Health

The Older You Get, The More Important It Is To Do These 20 Things

As we age, our priorities shift and certain habits become increasingly important for our overall wellness. You don’t need to slow down or give up, but you do need to adapt so that you can continue to thrive. With that in mind, here are some practices that become more crucial with each passing year. Incorporating...

I knew I had to give up drinking when my daughter asked ‘why is mummy behaving so strangely?’

I’m pretty sure I gravitated towards a career in advertising because of the heavy drinking lifestyle, although I now think that whatever industry I’d found myself in, I’d have been a drinker, because alcohol gave me the social confidence I lacked. My first foray was trying cider when I was 15 and drinking with my then-boyfriend who was older than m...

How to lower your blood sugar levels, as new research reveals heart disease link

How to lower your blood sugar levels, as new research reveals heart disease link - Diet, exercise and lifestyle factors all play a role. By Katie Wright.

I've been a cancer nurse for 30 years — these are patients' biggest regrets

'I wish I'd spent more time with my children.'

French fringe: The retro hairstyle making a modern comeback with Sydney Sweeny, Kristen Stewart and Sabrina Carpenter

Do you fancy doing something with your hair but don’t want to cut it drastically? A fringe might be just the thing for you, especially one in the '60s style that has taken the red carpets by storm. Retromania is in full swing. In fashion, we're going back to the 2000s, which until recently were synonymous with kitsch and embarrassment. Cargo pants,...

What you can do every night to prevent irritable bowel syndrome

What you can do every night to prevent irritable bowel syndrome - Study finds leading healthy lifestyle strongly linked to lower chance of developing condition

Scientists make new list of risk factors for developing dementia

Scientists have come up with a list of 11 risk factors, from lifestyle choices to illness history, for a person getting dementia.

Love your job and worried about retiring? How to stay busy and avoid post-retirement blues

Love your job and worried about retiring? How to stay busy and avoid post-retirement blues - People need to let family, friends or a health professional know if they are struggling, as some people do get depressed after they enter retirement.

Immigrants Breathing New Life Into UK Communities

As you scan through your local newspaper or take a stroll through your town, have you noticed some positive changes? It’s not just by chance; here’s a candid look at how immigration has been quietly boosting small towns across the UK. 1. New Flavours on Your Doorstep Think about the new variety of food available ... Read more

I walked for 90 minutes every day for two years — here’s what changed for me

Taking a low-impact walk every morning improved my mood, boosted my wellbeing and made me appreciate nature, and it didn't cost a thing.

You can enjoy red meat, cheese and wine – and still be healthy

Personally, I love most foods and don’t like to give any of them up. I don’t believe there is anything you need to quit entirely if it gives you pleasure, even if it’s inherently unhealthy – so long as it’s enjoyed as part of a diverse, gut-friendly diet. Rather, we should focus on quality and frequency. Even the most maligned foods have relatively...

The secrets to styling sporty-chic this summer

The secrets to styling sporty-chic this summer - A summer of sports means only one thing: athleisure as everyday.

The Green Goddess: I’m still fit at 85 – these are the rules I swear by

Diana Moran still has the leotard that made her famous as the Green Goddess in the 1980s. It still fits, but she says: “The elastic has got a little saggy.” Age has been far kinder to Moran, who at 85 has the poise and elegance that made her a role model to a generation of keep-fitters. Today she is reaping the rewards of practising what she preach...

Pros and Cons of Living in the Algarve

The Algarve is one of the most stunning areas of southern Portugal, and like all regions, has both benefits and drawbacks for its residents. Carefully consider the following factors if you are thinking about moving to the region.

‘Slay, serve, survive’: How gen Z is rewriting the rules of work

For many of us, turning on an out-of-office is one of the last things to do before going on holiday. It is typically a concise message outlining that you’re on annual leave and who to contact in your absence. But for some gen Z workers, an OOO is becoming another way to add a bit of pizzazz to work culture; a way to showcase their personality, as well as their approach to the office. With high summer now in full swing and offices temporarily...

Always struggle to get up in the morning? 9 failsafe tips for becoming a morning person and actually enjoying it

Rise and shine.

