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intermittent fasting for beginners

Intermittent fasting for beginners: Expert tips on how to get started

By Lou Mudge published

Reference New to intermittent fasting? We break down everything you should know before starting an intermittent fasting routine

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Black man with facial hair in a pub.

Why do men have facial hair but women don't?

By Stephanie Pappas published

Do you sport a Fu Manchu? Muttonchops? A soul patch? If so, you can chalk your ability to grow facial hair up to your hormones.

oat milk

Oat milk: nutrition facts and health benefits

By Anna Gora published

reference A complete guide to oat milk nutrition and how this plant-based drink stacks up against other milk alternatives

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woman suffering with hay fever

Hay fever & seasonal allergies: symptoms, causes & treatment

By Lou Mudge published

We explore the causes of hay fever and why you might be feeling under the weather

Abortion rights demonstrators gather near the Washington Monument during a nationwide rally in support of abortion rights in Washington, D.C., on May 14, 2022.

What is an abortion?

By Kimberly Hickok published

An abortion is the early termination of a pregnancy, which can happen spontaneously, as in the case of a miscarriage, or by medical or surgical means.

Blue Apron review

Blue Apron review

By Lizzy Briskin published

review We tested the Blue Apron meal delivery kit to see how the service and meals stacked up against the competition

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Woman holding bottle of wine rubbing her forehead

Can you be intolerant to alcohol?

By Maddy Biddulph published

Reference Is it possible to be intolerant to alcohol? We speak to an expert about the symptoms, causes and treatment of alcohol intolerance

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A father sitting on a couch feeds his baby a bottle filled with milk or formula.

Why can't babies drink cow's milk?

By Donavyn Coffey published

Milk isn't the same across species. Here's the science of why babies shouldn't drink cow's milk until they're older.

This electron microscope image shows virus particles of the monkeypox virus taken from human skin in 2003.

Monkeypox outbreaks tied to sex at 2 raves in Europe

By Jeanna Bryner published

The current outbreaks of the monkeypox virus in Europe and North America might have originated and spread through sex at two raves in Spain and Belgium.

A photo of healthy fats, including oily fish, avocados and olive oil

What is dietary fat?

By Lou Mudge published

Everything you need to know about dietary fat and why including it in your diet is important for good health

woman making herself a healthy snack

14 healthy snack ideas to keep you feeling full

By Joanne Lewsley published

Try these healthy snack ideas to boost your energy levels whilst keeping your nutrition in check

foods that boost the immune system

Which foods boost the immune system?

By Anna Gora published

reference Can certain foods boost the immune system? We look at what to eat to prevent infections and stay well

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Pox viruses (shown here in this illustration) like monkeypox are oval-shaped with double-strand DNA.

Monkeypox outbreaks: Here's everything you need to know

By Tia Ghose, Jeanna Bryner published

Cases of the rare monkeypox virus are popping up in Europe and the United States. Here's what you need to know about the virus.

Monkeypox virus is DNA virus spread from animals and in the genus Orthopoxvirus.

Monkeypox cases double in UK, pop up in US

By Stephanie Pappas published

Monkeypox infections are appearing in Europe and North America, a rare occurrence for a disease endemic to west and central Africa.

bottom half of woman with toilet paper roll needs to pee

How much urine can a healthy bladder hold?

By Stephanie Pappas published

A healthy adult bladder can hold a fair amount of urine, but regularly holding it to the point of discomfort isn't a great idea.

Marley Spoon

Marley Spoon review

By Lizzy Briskin published

Review We reviewed the cook-it-yourself meal kit from Marley Spoon to see how it compared in terms of taste, ease and nutrition

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photo of baby in a crib sleeping on her back

No, scientists didn't discover the cause of SIDS. Here's what they did find.

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The results of the study were initially overstated on social media.

A martini glass with a clear drink and olive in it.

What is vodka?

By Michael Dhar, Tia Ghose published

To produce vodka, you must first ferment a foodstuff that contains sugar or starch, then distill the product to increase its alcohol content. But what is vodka made from?

woman swimming

What science says about veganism for athletes

By Anna Gora published

Reference ‘Weak like a vegan’? What evidence says about veganism for athletes may surprise you

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Woman holding clock and salad to symbolise intermittent fasting for women

Intermittent fasting for women: Is it safe?

By Lou Mudge published

Reference There are a few areas to consider when it comes to intermittent fasting for women. We spoke to a medical expert about how to approach it safely

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