New research shows offering a variety of vegetables is key to getting kids to eat them.
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What does your walk say about your health?
Scientists used data from a long running study to see if ‘gait speed’ was linked to poorer health outcomes, an older appearance and an ageing brain. This is what they found.
Consequences of weight stigma for men
Men who have experienced some level of body weight stigma are more likely to be faced with depressive symptoms, to binge eat, and to rate their health as poorer.
Competition key when it comes to increasing exercise
A new study shows that people who were competing against one another did more exercise and formed better exercise habits than people who worked together.
Happy-go-lucky optimists may have better heart health
Medical researchers have a longstanding interest in mindset, and not just as it relates to mental health, it seems that happy-go-lucky optimists may have better heart health.
Healthy gums may lead to a healthy heart
More evidence that severe gum disease, or periodontitis, may be linked to high blood pressure.
Researchers analyse trials on Vitamin D and heart health
A huge analysis of vitamin D supplementation shows that taking Vitamin D supplements aren’t linked to reduced risk of heart attack and stroke.
Will a sugar-tax decrease our sugar consumption?
Research looks at whether tweaks to your environment ultimately reduce sugary drink consumption.
Are dog owners more physically active?
The research is in! Having a canine companion improves your health, fitness and can even lead to a longer life.
Is life purpose linked to mortality?
Could volunteering, wellbeing therapy and meditation increase your life span? This study says I can.