English

Wellbeing

wellbeing

Why viewing masterpieces in a gallery is good for your health

ADVERTISEMENT

Health news

How the body clock affects heart health, and 5 ways to optimise it

wellbeing

Flu season is coming for Europe. How bad could it be this year?

wellbeing

Does the October clock change really affect your health?

Europe in Motion

Amid severe mental health strains, how are EU countries responding?

wellbeing

How many steps are enough to boost seniors’ heart health? Under 10,000

wellbeing

Walking backward comes with extra health benefits. Here's how

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

wellbeing

This mental health clinic helps Ukrainians build a new life

The physical effects of Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine are evident. But what about the mental scars?

wellbeing

How parents can cut down on kids’ screen time in a healthy way

As lawmakers weigh social media limits and phone bans in schools, parents can help their children lead healthier digital lives on their own.

wellbeing

Doctors advise against taping your mouth shut at night to stop snoring

Mouth breathing in adults is not a major health problem, but it is better to breathe through your nose, experts say.

wellbeing

More than 1 million social prescribing referrals per year in England

England’s social prescribing programme, which prioritises nature, art, sport, and community, has blown past official targets, with more than one million referrals per year, a new study found.

ADVERTISEMENT

wellbeing

This Spanish woman lived to 117. Scientists may have discovered why

Researchers said the supercentenarian’s longevity shows how old age and disease can ‘become decoupled’ at times.

wellbeing

Starting small: How to kick-start a healthier lifestyle

Experts advise defining what wellness means to you and then setting achievable daily goals.

wellbeing

How an over-the-counter vitamin could protect against skin cancer

Patients with a history of skin cancer saw the biggest benefit from taking the supplement.

wellbeing

What dermatologists wish you knew about trendy skin care routines

Dermatologists have a clear message: Keep it simple and sometimes leave it to the cows.

wellbeing

The Sunday Scaries: Why the end of the weekend feels so hard

Strategies such as protecting Sundays with intentional plans, setting work-life boundaries, and small routines like preparing clothes or lunches can help ease the dread.

wellbeing

Japan sees record number of centenarians, and most are women

The vast majority of Japan’s centenarians are women.

wellbeing

Loneliness linked to worse health and higher medical costs, study says

Four in 10 Britons said they were lonely at least sometimes in a new survey tracking the health costs associated with loneliness.

wellbeing

'Text neck': Are smartphones causing more harm than we think?

Text neck describes the forward-tilted posture people adopt while using phones or tablets, which can place extra strain on the neck. But is this a real medical condition - or just a modern health scare?

Nutrition

Inside Berlin’s ‘Monk’ garden that grows edible and medicinal plants

The ‘Monk Garden’ organises long table dinners prepared by a fine dining chef, workshops and seminars where people can try and learn about edible and medicinal plants.

wellbeing

What to know about summer colds and the COVID variant called stratus

COVID-19 is trending up in much of Europe this summer.

wellbeing

Want to keep your brain sharp in old age? Helping others could be key

Helping people in both organised and informal ways could boost older adults’ brain health, the study found.

wellbeing

Americans are rethinking alcohol amid concerns over health risks

A new survey found that 54 per cent of US adults drink alcohol, the lowest point in the past three decades.

wellbeing

As social prescribing gains traction, can nature, art, and sport heal?

From forest walks to painting classes, doctors are prescribing non-medical treatments for better health.

wellbeing

How to handle ‘purpose anxiety' over the search for life's meaning

The term “purpose anxiety” has been used to describe the gnawing sense that our lives should have an overarching purpose, but not knowing how to discover it.

Tech News

ChatGPT adds mental health safeguards amid concerns over ‘delusions’

OpenAI says it is redesigning its AI chatbot to better detect signs of mental or emotional distress.

wellbeing

How do mineral and chemical sunscreens affect our health?

Mineral and chemical sunscreens work differently, but both are considered safe when used correctly.

Load more

wellbeing

Is the Japanese walking trend backed by science?

