Gut health is very important for us to feel and function as we should. The type of food we consume, and how often we eat it, are key when it comes to human gut health, a new study using artificial intelligence reveals. But you knew that already, right? However, the research found that we can’t […]
As an experienced ultra athlete it’s nothing I’ve not dealt with before, but this time was differen (Picture: Emma Marks) Crossing the finish line of my ultramarathon, tears immediately began to fall. For the past seven hours, I’d battled torrential rain and wind, grappled with 6,000ft terrains and pushed through exhaustion. Because six weeks earlier, […]
22 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Why scientists are finally investigating the menopause symptom that derails careers
Brain fog is the most common – and most disruptive – symptom of menopause, say 86% of women (Picture: David Parry/PA) As the majority of women admit to suffering brain fog during menopause, isn’t it high time we finally closed in on a solution to this silent saboteur of success? It will come as no […]
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I was diagnosed with deadly sepsis after experiencing one lesser-known symptom
Skye had been a fit and active 23-year-old until she started experiencing extreme back pain (Picture: Kennedy News & Media) In September 2024, thrill-seeker Skye Owen, was living an active lifestyle in Cornwall. The 23-year-old loved to hike, surf, snowboard and explore on her motorbike. So, when she began experiencing back and hip pain following […]
22 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
Screaming clubs are taking over TikTok — but are they anything to shout about?
Scream clubs are rising in popularity (Picture: Metro) Life is hard; whether it’s being overlooked for a longed-for promotion, getting ghosted unexpectedly after an amazing date, or rising heating bills, there is always something to make you want to scream. But while once it was something one did alone in a car or into a […]
21 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
What really happens when you’re dying, according to an end of life expert
Death is inevitable. It comes to us all, and just like giving birth, it’s a natural process of life. However, unlike birth, there are no ‘classes’ to prepare you for death — no rule book or tutorial that can set you up for the inescapable. So, it’s understandable that people fear it or want to […]
20 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
All you need is a chair for this one-minute test that shows how fit you are for your age
The 1MSTS test is used by health professionals but can be done at home too (Picture: Getty Images) If you’re looking to get some insight into your fitness level, hold off before forking out for a high-tech smart device. The one-minute sit-to-stand test (1MSTS) is a reliable way to assess your functional exercise capacity that’s […]
20 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
I revealed my diagnosis to my parents – and confirmed what I feared
My parents didn’t believe in ADHD (Picture: Metro/ Jessica Lindsay) I shouldn’t have been nervous. I’m one of those annoying people who calls their parents every day, but this particular conversation was daunting. I had been diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in September 2021 and now, a couple of months later, I was finally […]
19 Oct, 2025 | Admin | No Comments
My ex secretly recorded me – but that wasn’t the worst of his abuse
My partner thought recording me in the shower was hilarious (Picture: Getty Images) I was having a shower when it happened. It was 10 years ago. My infant daughter was in her bedroom while I was in the bathroom. I don’t know why I turned around, but I did, and what I saw terrified me. […]
I first heard about it last year from my colleague (Picture: Phil Samba) Every day, I wake up, brush my teeth, shower, eat breakfast and take my medication. No, I’m not sick. I take Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and now sometimes DoxyPEP too. The former is a life-saving HIV prevention drug, while the latter is a […]