Browsing Tag
Health & Wellbeing
139 posts
Why we still need Pride in Gozo
Pride — in Malta, Gozo and around the world — is not just a celebration; it is a reminder that people still face discrimination, bullying, hate speech, and violence because of who they are
From arthritis to nausea: five ways ginger could benefit your health
Ginger does more than spice up your stir-fry. Research shows it may ease nausea, reduce inflammation and even support heart health
Can air conditioning really make you sick?
A microbiologist explains why there is a risk of irritated respiratory systems, airborne infections, sick buildings and more
Ghosted by a friend? 4 expert tips on how to handle the hurt
What happens when you’ve been ghosted by someone you’ve known for years – perhaps by childhood best friend, or even by a parent or a child
How germy is a public pool?
An infectious disease expert weighs in on poop, pee and perspiration – and the deceptive smell of chlorine
Will my boobs sag if I don’t wear a bra?
Can an underwire injure your boobs? Does sleeping in a bra stop your boobs growing? and other common questions about breasts and bras
5 ways to beat post Santa Marija week blues
Dreading the Mondayest of Mondays?
What is all this fuss about Kombucha?
Melanie Caruana dives into the local scene to discover why people, from Millie Bobbie Brown to Malta's The Good Witch, are drinking live bacteria
Five things I wish everyone knew about weight loss
Rachel Woods, an expert in nutrition who doesn't like seeing people blamed for their body size, explains why it can be hard to maintain a healthy weight
Is sleeping a lot actually bad for your health?
If you sleep too much it can be hard not to feel confused and worried. But how much sleep do we need? Sleep scientist Charlotte Gupta unpacks the evidence