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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...

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...

20 Common Misconceptions About Life in England

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...

This Guy Lost 80 Pounds and Gained Discipline Through Yoga

Zach Wolf never thought he'd be in a yoga studio in the first place

The Duchess of Sussex's favourite sustainable brands

All the environmentally friendly labels Meghan has been seen in

Adam Peaty's 8,000-calorie diet equivalent to 18 steaks a day and gruelling gym routine

Adam Peaty's Olympics success is well-known but what he does behind the scenes to achieve it is less so, with plenty of planning going into his diet and workouts

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

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

‘It probably saved my life’: How a low-carb diet can help with type 2 diabetes

‘It probably saved my life’: How a low-carb diet can help with type 2 diabetes - After he was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, Giancarlo and his wife Katie went on a journey to discover the low-carb diet that would eventually put him in remission

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

'At 43, it changed everything'

One factor can determine how satisfied you are with your life

I never know what to do with my long hair, but since getting the 'concave cut' my daily styling routine has been so much easier

I'll never get 'just a trim' ever again

‘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 ...

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

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

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

Don’t quit booze – just drink differently: 15 ways to change your life without trying all that hard

1. Don’t give up alcohol – experiment with drinking differently Dr Richard Piper, CEO of Alcohol Change UK The most important thing with alcohol is to get into a situation where you are happy with your drinking. I used to be a very heavy drinker: 60-90 units a week. I can’t tell you how life-changing cutting down has been. To me, life is in colour without drinking, whereas before it was very grey and drab. I would encourage a sense of...

10 most relaxing places to live in the UK revealed

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

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

A taste of the good life.

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...

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

Is this something UK businesses could do?

10 things that made people realise they’re not ‘young’ anymore

Caring for Canine Quirks: 15 Signs of Concern Every Owner Should Know

Every dog owner knows their pet’s quirks, but what happens when those quirks turn into concerning behaviors? Are you doing enough to ensure your dog’s health and happiness? 1. Has Your Dog’s Appetite Changed? If your dog is eating more or less than usual, it could indicate an underlying health issue. Keep an eye on […]

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

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.

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,...

14 things Brits living in the US miss most about the UK

Moving to Zambia from London was a culture shock, but now I can afford a house

Natalie Kalolita left the UK to escape the cost of living crisis and is now running her own business

Study suggests switching from smoking to vaping indoors may reduce children’s secondhand exposure to nicotine

By Vijay Kumar Malesu In a recent study published in the JAMA Network Open , a group of researchers compared nicotine absorption among children exposed to secondhand tobacco smoke, secondhand vapor, and those with no exposure. Study: Secondhand Nicotine Absorption From E-Cigarett...

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

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...

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 many steps a day can cut risk of early death (and it’s not 10,000)

How many steps a day can cut risk of early death (and it’s not 10,000) - Researchers said that the more a person walks ‘the better’

‘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...

This 1960s housing estate is the utopian living we all deserve

Developers of today should take some notes.

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.

Despite owning hundreds of perfumes, I always go back to this one brand to boost my mood come summer

It makes my citrus-loving heart happy

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...

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.

Nordic chronic kidney disease diet enhances health-related quality of life

By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a debilitating condition that affects the emotional, physical, and social well-being of affected patients, thereby reducing their quality of life (QoL). A new study published in the journal Nutrients examines how health-related QoL (HRQoL)...

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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.

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

Rise and shine.

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.

A moment that changed me: I thought fitness was my superpower. Then I realised it was a ball and chain

I have Jane Fonda to thank for my fitness “discovery” in the late 1980s. Still in my teens, I wore through the carpet doing her workout videos in front of the TV. I also spent hours ploughing up and down the pool at the local leisure centre and honing my muscles at the gym. I always regarded fitness as my superpower. Something that I worked hard at, for sure, but something that gave me kudos. Keeping fit – I mean, really fit – seemed to me an...

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors - How to lower your stroke risk at every age

‘Nobody’s hurrying – not like London’: How Britain’s ‘blue zone’ helps you live to 86

Carving through the lush Devonian lanes from Totnes to Salcombe, via Halwell, Kingsbridge and Marlborough, there doesn’t immediately seem much the South Hams has in common with the Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica, or the Nuoro Province in Sardinia, and definitely not Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture. Admittedly, they are all fairly idyllic, photogenic pla...

Rheumatoid arthritis forced me to change my diet – and now I’m pain free

I can’t remember a time in my life when there hasn’t been pain somewhere in my body. It came to dominate much of my adult life. If somebody hasn’t been in constant pain, it’s hard to describe it to them. You’re masking the whole time, and everything is so much more difficult. The mornings were the worst for me as the throbbing and aching sensations...

‘Moving in with my family made me healthy and happy – I’m not surprised it helps people live to 100’

Ever thought about moving in with the grandparents, or having them come to live with you? If so, you are part of a worldwide trend. In the UK 1.8 million households have multiple generations living together under one roof, says one study – an increase of 38 per cent in just 10 years. Interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen was recently singing th...