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Do vegans have better brains and heart health than meat-eaters?
Nutrition New research sheds light on the benefits of the vegan diet
By Matt Evans •
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Walking for exercise: One big reason to up the pace
Fitness It’s the simplest form of exercise you can do, but power-walking for fitness has huge benefits
By Matt Evans •
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Three ways to power past a weight loss plateau
Weight loss Weight loss plateaus tend to happen between six months to a year after you start your fitness journey. Here's how to smash through
By Matt Evans •
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Can mindfulness and meditation actually make our mental health worse?
Mindfulness Studies show some people respond negatively to mindfulness and meditation. Is this something we can change?
By Matt Evans •
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Light weights can build muscle better than lifting heavy – Here's why
Fitness Why dropping the weight you're lifting might help you get stronger in the long term
By Matt Evans •
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Protein shakes: Why you should look out for too much sugar in your shakes
Nutrition Forget protein shakes full of artificial sugars: MyProtein's new Clear Whey Isolate brings out the low-cal tropical flavors for summer
By Matt Evans •
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Are sit-ups damaging your spine? Here's how to sculpt your abs safely
Fitness Sit-ups have been a staple of fitness programmes for many years, but research shows they could be harming your back
By Matt Evans •
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Weight loss: This bar snack lowers blood pressure and reduces cholesterol
Nutrition Pistachios have been found to have tons of weight loss benefits, including lowering your risk of heart disease
By Matt Evans •
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Is your mask actually spreading coronavirus?
Masks New research on 14 different types of mask shows which ones are most effective for stopping the spread of coronavirus
By Matt Evans •
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Drink tea to lose weight fast, get smarter and keep your bones healthy
Nutrition It's true! You can lose weight fast, fight cancer and a whole host of other benefits just by drinking more green tea
By Matt Evans •
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Juice detox diets: Why science doesn't back the popular health diet fad
Nutrition Scientific studies old and new have been busting the myths about juice cleanses and detox diets
By Matt Evans •
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How to stay healthy in a heatwave: Avoid heatstroke, dehydration and more
Health Experiencing a heatwave? Avoid running foul of these common hot-weather health problems
By Matt Evans •
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Are meat or plant-based proteins better to build muscle? Science weighs in
Nutrition A new study examines how to build muscle with both plant-based and animal proteins
By Matt Evans •
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Even five minute runs can still provide huge fitness benefits, according to experts
Fitness Only got a few minutes? Don't worry: science says short runs are still very good for your fitness
By Matt Evans •
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What are micronutrients and how can they help you lose weight?
Nutrition Micronutrients like vitamins and minerals are important in our diets, but how do they help us lose weight?
By Matt Evans •
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Does wearing masks in supermarkets make people shop healthier?
Nutrition Masks in supermarkets might have a strange psychological effect and trick you into eating healthier
By Matt Evans •
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Why push ups are a great measure of physical fitness and health
Fitness Push ups test more than strength: they're also a way to measure heart health and physical fitness
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How mindfulness training actually changes your brain chemistry
Mindfulness Mindfulness is a powerful tool because it changes the way you react to problems, according to new research
By Matt Evans •
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Can you lose belly fat with this weird fitness tech?
Fitness Ab stimulators, such as those plugged by soccer superstar Ronaldo, are big business. But can they help you lose belly fat?
By Matt Evans •
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Weight loss: Science has found the best equipment-free fat-burning exercise
Fitness It's the best no-kit exercise for weight loss, building muscle and developing co-ordination
By Matt Evans •
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Fitness news: Why you should exercise in a heatwave
Fitness With care and proper hydration, science says a summer heatwave can be really good for your fitness goals
By Matt Evans •
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Fitness trackers: Why you should SWITCH OFF your health and fitness apps (sometimes)
Mindfulness One new study showed the "gameification" of fitness tracker information was causing anxiety in young people
By Matt Evans •
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The exercise classes with the lowest COVID-19 risk, according to the experts
Fitness Yoga or dance? As fitness fans prepare to return to the gym, which classes are safe to sign up for?
By Matt Evans •
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Why switching up your workout is the key to long-term fitness success
Fitness Exercise science has found the key to sticking with your workout plan, and it's variety
By Matt Evans •
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Three reasons to buy a fitness tracker (and why they're great for weight loss)
Fitness Fitness trackers have never been better – or more affordable. Here's why you should take the leap and start tracking
By Matt Evans •
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Healthy eating: It takes THREE HOURS of walking to burn off the UK's favourite burger
Nutrition How long does it take to burn off a burger? New healthy eating research shows us the reality of fast food
By Matt Evans •
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Weight loss: Three health hacks to lose weight and keep it off long-term
Weight Loss Weight loss is hard to maintain for a lot of reasons, but we've got a few tips to help you stay the course
By Matt Evans •
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Healthy eating challenge: Could you get your 5-a-day, every day, for 30 days?
Nutrition Nutritionist & model Sarah Ann Macklin launches the Great British Veg Out, a healthy eating 30-day challenge
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Gyms: Just one in 10 people want to go back, according to research
Fitness Gyms are struggling to attract their old clientele, as new home workout habits and virus fears take hold
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