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.
Simple walking hack could boost your heart health, study claims
Walking in this way could protect you from heart rhythm abnormalities, heart attacks and strokes
Is it good for my brain to avoid the news from time to time?
It's easy to get sick of a 24-hour news cycle of war, climate crises and economic turmoil. Here's how a break will help your mental health – and gut
When does a runner's high kick in?
Running feels like a drug – here’s the molecule that explains why
Why do I find it so difficult to switch between tasks?
Why are we so bad at multitasking? A neuroscientist explains.
Here's the only science-backed lesson on exercise you need to lose fat
Think the gym is your only bet for burning belly fat? Emerging research suggests otherwise. So what actually works best... and can you just skip exercise entirely?
Here's how the season you were conceived in could change your metabolism
How warm were your parents when they made you? It could impact how much brown fat you have
The hidden flaw in cryonics that could ruin your shot at living forever
The chances of cryogenically freezing a human brain and then resurrecting its owner remain sub-zero
Simple diet hack is more effective than intermittent fasting diet, study claims
Going without pasta and bread a couple of times a week could be as good for your health as intermittent fasting
Here's what your hearing could say about your heart failure risk
A new study suggests hearing loss could raise your risk of heart failure – and reveal early warning signs of trouble
Why does drinking alcohol make it so much harder to lose weight?
Downing drinks can trick your body into prioritising alcohol processing, temporarily pausing fat burning
We may have to rethink consciousness completely. Here's why
In their quest to pinpoint the start of human consciousness, neuroscientists are diving into some truly bizarre territory
The end of balding: We may have just found the secret to hair regrowth
A new study could pave the way for future baldness treatments
How to crack the subtle body language of liars
Online influencers claim subtle, non-verbal cues expose when a person is lying. But how much do gestures, eye contact and arm positioning really reveal?
Is smoking or vaping worse for you? It depends who’s asking
Research suggests vaping is one of the best ways to help smokers quit the habit. But that doesn’t mean it’s a harmless alternative to smoking
Endometriosis still takes years (and surgery) to diagnose. A new test could change that
The condition impacts around 10 per cent of women
Here's what your cholesterol levels say about your risk of dementia: new study
Your cholesterol levels might affect your future brain health, not just your risk of heart disease
Should I be putting silicone tape on my wrinkles?
Yes, we're serious
What happens when you stop vaping?
Quitting isn’t easy – but your body starts to heal within days
Pregnancy’s impact on the body lasts far longer than we realised
Sorry, Mum
How to keep your mind and body sharp in retirement: 5 lessons from the world's best studies
Expert-backed tips for the best post-work life
Daylight savings time is bad for our health. Here’s what to do about it
How to adjust to losing an hour of sleep.
Stressed out? You may have cortisol belly. Here's how to lose it
Recent studies have found a strong link between rising stress levels and expanding waistlines… And modern life isn’t helping
Planet Ozempic: How the wonder-drug is reshaping the world and what’s next
The weight-loss drug has made headlines and broken sales records, but what does it mean for our future?
The great cold head myth: Where you really lose your body heat from
We've all heard it before, but is this a myth or a truth to live by?