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Eating habits you should avoid if you want a good night’s sleep

Can't get to sleep? Perhaps it's because of what you consumed (or didn't consume) during the day. Check out a sleep doctor and nutritionist’s advice on eating to sleep better.
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I feel sick. How do I know if I have the flu, COVID, RSV or something else?

You wake with a sore throat and realise you are sick. Is this going to be a two-day or a two-week illness? Here’s how to tell the difference between these common infections.
4 things your eye colour might reveal about your health
Eyes

Your eyes may reveal a lot about your health

Could your eye colour be linked to your risk of certain medical conditions?
10 ways to sneak in meditation into your everyday life
Mental Health

10 ways to sneak in meditation into your everyday life

Health experts share their tips and tricks on how to sneak meditation into your daily life without going on a yoga retreat.
It’s 3am and you’re suddenly wide awake. Try these seven science-backed strategies to fall back to sleep fast.
Sleep

How to fall asleep without sleeping pills: 7 natural sleep aids that actually work

It’s 3am and you’re suddenly wide awake. Try these seven science-backed strategies to fall back to sleep fast.
12 things that happen to your body when you stop vaping
Smoking/Lung Cancer

12 things that happen to your body when you stop vaping

Vaping is addictive, making it hard for anyone who has started to now stop. Just know that the minute you kick the habit, your body will feel the difference, and the benefits start almost immediately.
Foods to avoid if you have acid reflux or digestion issues
Conditions, Diet & Weight Loss

Foods to avoid if you have acid reflux or digestion issues

Find out which foods may be causing your digestion problems and the foods that may improve it.
Conditions, Diet & Weight Loss, Tips/Advice

Is your diet giving you headaches?

How simple dietary tweaks could relieve your pain.
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How to do CPR: 7 essential steps of CPR everyone should know
HealthSmart, Heart/Blood Pressure, Survival

How to do CPR: 7 essential steps of CPR everyone should know

Doing CPR right away can double or even triple a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. Read this CPR guide now so you know what to do if someone is ever experiencing a life-threatening [...]
8 reasons everyone should know their blood type
HealthSmart, Heart/Blood Pressure, Tips/Advice

8 reasons everyone should know their blood type

You're not alone if you don't know your blood type, but that knowledge can help you better understand your risk for certain medical conditions.
5 signs of passive-aggressive behaviour
Mental Health, Relationships

5 signs of passive-aggressive behaviour

Experts detail the classic signs of passive-aggressive behaviour, and how to effectively deal with them.
10 hidden benefits of being a night owl
Sleep

10 hidden benefits of being a night owl

Here are ten ways that being a night owl can be a positive thing.
How to stop self-criticising and build yourself up instead
Mental Health

How to stop self-criticising and build yourself up instead

Negative self-talk isn't self-improvement – it's a form of self-harm. These tips from the experts will help you stop self-criticising and be more compassionate with yourself.
6 easy ways to revive tired eyes
Beauty, Eyes

6 easy ways to revive tired eyes

Need to know how to perk up eyes that always look tired? Here are some simple fixes to refresh your peepers – and you've likely got all of the ingredients you'll need at home.
13 things that could happen when you quit social media
Mental Health, Science/Technology, Thought-provoking

13 things that could happen when you quit social media

Social media is glorious fun and a colossal time-suck, not to mention pretty darn addictive. Here's what happens when you pull the plug, even for a short hiatus.
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