Is it true that … ginger shots boost immunity?
Some see the fiery root as a miracle cure for colds, but there are easier, cheaper ways to support your immune system
The big breath secret: can I improve my lung capacity, efficiency and power?
My father’s death from cancer showed me you need to look after your lungs. But apart from not smoking, what should you be doing? I headed to a laboratory, strapped on a mask and heart monitor and started pedalling …
Sali Hughes on beauty: vitamin patches are all the rage, but are the effects more than skin deep?
They work for HRT and nicotine, but can skin patches really improve mental wellbeing, skin, nails and more?
UK among lowest-ranked countries for ‘human flourishing’ in wellbeing study
Findings of survey on happiness, health, finances, meaning in life and relationships raise concerns for young people
Teenagers who go to bed early and sleep longer have sharper brains, study finds
Researchers surprised at impact that even small differences in sleep make to adolescents’ cognitive abilities
Is it true that … potatoes are bad for you?
Spuds have a reputation for causing spikes in blood sugar, but it all depends on the variety and the way it is prepared
The truth about stress: from the benefits of the ‘good kind’ to the exercise that only makes it worse
The authors of a new book explain why understanding the science of stress can help us manage it better
Brisk walking linked to lower risk of heart rhythm problems, study finds
Study of 420,000 Britons suggests speeds of at least 4mph can lower risks by up to 43%
New gonorrhoea treatment hailed as breakthrough in fight against drug resistance
Researchers say gepotidacin could be delivered via a pill and help combat strains resistant to standard treatment
‘It can break you’: life for parents of autistic children can be exhausting. One podcast is offering hope. Is it real?
A podcast claims to show that autistic children with limited speech may be able to communicate via telepathy. What does the science say about the idea?