The big idea: how to use your senses to help beat depression

Our research suggests that it’s not sadness per se that leads to poor mental health, but shutting down input from the body. ‘Sense foraging’ offers a way out of the trap

‘Transformed into disturbed alien creatures’: the scary world of parasomniacs, 2003

In extreme cases sleep disorders could be life-threatening

My father, a handful of spoons and his journey into dementia

Looking through old cutlery was a safe haven for my dad after he became lost in ‘dementia land’

‘Weekend warrior’ workouts may be as effective as daily exercise, study shows

Scientists say total amount of physical activity people get is more important than how frequently they train

The power of the pint: is it time to retire one of the world’s biggest beer measures?

A study suggested last week that adopting a two-thirds serve could improve public health. But is the pint really the problem?

Do you strive to be in control of your life? It might be holding you back …

Beyond being in or out of control, there is an alternative – and it’s one of the building blocks to living well

For 61 years I’ve been too lazy to use sunscreen. How badly have I damaged my skin – and is it too late to change?

Too much sun can lead to everything from wrinkles to skin cancer. Time to get myself checked out – and turn over a new leaf

Medical tourism is booming. But is it a price worth paying?

The number of people flying abroad to have cosmetic procedures is higher than ever, but are the risks too high?

How a digital detox day could help people take control of downtime

Offline Club’s first global event on Sunday will begin with tips on how to be phone-free for 24 hours every week

Time for a noodle tax? Doctor who sounded alarm on ultra-processed food urges tougher action

Carlos Monteiro says the links between UPF and obesity, diabetes and even mental ill health are so strong that manufacturers should face taxes just like tobacco firms