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This is what your sleep position reveals about your personality

Ever wondered what your favourite sleep position says about your personality? How about your health? Here's what experts have to say about the best ways to rest – and what your style says about you.
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Sleep

11 tricks for taking a nap that energises you

Sit back, relax and nap. You'll return to your day approximately 54% more alert.
16 signs your heart palpitations could be something way worse
HealthSmart, Heart/Blood Pressure

16 signs your heart palpitations could be something way worse

Usually, heart palpitations are no cause for concern – but in the presence of these other symptoms and scenarios, they signal serious trouble
5 ways stress-eating impacts your gut health, mood, and more, say eating psychology specialists
Diet & Weight Loss, Mental Health

5 ways stress-eating impacts you, say eating psychology specialists

Indulging in a massive comfort food session might feel like a relaxing outlet in the moment... but stress-eating leads to more unwanted effects than you've maybe even thought of. Experts reveal [...]
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10 activities to help you connect with your loved one with dementia

When a loved one's memory fades, the time you spend together today can be powerful for both your hearts and minds.
These are the statin side effects you should know about
HealthSmart, Heart/Blood Pressure

These are the statin side effects you should know about

Statins are one of the most widely prescribed and effective types of cholesterol-lowering medication. They also have a few potential side effects.
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HealthSmart, Osteoarthritis

12 best yoga poses to strengthen bones

A rehabilitation doctor and yogi of 50 years says your yoga practise is doing way more than centring your mind and opening your joints.
Mental Health, Relationships

How to overcome social anxiety when being around people stresses you out

These simple strategies will help you get through any social situation, whether it's a best friend's birthday party or your next family gathering.
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This is what happens to your body when you don’t get enough sleep
HealthSmart, Sleep

This is what happens to your body when you don’t get enough sleep

Getting enough sleep may not be a high priority for some in a busy modern world, but the health consequences of sleep deprivation are real.
Cancer, HealthSmart

Experts say these strategies can help prevent breast cancer

Research suggests some cases of breast cancer are linked to factors within our control. Here's how you can take preventative action today.
Covid-19 breathing exercises for recovery (and prevention): Respiratory therapists’ step-by-step process
Conditions, HealthSmart

Covid-19 breathing exercises for recovery (and prevention): Respiratory therapists’ step-by-step process

Some research has found that breathing exercises can be one of the most effective ways to help your lungs recover from Covid-19 – as well as one possible way to stay in optimal health if you're [...]
Heart/Blood Pressure

Cardiologists just cleared up 7 common – but inaccurate – beliefs about heart disease

No matter your age or perceived risk factors, you'll want to get up to speed on the latest wisdom, straight from leading doctors, to enlighten you in managing your heart disease risk.
9 best vitamins for sleep
Sleep

9 best vitamins for sleep

Sometimes vitamin deficiencies can be a root cause of sleep disruption. That means that one or more of these nutrients may be all that's standing between you and restorative rest.
45 things heart doctors do to protect their own hearts
Heart/Blood Pressure

45 things heart doctors do to protect their own hearts

Here are the heart health habits cardiologists follow to prevent heart problems for life.
13 arthritis home remedies even doctors strongly recommend
Conditions, HealthSmart

13 arthritis home remedies even doctors strongly recommend

You have a one in two chance of getting arthritis in your lifetime. Here are some doctor-approved ways to manage.
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