How many steps are enough for heart health? For older adults, new study says it’s not 10,000
Walking briskly can increase the heart rate, improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and help people lose weight.
Walking backward comes with extra health benefits. Here's how
Backward walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, adds variety to an exercise routine.
Inside the Ukrainian clinic where returned soldiers and civilians receive mental health support
The physical effects of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine are evident. But what about the mental scars?
European countries want kids to ditch social media. Here’s how experts suggest filling the void
As lawmakers weigh social media limits and phone bans in schools, parents can help their children lead healthier digital lives on their own.
Taping your mouth shut at night to stop snoring? Doctors say it’s the wrong call
Mouth breathing in adults is not a major health problem, but it is better to breathe through your nose, experts say.
What is social prescribing and why is it taking off in England?
England’s social prescribing programme, which prioritises nature, art, sport, and community, has blown past official targets, with more than one million referrals per year, a new study found.
This Spanish woman lived to 117. Scientists may have discovered why
Researchers said the supercentenarian’s longevity shows how old age and disease can ‘become decoupled’ at times.
Starting small: How to kick-start a healthier lifestyle
Experts advise defining what wellness means to you and then setting achievable daily goals.
This over-the-counter vitamin could help protect against skin cancer. Here’s how
Patients with a history of skin cancer saw the biggest benefit from taking the supplement.
Do trendy skin care routines work? Here's what dermatologists wish you knew
Dermatologists have a clear message: Keep it simple and sometimes leave it to the cows.