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The A to K of vitamins: what you need and where to get it
When "superfoods” are relentlessly marketed for their supposed ability to deliver all the nutrients we need, it’s worth asking: which vitamins really are essential?
Dangerous dreams: Inside internet’s ‘sleepmaxxing’ craze
Experts raise alarm about some trending activities and products purported to optimise sleep quality
Sun advice from a skin cancer expert
Despite an awareness of the dangers of the sun, harmful habits and ideas are still rife says Elaine McWhirter. Are you looking after yourself and your family?
Fenugreek for cholesterol? The research behind ancient remedies
A few lesser-known herbs and spices are gaining attention for their potential health benefits. Dipa Kamdar lists their properties but advices to use them with caution
Obesity care: why “eat less, move more” advice is failing
Framing obesity as a lifestyle issue that can be tackled by emphasising personal responsibility ignores the bigger picture. We look at the UK data to see what we can learn here in Malta
‘The chatbot will see you now’ − is AI therapy any good?
Can chatbots really improve mental health? Could a string of code really help calm a storm of emotions? There is growing evidence that it might
Walking 7,000 steps a day a huge boost to health
Lancet study finds that you don't need to hit 10,000 steps a day to get major health benefits
Do women really need more sleep than men? A sleep psychologist explains
Women’s sleep is shaped by a complex mix of biological, psychological and social factors, says Amelia Scott
MaltaHip Project: what’s next?
What is the MaltaHip Project and how will the team from the University of Malta be changing the lives of millions of people with joint-related issues?
Even one day off alcohol makes a difference
This timeline maps the many health benefits you'll discover when you stop drinking and gives tips on how to stop or cut down