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What causes lower back and hip pain?
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What causes lower back and hip pain?

Lower back and hip pain can occur together due to various causes, from arthritis to pinched nerves. Figure out what happened – and find relief – with this expert info.
8 health problems you can totally blame on your thyroid
HealthSmart, Thyroid

8 health problems you can totally blame on your thyroid

A thyroid that is overactive (hyperthyroidism), underactive (hypothyroidism), or has developed structural issues (a nodule or tumour) could be the culprit behind a surprising range of symptoms.
18 resilience quotes to help you overcome adversity
Mental Health, Thought-provoking,Inspirational

18 resilience quotes to help you overcome adversity

Resilience isn't something you're born with. It's a learned skill that can benefit you in every area of your life. Get inspired with these resilience quotes.
Sleep

Top tips for a better night’s sleep

If you are not sleeping between 7-9 hours per night and enjoying deep REM sleep, then you are at risk of having low energy levels and poor concentration, as well as contributing towards later [...]
8 clear signs you’re not sleeping deeply enough
HealthSmart, Sleep

8 clear signs you’re not sleeping deeply enough

You know if you haven’t gotten enough sleep – but quality matters, too.
The 9 best ways to control anger
Culture, Mental Health

The 9 best ways to control anger

Did you know that angry people are far more likely to have a heart attack? Learn how to control your anger with these tips.
13 easy phrases that will help you set healthy boundaries Maintaining a healthy emotional space is crucial for your mental well-being. These phrases will help you set Boundaries with your partner, friends, colleagues, and even strangers.
Culture, Mental Health

13 easy phrases that will help you set healthy boundaries

Maintaining a healthy emotional space is crucial for your mental well-being. These phrases will help you set boundaries with your partner, friends, colleagues and even strangers.
8 chest pains you might mistake for a heart attack
HealthSmart, Heart/Blood Pressure

8 chest pains you might mistake for a heart attack

Identify the other causes of chest pain, from heartburn to pneumonia, to determine whether you're having a real or fake heart attack.
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9 signs toxic productivity is impacting your life
Culture, Mental Health, Work

9 signs toxic productivity is impacting your life

Trying to be productive in all areas of your life can hurt you mentally and physically. Here's how to tell if you're stuck in this vicious cycle and what you can do now to stop it.
The 18 funniest things people have ever said – while they were sleeping
Culture, Humour, Sleep

The 18 funniest things people have ever said – while they were sleeping

"Mother! Fetch me my cape!"
15 things to start doing at 50 that’ll save your brain at 80
HealthSmart, Mental Health

15 things to start doing at 50 that’ll save your brain at 80

It's never too early – or too late – to safeguard your mind against age-related decline. Here's what you can start doing today.
Here’s how to fall back asleep after waking up in the middle of the night
Sleep

Here’s how to fall back asleep after waking up in the middle of the night

It's the middle of the night and suddenly, you're wide awake, unable to go back to sleep. Try these tricks from people who managed to conquer their middle-of-the-night sleeplessness.
15 things no one tells you about Alzheimer’s disease
Conditions, Mental Health

15 things no one tells you about Alzheimer’s disease

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease can be both challenging and rewarding. Here's what caregivers and other people need to know about this memory-robbing condition.
Are you an avoider? Recognising – and overcoming – avoidance behaviour
Mental Health

Are you an avoider? Recognising – and overcoming – avoidance behaviour

We'd all rather sit home some nights – but when you do it all the time you may be indulging in avoidance behaviour. Here's how to recognise it, and ways to overcome this unhealthy coping mechanism.
7 sneaky signs you need reading glasses
Eyes

7 sneaky signs you need reading glasses

The most obvious symptom that you need reading glasses is blurry vision, but here are other surprising clues you might be overlooking.
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Mental Health

6 Science-Backed Ways to Recover from a Bad Day

Having one of those days? Discover six science-backed ways to recover from a bad day, from reframing your thoughts and moving your body to breathing techniques that calm stress fast.
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How To Keep White Shoes Actually White

White shoes look immaculate for about a fortnight. Here is how to clean leather, canvas and mesh properly, what to avoid, and how to keep them white for longer.
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