A major analysis of NHS records suggests obesity in England is now affecting around one in three adults. Researchers examined linked electronic health records covering more than 54 million adults ...

Fitness is not only about sport, weight loss or looking different. Simple strength and mobility exercises can make daily tasks easier, from carrying shopping to getting off the floor. The best ...

A new survey suggests NHS staff are increasingly having to correct false or misleading claims about supplements during consultations. Cancer charities warn that online claims about turmeric, St John’s ...

GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy may reduce alcohol intake and other addictive behaviours as well as appetite. Researchers think the lateral septum, a brain region involved in reward and memory, ...

Frozen peas, edamame, spinach and mixed vegetables can be added straight into meals. Canned beans, lentils and chickpeas can bulk out soups, stews, pasta sauces and salads. That adds fibre and protein ...

A trial found that supervised Nordic walking significantly reduced symptoms in adults with moderate to severe depression. Most of the improvement happened within the first five weeks of the 10-week ...

Ultra-processed foods may affect focus and mental processing, even in people who otherwise eat fairly well. Researchers from Monash University, the University of São Paulo and Deakin University ...

Research suggests the difference between stopping and sticking with it often comes down to motivation, enjoyment and support. People are more likely to keep exercising when they feel in control of the ...

Share article Facebook GPs will be paid to refer people onto the national programme to prevent type 2 diabetes under new plans to boost participation numbers. The move comes after The Healthier You: ...

A small clinical study found that a short-term low-calorie fasting-style diet reduced markers of gum disease inflammation. The fasting group showed lower inflammatory markers in both blood and gum ...

A large study found that three servings of French fries per week were linked with a 20% higher risk of type 2 diabetes. Boiled, baked and mashed potatoes were not linked with the same significant ...