Health & Wellbeing

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Health

Is it a cold or hay fever? The pollen season has started early this year

Tree pollen levels are already high, so your spring sniffles may not be a cold but hay fever.

Walking

Our 10 best spring walks for wildflowers and views

Put a spring in your step with some of the best places to walk in the UK this season.

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Healthy eating

5 of the best herbs for older people

Joint care, heart health and immunity: 5 herbs that could make a difference to your health, and whether they are right for you.

Health

How much water should you drink with wine?

Dr Mark Porter explains how to counteract dehydration when drinking wine.

Wellbeing

How a morning routine can energise your day

Wake up and get going with our energy-boosting tips.

Health

Elevated blood pressure: what is it and what should we do about it?

It's not high blood pressure, but a new category called elevated blood pressure - what is it and should we be treating it?

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Sleep

7 foods to help you sleep

If you have trouble dropping off, changing what's on the menu might help.

Brain health

Dementia and Alzheimers: your questions answered by one of the UK's leading experts

Co-chair of the UK Dementia Goals Programme, Prof Nadeem Sarwar, answers your questions about dementia diagnosis, prevention and treatments.

Gardening

How to get fit with just 30 minutes in your garden

Gardening workouts are easily accessible, free and benefit your body and your blooms at the same time.

Home energy

Warm wearables: how to stay toasty without putting the heating on

Heated gilets, insoles, gloves and throws can keep you cosy and save you money, wherever you go.

Walking

What is brisk walking and do you really need to go fast?

It can add years to your life – we explain how fast you really need to go.

Running

What is road running? The sport with miles of possibilities

Not sure what road running is or whether it’s for you? Our experts have the answers.

Swimming

12 reasons why swimming is good for you

We tell you why swimming is a great form of exercise for almost everyone.

Health

Why you should be worried about flu – and what you can do about it

Flu cases are surging: find out why it’s a problem and how you can protect yourself.

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