Could the UK learn from the world's happiest country when it comes to work-life balance?

Is this something UK businesses could do?

Atkins diet guide: Benefits, risks and expert opinion

Of all the fad diets, the Atkins diet is arguably the best known and has stood the test of time. Experts concede that it can be an effective weight loss plan, but it remains controversial, not least least because there are doubts over how healthy it is as a long-term eating pattern. In essence, Atkins is a low-carbohydrate diet, the type of which i...

6 Summer Trends Italians Have Mastered That Channel "La Dolce Vita" Dressing

A taste of the good life.

I tried going for a walk after eating lunch every day for a week - here’s why I’ll continue to do it

Ready to boost mental and physical wellbeing in as little as ten minutes?

From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?

From 'latte makeup' to 'girl dinners,' TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last? - TikTok and its bite-sized videos arrived in the United States as a global version of the Chinese app Douyin

Wealth really does improve health – and here's proof

Wealth really is health.

Shirley Robertson: ‘When you age you should be less concerned about thinness and calories’

Paris Olympics, we will be talking to former Olympian medallists about how they keep fit now – from ageing and retiring to what they eat and how much they exercise. Meet the sixth in our series, Shirley Robertson. Robertson is a sailor and the first British woman to win an Olympic gold medal at consecutive games: Sydney in 2000 and Athens in 2004. ...

‘After years of failed fad diets + workouts, I started lifting weights'

'At 43, it changed everything'

I went solo travelling in my 60s - here's what it taught me

Eager to discover the real Italy, Lorna Jackson, 72, went on a three-month solo exploration. Speaking to GH, she shares the life lessons that she returned home with.

Eating breakfast at this time could reduce heart disease risk

A French study suggests that eating breakfast and supper an hour earlier may reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This research emphasizes the importance of meal timing for cardiovascular health, according to The Telegraph. The study found that having breakfast at 8 am instead of 9 am decreases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by...

How To Wear Strawberry Blonde Hair Now, According To A Hairstylist

Everyone from Blake Lively to Sydney Sweeney is experimenting with copper tones

Steve Aoki on How He Balances Health and a Quest for Longevity with Worldwide Partying

The globe-trotting DJ and producer is working hard to stay on top of the EDM world at 46. He shares his plan to win the longevity game

I walked off five stone and beat my sugar cravings

It’s the story of so many midlife men. The weight had crept on slowly. I hardly ever weighed myself and when I looked in the mirror I’d pull in my stomach and thought I still looked great. My wife Kim had been buying bigger clothes for me and I didn’t pay much attention to my size. In reality, my belly was enormous; I could barely stand up straight...

Couple buy old 'tired' cottage in Cheshire and convert it into stylish 'forever home'

Helen Pexton, 56, and her husband wanted a home renovation project that they could really 'get their teeth into'

Why bolero trend seen in Emily in Paris should not be shrugged off

Emily in Paris, the hit Netflix show that follows the American expat Emily Cooper as she navigates the capital, is known for outraging Parisians with its cliches about berets, their rudeness and fondness for long lunches. However, it was millennials this week who were left horrified after the release of a trailer for its highly anticipated fourth season. In the sneak peek, its protagonist, Emily, is seen wearing a bright pink bolero, reminiscent...

Are you overeating? Here’s how to tell – and break the habit

A second slice of cake on your birthday, an extra burger at a BBQ and a few too many chocolates at Christmas – we all occasionally overindulge. But it can be damaging for our health if it becomes a common occurrence. An overeater may regularly find themselves eating five or six biscuits, instead of one or two. It’s not as severe as binge eating (wh...

I’m a French woman in my 40s. This is why I’m going to live longer than a woman in England

Whether it’s a café croissant watching the world go by from a Parisian terrace, or that glass of rosé with a long-time friend, or an apéritif with the neighbours that extends into an impromptu dinner party… People often misconstrue the French joie de vivre as simply hedonistic. But when you look at the consistent two-year gap between life expectanc...

