The top exercise for seniors over 65 to improve balance and prevent falls

Neither walk nor swim: The ultimate exercise for seniors over 60 to gain strength and balance

Psychology suggests that people who walk with their hands behind their backs aren’t necessarily striking a pose or trying to look solemn; often, they’re simply adopting a more relaxed physical rhythm that can facilitate reflection and calm the mind

Psychology suggests that people with healthier self-esteem aren’t always the most confident or outgoing; they’ve often learned something much more subtle and difficult: to value themselves as people worth counting on

Goodbye to oil-free fryers: a new countertop infrared oven could revolutionize healthy home cooking

Nurse gets Ryanair payout after hot coffee spill leaves her with serious in-flight burns

Instant coffee from the supermarket outperforms Nescafé in a blind taste test and costs around £1.10 less

Charming town just 1 hour from London named one of the UK’s best places to live for a very healthy reason

Deaf and hard-of-hearing NHS users have complained that the 312 batteries in their hearing aids ran out and they had to switch them off to save power, even though the NHS itself later stated that the supply issue had already been ‘resolved’

A Chinese proverb says that a conversation with a wise person is worth more than a month’s worth of reading; this is not a criticism of reading, but a reminder of the difference between information and judgement

French scientists confirm it: sugar is essential for consolidating memories, and they demonstrate that hunger and memory are linked

The difference between smoking, vaping, and using heated tobacco, according to a new scientific study

The three fruits found in supermarkets with the highest levels of pesticide residues

Birdwatching isn’t just a relaxing activity or a hobby: according to a new study, it could help keep the brain younger

Metformin has been used for decades to treat type 2 diabetes, but a 26-week trial conducted in adults with type 1 diabetes suggests that the goal of treatment is shifting: although it does not improve insulin resistance during the “clamp” test, it does reduce the required daily dose

If your legs feel heavy after a day of sitting, a 30-minute swim can beat a long walk because water shifts blood toward the chest, boosts venous return, and research summaries link swimming to a 41% lower risk of cardiovascular death than not swimming

The “safe breakfast” you may have been keeping since 2026—and which you’re now being asked to check before it’s too late—: you can’t see it, you can’t smell it, and yet the official recommendation is unequivocal

Visceral fat isn’t just “belly fat”: it builds up around your organs, and nutritionists point to four everyday factors that cause it to skyrocket without you even realizing it (one of them is in your glass)

The “egg sandwich hack” that’s taking 2026 by storm: change just ONE thing in the filling, and your lunch will go from heavy to “light but powerful” (with an extra dose of protein)

The “healthy” fiber supplement that millions of people take to support their gut health—and which, according to a new study, is linked to the progression of fatty liver disease

Neither walk nor swim: The ultimate exercise for seniors over 60 to gain strength and balance

Neither in the fridge nor in the pantry: the place to store bananas and keep them from turning brown

Psychology suggests that people who walk with their hands behind their backs aren’t necessarily striking a pose or trying to look solemn; often, they’re simply adopting a more relaxed physical rhythm that can facilitate reflection and calm the mind

Psychology suggests that the strange sense of emptiness many people feel when they turn forty isn’t always due to burnout; it often arises when a life built on sensible decisions begins to feel more like a burden than a choice

Psychology suggests that people who send a simple “I was thinking of you” without asking for anything in return aren’t just being kind—they’re often offering one of the most subtle and effective ways to make someone feel remembered

Science suggests that people who take melatonin night after night aren’t always just using a natural sleep aid; in many cases, they may have been following a routine for years whose long-term safety is far less clear than many people realize

Psychology suggests that people who freeze up when faced with a blank page aren’t always lazy or undisciplined; they are often reacting to a mix of anxiety, insecurity, and fear of making a mistake before they’ve even started

Psychology suggests that people with healthier self-esteem aren’t always the most confident or outgoing; they’ve often learned something much more subtle and difficult: to value themselves as people worth counting on

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