"Japanese walking" is blowing up online – but what is it and does the science back it up? Spoiler: it does.

wellbeing

What the science says about dying of a broken heart

People with the most intense, longest-lasting grief were significantly more likely to die within a decade of a loved one’s death, a new study finds.

wellbeing

Four-day work weeks can decrease employee burnout, pilot shows

Six months after starting a four-day work week experiment, workers reported better physical and mental health and less burnout.

wellbeing

When is it too hot to work?

With intense heatwaves in Europe, it’s important to understand the risks and symptoms of heat stress, and to know your rights as a worker.

Load more

wellbeing

Movement practice helps Parkinson’s patients in Brazil ease symptoms

Capoeira is considered both a martial art and a dance, combining ritual, exercise, spirituality, and music.

wellbeing

Where are you most likely to live to 100 and why?

There are about 630,000 people aged 100 or older worldwide, and the vast majority live in just 10 countries.

wellbeing

Teenage girls are the loneliest people worldwide, study finds

Men and women are about equally likely to say they are lonely, though teenage girls report higher loneliness levels than other groups, a new report found.

wellbeing

Here’s how to manage climate change anxiety

Climate psychologists and educators offer tips on how to combat climate change anxiety and turn distress into action.

Load more

wellbeing

Here's how to keep cool during heatwaves in Europe

Heatwaves pose a health risk for children, older people, and those with certain health conditions.

wellbeing

How expressing gratitude at home and work could transform your life

Proponents say expressing and receiving appreciation at work can help reduce stress, as well as improve your mood and outlook.

wellbeing

Want to live a long and happy life? Try trusting others, study says

People who tend to trust each other and institutions report higher levels of well-being, a new study has found.

wellbeing

Is 'brain rot' real? Brain experts weigh in on the impact of screens

Is the overconsumption of "trivial or unchallenging" content online or on social media platforms causing our brains to deteriorate?

Load more

Work

The Danish island that lets students shed stress and study in nature

The "Youth Island" is a 30-minute boat ride from Copenhagen and offers a retreat for students who are struggling to disconnect from distractions in the city.

wellbeing

Where in Europe do teens have the best and worst mental health?

In the 37 European countries included in a new study, boys are more likely than girls to report good mental health.

wellbeing

Which plants are the worst for hayfever sufferers?

Pollen is essential to human life, but that doesn't make allergy season more bearable. This is what you should have in your garden if you suffer from hayfever.

wellbeing

Beware Dr Google: How to use the Internet wisely to get medical advice

Doctors say Internet searches for medical information should be undertaken with caution. Here's guidance on what to look out for when you do turn to Google.

Load more

wellbeing

Where in the world are people flourishing in all aspects of life?

The survey also found that across the globe, young people are not doing as well as expected.

wellbeing

In Belgium, being in nature is becoming an antidote to stressful times

Belgians are discovering that a forest carpeted in bluebells could be the ideal tonic for some people's mental health and well-being.

wellbeing

Where in the world are people loneliest and does age matter?

Countries differed on how much lonelier older people were compared with those in midlife, a new study has found.

wellbeing

Top tips to help your teenager ditch tech and get better sleep

Experts recommend trying a tech-free bedtime routine and making sure teens know the consequences of poor sleep.

Load more

wellbeing

Do these latest viral TikTok weight loss trends really work?

Misleading claims about weight loss trends have been dominating social media, with millions of users sharing and trying recipes that promise quick results.

wellbeing

Which country is home to Europe's heaviest drinkers?

Alcohol consumption in the EU has declined by 0.5 litres between 2010 and 2020. Bucking the trend, several countries have increased their consumption.

wellbeing

Why rich Americans only live as long as poor people in western Europe

The survival rate for wealthy Americans was on par with the poorest people in northern and western Europe, and with eastern Europeans overall.

wellbeing

'Wellness rooms': What are these self-care spaces popping up in homes?

It started with converting rooms for new purposes during COVID. Now some designers say that people are looking for "wellness rooms" in their homes.

Load more

Most read

1

2

3

4

5

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT