Biohacking is a term you may have come across on TikTok or other social media platforms, and it is essential just changing your body and improving your health through small changes in your diet and lifestyle. Did you know you can improve the different symptoms you experience during your menstrual cycle by altering your habits
GROSS super-close-up footage of blackhead extraction A recent TikTok trend sparked by Korean YouTubers involves applying Vaseline and cling film to your nose to remove blackheads. We’re all desperate to extract these pesky blemishes, but will the popular lip balm really do the trick? Express.co.uk chatted to Eva Nydal Abildgaard, technical product researcher at health and beauty
Pharmacist explains how paracetamol and ibuprofen work Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter painkiller that can be taken for a host of complaints, including back pain, period pain, toothache. It also treats inflammation such as strains and sprains, and pain from arthritis. Taking ibuprofen is safe for most people but taking too much can cause serious side
Holly Willoughby cries following emotional This Morning segment Snuggled next to little Chester, six, Holly poses for photo while reading the book Conker the Chameleon – a book her dear friend has published, one who she shares a lot in common with. Having gone to the same school and having lived together, Holly and her
Male infertility: Doctor discusses likely causes Rhod Gilbert’s comedic talents have made him a mainstay of British television shows. The comedian displayed an uncharacteristically solemn side to his personality this morning on ITV’s Lorraine. The TV favourite revealed his personal motivations for fronting a new documentary about male fertility. “I have never spoken to anyone
Martin Daubney suggests a ‘vegan tax’ as they ‘live longer’ GP Dr Tim Lebens highlighted how you can extend your lifespan by making a few, simple tweaks to your diet. First, Lebens addressed the obesity crisis here in the UK – giving tips on how you can shed the excess weight. “Obesity [is] responsible for
Vaccine: Virologist on body’s ‘response’ to overnight jab Dr Chris Smith has told Britons that getting coronavirus in the early hours may result in people not “responding well” to the jab as he warned that the health authorities must proceed “very carefully” before launching a 24-hour vaccination service. Government sources this morning said extended hours
Davina McCall discusses menopause symptoms on Loose Women Peri-menopause occurs when the woman’s ovaries gradually produce less of the hormone oestrogen. It’s during this time troublesome signs of the condition can emerge and persist after the transitional period. The difference between peri-menopause and menopause WebMD defined peri-menopause as the moment ovaries begin to produce less
Eczema: NHS GP explains symptoms of skin condition Sometimes, people who have the chronic, inflammatory skin condition can have dry, scaly and painful patches of skin on their body. Eczema really can be an unpleasant health condition, but all hope isn’t lost. “Over 80 percent of eczema sufferers have higher than normal antibodies in their
Rebel Wilson discusses her decision to lose weight in 2020 Weight loss requires determination and willpower but it isn’t rocket science. There are a few things that will help those extra pounds fall off in no time. Express.co.uk chatted to senior GP and UK medical director at Liva Healthcare Dr Roger Henderson to find out how you
This Morning: Type 2 diabetes can be 'devastating' says expert A practising clinician at The Princess Grace Hospital (part of HCA UK), Dr Karra can share her insight on the common health condition type 2 diabetes. Here, she reveals what causes it, the worst foods you can eat and how to prevent dangerous complications. What
Loose Women: Dr Hilary discusses how to live longer The health benefits associated with regular exercise are fairly established but research continues to build on our foundational knowledge. Encouragingly, even straight-forward, relatively low-intensity exercise yields considerable benefit. Namely, walking has been associated with a host of health benefits that can contribute to longevity. Evidence suggests
Diabetes type 2: Dr Zoe Williams discusses high blood sugar risks Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition characterised by unstable blood sugar levels. We get blood sugar from the food we eat and it supplies our body with energy. However – the substance must be kept within a healthy range – if it is
The Beatles: Paul McCartney says John Lennon split the group With advances in mental health support, there are more options nowadays than when The Beatles were at the height of their success in the 1960s. Sir Paul McCartney said the group would “hide” from their troubles. The 78-year-old Liverpudlian admitted the Big Four – George
This Morning: Dr Chris discusses rise in heart disease deaths A racing heartbeat can be overwhelming and scary, especially if this isn’t a normal sensation for you. If your heart is beating really fast, you may need to get it checked out. Express.co.uk chatted to Dr Manav Bhushan, Co Founder of Fourth Frontier to find out what
This Morning: Type 2 diabetes can be 'devastating' says expert There are seven warning signs of type 2 diabetes – all of which are considered common symptoms of the condition by health professionals. What are they? The NHS explained the body tries to get rid of excess glucose in your system via urine. PolyuriaHigh blood
Coronavirus will ‘thrive in winter’ says doctor It would be premature to announce the end of a pandemic that has disrupted our lives this past year but there are optimistic signs in the air. The main cause of optimism is the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine that has already been deployed in the UK. Our advanced understanding of
Vaccine: Dr Chris Smith says ‘all medicines have a side effect’ The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine has started to be rolled out across the UK this week. According to the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), there have been two reports of anaphylaxis and one report of a possible allergic reaction since vaccines started being administered
We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. Most of us have Vitamin D deficiency at the moment. Vitamin D deficiency can cause fatigue, bone pain, weakness, and depression. One way to combat this is by taking Vitamin D supplements,
We will use your email address only for sending you newsletters. Please see our Privacy Notice for details of your data protection rights. Recovery from an anxiety disorder is possible, but this only works if you realise you have an issue. Here are the signs of the mental health condition. The charity Rethink Mental Illness
