Surgeon and social media star Dr Karan Rajan gives the lowdown on being honest about your ailments. Being honest with your doctor could save your life (Alamy/PA) There are some subjects many of us find hard to talk to our doctors about – bowel habits, sexual organs and personal hygiene spring to mind. But these are problems that we shouldn’t be afraid to discuss, says surgeon and social media star Dr Karan Rajan, 35, who has more than 10 million followers on social media, has

You can weave these quick exercises into any part of your day. You don’t need any equipment to do these short-burst exercises (Alamy/PA) New research suggests that small increases in daily moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity may reduce the risk of death. The study, which was published in The Lancet, examined data from almost 95,000 middle-aged and older adults in the UK, and 40,000 people from Norway, Sweden and the US. Researchers, led by academics from the Norw

Dr Ian K Smith, author of Eat Your Age, explains how to keep yourself looking and feeling youthful from your 30s to your 60s and beyond. Dr Ian K Smith gives his health tips for ageing well in every decade (Alamy/PA) We all know ageing is inevitable – but that doesn’t stop most of us wanting to look and feeling younger. But while there’s no mythical fountain of youth to bathe in, there are ways to slow down how ageing makes us look and feel, promises Dr Ian K Smith. In the Ha

The Irish-Norwegian broadcaster and women’s health advocate chats to Lauren Taylor about travelling in mid and late life. Mariella Frostrup (Mariella Frostrup/PA) Mariella Frostrup is sick of “the terrible idea that you end up post-50 and don’t have an interest or an appetite for more” in life. The 63-year-old broadcaster, author and campaigner – perhaps best known for being a menopause advocate – says it couldn’t be further from the truth for people in her age group and olde

From Portugal and Spain to the Carribbean and Australia, head near or far for a health-focussed holiday. These fitness retreats are sure to blow the festive cobwebs away (Alamy/PA) If you always seem to return from holidays feeling sluggish and tired after overindulging and under-moving, a trip that puts fitness at the forefront might be on your agenda in the New Year. From packing fitness classes into your daily holiday schedule or doing a marathon mid-trip, to cycling off-r

Why aiming for moderation can benefit your body and soul over the festive break. Here’s how to enjoy all those Christmas invitations without overdoing it and feeling rotten the next day (Alamy/PA) Hitting the booze and festive food hard is often as much a part of Christmas as awkward work dos and Rudolf. But it doesn’t have to be that way. You can enjoy December without a perpetual hangover and a tin of Quality Street constantly on the go – you might even have a better time.

From breast and bowel screening to vaccinations, stay on top of these health checks. Get your all check-ups done and dusted (Alamy/PA) As December rapidly approaches, now could be the perfect time to tackle any lingering health admin that you may have been putting off before the Christmas festivities officially commence. Taking care of our health becomes even more essential as we grow older, so staying proactive is key. “While genetics play a role, advancing years, environmen

If you’re looking for inspiration this Movember, here are the famous people to look to. Jacob Elordi makes it into the top eight best moustaches (Alamy/PA) Once written off as a relic of the 1970s, the moustache is staging a confident return, fuelled by a new generation of style-savvy men reclaiming the upper lip. From Jacob Elordi to Timothée Chalamet, celebrities are starting to sport this contentious facial hair more and more on the red carpet. But getting a moustache righ

Holland & Barrett, the UK’s leading health and wellness retailer, has opened the doors to a brand-new, larger store in Swansea’s Quadrant...

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After she found a benign breast lump, the TV presenter tells Lisa Salmon she makes sure breast checking is a regular conversation with...

Here are some simple tips on how you can incorporate more movement into your daily routine. From parking further away to catching up with...

Staying hydrated, keeping legs elevated and wearing comfortable shoes are all key to dealing with uncomfortable swelling this summer, say...

Whether you’re dreaming of Centre Court or just fancy a fun new way to stay active, tennis and padel are the perfect match. And the best...

Doctors reveal what you should be doing to reverse your biological age. Longevity doctors reveal how to really lower your biological age...

From breathing more effectively to getting morning sunlight, keep it simple this summer. Often, the best practices are the most simple...

Navigating menopause can be a challenging time, but the right supplements makes all the difference. At Together Health, they believe in...

A new Covid-19 sub-variant has caught the attention of scientists and health officials. A new Covid-19 sub-variant has emerged (Alamy/PA)...

A hidden gem in Cardiff Bay, Pilates in Class Cardiff  is redefining fitness for women - one Reformer class at a time. (Pilates in Class...

At the end of January, Mr Roy Clark, 67, a semi-retired roofer and keen skier, originally from the North East, was the first person in...