How the body works
All of us have one, but the corpus humanum is much more than just a fleshy vessel for our brains. The human body as we know it today is the result of millions of years of evolution and is composed of trillions of cells each working to keep our biological systems ticking along. Whether they're regulating our body temperature or maintaining the correct oxygen levels in our bloodstreams, the organs that make up our bodies are undoubtedly essential in helping them work.
You’re (probably) eating the wrong amount of protein for your age. Here’s why
The people who are eating the least protein are also those that need it most, research indicates. Here’s how much you should be eating
We may finally know why teenage girls are more depressed than boys
It’s all to do with tryptophan, a nutrient found in turkey, nuts and seeds
Scientists (and taxi drivers) may have discovered the secret to beating dementia
Finding the best route to beat Alzheimer's
The mystery of your ‘baby amnesia’ just got even weirder
Scientists are trying to work out why adults don’t remember being babies and it’s all a bit sci-fi.
Here's how a false memory could be planted in your brain
Research suggests that your recollections aren’t just worryingly fallible, they’re also surprisingly malleable. So could someone plant a false memory in your mind?
Here's what night sweats could tell you about your body
When you’re sleeping, your body’s meant to be resting – but something’s not right. Here’s what could be behind your night sweats… and how to make them stop.
This ‘switch’ could put an end to your weight loss plateaus, say scientists
Counting calories to no avail? Scientists may have found a way to stop your body fighting weight loss.
Daylight savings time is bad for our health. Here’s what to do about it
How to adjust to losing an hour of sleep.
Could this be the bold new future of depression treatment?
A headset claims to treat depression, and it might be more than marketing hype.
We could soon end wrinkles and grey hair forever, study suggests. Here's how
Through the use of naturally-occuring hormones, scientists believe they can fight the signs of ageing occuring.
Dementia breakthrough: Science can now measure your brain’s true ‘biological age’
Combining MRI scans and AI could reveal how old your brain is and how fast it’s ageing.
How to cut your dementia risk: 7 key lessons from the world’s best studies
The latest research is revealing clues about how you might be able to lower your chances of getting dementia. Here’s what the science says about keeping your mind sharp.
How long does it really take to fall in love? Here’s what science says
Certain animals can form lifelong bonds in a single day. But what about humans?
Why your brain won't shut up at night (and the simple way to shush it)
Trouble sleeping? A lot on your mind? Use this trick and sedate your synapses.
Balding cure: We may finally have a simple way to reverse hair loss
More than half of men and millions of women are affected by hair loss. It causes low self-esteem in some and anxiety in others. Thankfully, scientists around the world are getting to the roots of the problem with pioneering new treatments.
Most of us are overeating protein... and it’s driving up fat levels
We're likely over-consuming the world's most profitable nutrient – and it’s wrecking our waistlines.
This one supplement could slow your biological age
A new study suggests taking omega-3 regularly could knock four months off your biological age
It’s time to change your relationship with dopamine
Going on a ‘dopamine detox’ probably isn’t going to boost your mood and focus.
Vitamin D: How much your body actually needs (and how to get it)
The so-called sunshine vitamin keeps on beaming, with research showing a wide variety of health benefits. So why are so many people deficient?
Why does my arm and leg hair have growth limits, but my head hair doesn't?
Ever wondered why your arm and leg hair doesn't grow as much as your head hair? Here's the answer.
Is it safe to run every day, or should I ditch my run streak to save my knees?
A doctor explains why you should break your streak.
Here are 61 surprising ways Ozempic can change your body
Ozempic and Wegovy are best known for aiding weight loss, but their impact goes much further.
How can I tell if I've got high cortisol levels?
It's commonly known as the 'stress hormone'.
5 simple ways to instantly find your 'biological age'
Sure, you can be 40 in length of time, but what's stopping you from having the biology of a 20-year-old?