Proving that intermittent fasting works, like any lifestyle intervention, is notoriously difficult. But new technologies will better help us to understand what works and what doesn't.
Shorter trips, awe, nostalgia and "satisficing" – these tricks will leave you feeling extra rested after a holiday.
The actress from The Office UK TV series says her breast lump was tiny and not a 'lump' as such; rather a kind of hard spot.
British shoppers should expect to see more wonky vegetables due to repeated heatwaves.
The emerging science of chrononutrition suggests you should pay more attention to your body clock when planning your meals.
Some people just need a few minutes per day in the summer – while others require much longer.
Here are the profound ways wildfire smoke influences your physical and mental health.
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Scientists say it is important to find ways to exercise when temperatures soar to protect your long-term health. Here's how you can keep going when things hot up.
"Bibliotherapy" has been soaring in popularity as a means of improving people's wellbeing. But getting it right depends on the book, and the person.
Perhaps no app has mastered user loyalty quite like Duolingo, the gamified language-learning platform 34 million people a day can't put down.
It's common to become forgetful or mentally sluggish but there are easy ways to cut through the haze.
Spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower blood pressure, heart rate and stress levels.
Screen time has become synonymous with bad news - but the science may not be as straightforward as it seems.
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A new organ-on-a-chip technology helps doctors design personalised treatments for gut health.
Electrolyte-packed drinks are said to optimise health and hydration. But do we really need them?
Tech Now meets medical teams using mixed reality environments to rehearse life-or-death operations.
As a self-confessed coffee addict, Melissa Hogenboom examines the science behind matcha tea's health benefits.
A team of researchers is working on an ambitious project to build the world’s largest biological database.
Research shows the activity of 'retro-walking' can have surprising benefits for your physical health and brain.
While teeth play a greater role in health than many realise, current dental solutions for tooth loss are temporary and subpar. What if we could regrow our teeth instead?
Jet lag is an often-unavoidable effect of long-haul travel, and it has several effects on the human body. Here's how to limit the worst effects.
Ultra-processed foods are in more foods than you might realise. These tasty recipes will help you avoid them.
Small changes in how children experience food every day can have a lasting impact on what they eat.
Like a firework exploding in the joint – here's everything you need to know about cracking your knuckles.
A buried iPhone setting is turning heads and saving stomachs. But does relief just mean more time staring at your screen?
Some apps are sharing users' health data. New research uncovers which apps lock down your privacy, and which don't.
Travellers are increasingly adding comprehensive health check-ups to their South Korea itineraries - drawn by fast results, English-language support and prices that can undercut those back home.
As women have fewer children and more periods, heavy menstrual bleeding is becoming more of a health burden.
Some Greenland sharks alive today may have been contemporaries of Shakespeare. With a scarred heart that beats for centuries, this deep-sea shark defies age-related decline.
From improved concentration to higher creativity, dancing offers a range of brain-boosting benefits. And you don't need to spend hours on the dance floor to feel the effects.
Are you driven by recognition, money, or security? Knowing your motivation style could help you realise your goals.
Stress and mental exhaustion aren't new – and the wisdom of the Middle Ages about how to deal with burnout still rings surprisingly true today.
It's not just rocket launches and death metal concerts that lead to hearing loss. Many everyday activities can cause damage. Here's what you can do to protect your ears.
As climate change roasts cities around the world, history shows that air conditioning can be the difference between life and death for vulnerable people – but it comes at a cost.
Long before they land, mosquitoes are reading our body signals from afar. Find out if you feature high on the bloodsuckers' hit list.
Tech Now meets a firm developing treatments to target cancer cells and stop them returning.
Space messes with astronauts' brains – and that might have implications for missions beyond the Moon.
"Fresh start" moments outside of the New Year can be surprisingly effective in motivating us to change behaviour and pursue goals.
