We often think of allergies as the result of an unlucky hand dealt in childhood, or even before birth. But "any person, at any point in their life, can develop a new allergy".
If you're feeling overwhelmed, consider taking part in short simple "micropractices" to improve your wellbeing.
Just two hours of extra sleep can help reverse the damage from a bad night. But early nights and lie-ins should be wielded with caution.
A university study trying to create a better kombucha analyses whether the drink affects health.
Functional wrists are essential to normal everyday life. But they are easily damaged, and we all need to start thinking about them earlier in life than you’d expect.
Research shows a positive attitude towards ageing can make people feel younger and live longer.
From a brisk 15-minute walk, to getting regular sleep – doing these things from your 30s could help you stay fit well into your 70s.
The sit-to-stand test takes just 30 seconds to complete, but its results can provide profound insights into your health.
Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, but some of the country’s elderly aren’t slowing down.
Lara Lewington searches for the tech secrets that experts hope will unlock eternal youth.
Just how far can we intervene in the way our bodies age?
Wake up rested and feel more alert, with expert tips to improve your sleep in a six-part course.
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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?
Ally Hirschlag discovers that waking up naturally can be surprisingly easy, if you take care of other sleep essentials.
Your oral microbiome is the key to a healthy mouth and body. Here's how to make sure it's well-nourished.
The puzzling codes of adolescent culture can influence our adult lives in profound ways. But we can also change how these early experiences shape us.
Putting our hands in soil and touching grass, trees or moss provides a wide range of health benefits, for our skin and wider immune system.
Lyme disease is on the rise. But scientists are searching for ways to prevent it.
Researchers are finally beginning to understand the real impacts of poking fun at ourselves – and how to avoid the pitfalls.
Research suggests that naturism, the practice of non-sexual social nudity, can help people improve their body image. Naturists and experts tell the BBC how it works.
Some of the most prescribed medications, including those used to treat depression, ADHD and high blood pressure, can increase the risk of dehydration and other heat-related conditions.
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can reduce weight and improve health, but could they also boost athletic performance?
Shorter trips, awe, nostalgia and "satisficing" – these tricks will leave you feeling extra rested after a holiday.
Some people just need a few minutes per day in the summer – while others require much longer.
Like a firework exploding in the joint – here's everything you need to know about cracking your knuckles.
Ultra-processed foods are in more foods than you might realise. These tasty recipes will help you avoid them.
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.
Our bone density begins declining earlier than you might think. But ensuring our diet is rich in certain nutrients can help to keep our skeletons strong.
Swimming in rivers and lakes is booming, but heavy rain, sewage overflows and farm runoff can lead to disease outbreaks. Here's how to spot when the risks to health are highest.
The Tour de France, which finishes this weekend, is regarded as one of the world's toughest cycle races. Winning it is a psychological as well as a physical test.
