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Olympians are super fit. That doesn’t mean we’re healthy

I thought I knew what was good for me, but as I transitioned to real life, I had to strive for balance rather than excellence

‘Find people who understand you and be kind to yourself’: an expert guide to living well with neurodiversity

A GP, psychologist, nutritionist and fitness instructor give their advice on how to live healthily and happily with ADHD and autism

Cash incentives may help men lose weight, research finds

Men with obesity offered incentives and sent healthy-eating tips in Game of Stones trial found to have lost most weight

Cheese, please! Eight everyday foods that are great for gut health – and aren’t kimchi, kombucha, ’kraut or kefir

There’s more to looking after your internal microbiome than stuffing down the four Ks. Here are some cheap, readily available alternatives

Soya, nuts and yoghurt: the diet tweaks that can ease the symptoms of menopause

It’s crucial to look after your gut microbiome. So avoid ultra-processed foods, eat healthily and try blueberries, and beetroot for help with hot flushes too

The truth about protein: how to get enough – at every age

We need protein to build muscle, produce hormones, regulate mood and appetite, and strengthen bones. But how much, and what kind, should you eat every day?

‘It’s eating what the sea provides’: Galicia’s Atlantic diet eclipses Mediterranean cousin

In Fisterra in north-west Spain, a diet rich in seafood, fruit and vegetables survives, and has been found to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart-related conditions

I found out the hard way the secret of Sunak’s Monday blunders – a 36-hour fast

Admire his discipline if you must, but should a PM make vital decisions when he’s starving?

The flat tummy myth: why bloating can be good for you – and when it’s time to worry

The wellness world is awash with pills and potions promising to banish ‘bloat’. But do they work – and do we even need them in the first place?

Winterproofing: how to get you and your home ready for Britain’s cold months ahead

From security to heating, wellbeing, food and pets, there are many ways to help stay warm, healthy and safe

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