Health & Wellbeing

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Health

When is the right time for a hip or knee replacement?

Expert advice on when you need a hip or knee replacement, and how long you may have to wait on the NHS.

Healthy Eating

The news we’ve all been waiting for – chocolate IS good for us

We speak to the experts about how a daily fix of cocoa can actually benefit your health.

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Walking

Do you really need to walk 10,000 steps a day?

Scientists say your daily target could be lower - and the surprising origin of the daily step count.

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healthy eating

Should you give up bread for your health?

What's the truth about bread? A nutritionist explains how bread affects our bodies and whether we really should consider giving it up for our health.

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Brain health

I sometimes struggle to remember names - should I see my doctor?

Dr Mark Porter on why its important to see a GP about memory loss worries - and how an early diagnosis can make a difference.

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Healthy Eating

5 foods that help you live longer – and they're already in your kitchen

The foods that could help you live longer and protect against chronic illness.

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Healthy eating

Which tinned fruit is best for your health - and which to avoid

Tinned fruit is healthier than you think despite its retro reputation. We rank the best ones to pick for your health and the ones to avoid.

Sleep help

Why your mattress could be ruining your sleep 

We've got 8 questions to ask to find out whether your mattress is keeping you awake at night.

Healthy eating

Are ginger shots good for inflammation?

Dr Mark Porter on whether ginger shots are good for inflammation or just an expensive wellness fad.

Walking

Do you really need to walk 10,000 steps a day?

Scientists say your daily target could be lower - and the surprising origin of the daily step count.

Gut Health

9 foods that cause flatulence - and how to avoid it

Passing wind more than you’d like? A gut specialist dietitian reveals the foods that cause gas and what you can do about it.

Health

Is it snoring or sleep apnoea? Dr Mark Porter explains

How to deal with a snoring problem that is causing sleepless nights.

Walking

The expert guide to hiking for beginners

Everything you need to know to start hill walking and the mistakes to avoid.

Healthy Eating

The news we’ve all been waiting for – chocolate IS good for us

We speak to the experts about how a daily fix of cocoa can actually benefit your health.

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