Underconsumption: Why it’s suddenly cool to use every last drop of shampoo and face cream

Underconsumption: Why it’s suddenly cool to use every last drop of shampoo and face cream - LET’S UNPACK THAT: A new social media trend is rejecting the throwing-away of beauty products before they’ve actually been used. But celebrating something so ordinary only exposes how wasteful many of us have become, writes Olivia Petter

‘I beat a decade of career burnout by becoming a full-time house-sitter’

As I attempt to settle down at the kitchen table for a morning’s work, the inquisitive snout of a white fox terrier vies for my attention. We head outside and I throw his ball across the garden. While I’m up I may as well check on the chickens. “Morning girls!” I shout. They cluck and run toward me as I investigate the hatch for eggs. Only one toda...

We took decades to start our fitness journeys – now running has us hooked

Real runners share their fitness journeys.

Have a home, or have a life? The brutal reality young adults face

Increasingly, Millennials and Gen Z are also being forced to make brutal choices about what they can and cannot afford to do

Living on Lanzarote: advantages, cost of living and why choose it

The island of Lanzarote emerges from the Atlantic Ocean as a unique enclave, a land of contrasts where volcanic nature combines with serene beaches and an excellent climate. Deciding to live on Lanzarote is opting for a particular lifestyle, in which the environment's calm and beauty play a leading role.

10 most relaxing places to live in the UK revealed

Best posture correctors to support and straighten your back

Best posture correctors to support and straighten your back - It’s never been more important to watch your back

My husband finds life easy, and ‘corrects’ me because I don’t

The question I am mid-40s and married. My husband is good at dealing with life. He never worries, is never insecure, always positive, has unlimited energy and always has a solution for everything. He deals with our kids seemingly without effort, doesn’t set many rules and never worries if they eat enough vegetables or go to bed too late. Everything is a breeze; rules are to be broken and life must be enjoyed. I am not like that. I like to abide...

‘We spent £70,000 on a garden room – and lived in it for a year’

Anybody embarking on a full-scale home renovation will have to consider where they are going to live when their home is being ripped apart. Hardy souls may cut costs by remaining in situ, living with the dust, noise and builders’ mess. Others will stay with friends or bite the bullet and find somewhere to rent. Marty Orton, 51, took a more unusual ...

The ‘island of immortals’ where residents regularly live past 100

Is Stevie Nicks the ultimate rock chick icon? How the star’s style evolution continues to inspire

Is Stevie Nicks the ultimate rock chick icon? How the star’s style evolution continues to inspire - The Fleetwood Mac frontwoman has been a style muse for over four decades – here’s why.

How to beat the big four diseases of ageing

We are living longer than ever before. In 1765, the average lifespan was just 38.8 years, and even by the start of the 1920s, still only 56. Then along came the vaccines: diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough and tuberculosis. Today, life expectancy in the UK is 78.6 years for males and 82.6 years for females. But longevity comes with a price: that o...

10 things that happen to your body when you stop drinking alcohol

What happened when I ate a 1960s diet for a week

It’s one of the hottest days of the year so far, but my oven is on and blasting. Inside is a joint of beef and a tray of roast potatoes sizzling in beef dripping. Ready to go is my Yorkshire pudding; bubbling away on the stove is a pan of rice pudding, next to a couple of tins of peas and carrots, ready to be heated up. It’s a bit counter cultural,...

Why live in Ibiza? Cost of living and best areas on the island

Ibiza, an island known worldwide for its vibrant nightlife and stunning beaches, is also a place that many choose as their permanent home. This destination not only offers parties and sun but also boasts a quality of life that attracts people from the world over. When considering moving to Ibiza, it's important to understand the daily expenses, from renting or purchasing property to the cost of food, services and transport. Furthermore, knowing...

People should adopt ‘old-fashioned’ ways of staying healthy – Sir Chris Whitty

People should adopt ‘old-fashioned’ ways of staying healthy – Sir Chris Whitty - Making it easy and attractive for people to exercise is one of the most effective ways of maintaining independence, the Chief Medical Officer said.

I visited the best place to live in South Yorkshire and it’s easy to see why

“Stocksbridge is full of friendly people with a proud past which has been built on a heart of steel”