The zone zero secret: how ultra-low-stress exercise can change your life

Want to be healthier and happier, without spending hours slogging away in the gym? The answer could be a state just above total inactivity

I thought we’d entered the age of body positivity. Then came ‘shrinking girl summer’ – is everyone getting smaller except me?

It’s been the year of weight-loss drugs, with celebrities seemingly disappearing before our eyes. For those of us left behind, it’s both a torment and a temptation. Spoiler alert: I tried the jabs, too

‘Your nether regions will know if you’ve skimped’: 16 summer cycling essentials

Saddling up for summer? Here’s the kit to keep you cool, comfortable and chafe-free

Japanese interval walking: the viral exercise trend that could put a spring in your step

Alternating between fast and slow walking is particularly suited to people who do not do much regular exercise

Was everything brighter 40 years ago? How color perception changes as we age

Do things look duller? As we age, the way we see the world can change – literally

Ditch your dish sponge, take a packed lunch: 33 easy plastic-free kitchen swaps

Plastic is a growing concern, so it’s time to cut back. Here’s how, from tips on reducing our use to ideas for more sustainable products

A moment that changed me: on the day of my first book deal, a mysterious hum overcame me

When the noise started, I entered a state of perpetual panic and despair. It was unstoppable. Then, in the snows of Transylvania, I suddenly came to terms with the sound …

Burn notice: Gen Z and the terrifying rise of extreme tanning

Nasal sprays, injections and sunbeds – for many people, the yearning for a tan now outweighs the risks. But why?

The 1am shut-eye: what is the prime bedtime for your health and happiness?

According to a survey, the average American heads to bed at 10.36pm, falling asleep 42 minutes later. Many younger people opt for lights out at 9pm. Are they all missing out on uplifting and restorative late-night fun?

Gen Z has brought us the 6pm dinner – and I am not ready for it

Early evening restaurant bookings are on the rise. Great for commuters and sleep purists, but what about the rest of us?