Regularly getting a good night’s sleep could cut asthma risk

Poor sleep patterns may increase genetic susceptibility and chance of developing condition, study shows

Mediterranean diet ‘can reduce heart attacks in people at higher risk’

First study of its kind finds diet can benefit hundreds of millions with obesity, diabetes or other risk factors

Pregnant women advised to dim lights before bed to reduce diabetes risk

Those exposed to more light in hours before sleep appear more likely to develop gestational diabetes, researchers suggest

Wearable fitness trackers could interfere with cardiac devices, study finds

Bioimpedance sensing technologies as used in smartwatches could affect implanted devices like pacemakers

Hormone shots could be used as treatment for low sex drive

Kisspeptin found to bolster sexual responses by increasing brain activity linked to arousal and attraction

Meditation could have positive impact on gut and overall health

Practice may help regulate gut microbiome and lower risk of ill health, study of Buddhist monks finds

Glass too full? Why safe drinking guidelines vary between countries

Belgium suggests 21 drinks a week is safe for men, while Australia recommends no more than 10 for anyone. What goes into the guidelines?

Short bursts of vigorous activity can cut risk of early death, study suggests

People who do three one-minute bouts of intense activity each day such as climbing stairs have 39% lower risk of death from any cause

Rising temperatures causing distress to foetuses, study reveals

Climate crisis increases risks for subsistence farmers in Africa who usually work throughout pregnancy

Plant-based diet can cut bowel cancer risk in men by 22%, says study

Researchers find no such link for women, suggesting connection between diet and bowel cancer is clearer for men