Health

There’s a romanticized idea of escaping to the wilderness – living self-sufficiently, stripped of modern distractions, surrounded by nature’s symphony. But for one former soldier, 15 days in a remote forest clearing revealed a harsher truth: Survival isn’t just about skills or gear – it’s about endurance, adaptability and confronting the…
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Leeks (Allium porrum), often described as a milder, sweeter cousin of onions, are a versatile and nutrient-dense vegetable with a rich history. Prized for their delicate flavour and health benefits, leeks have been a staple in European cuisine for centuries and are now gaining recognition in modern wellness circles. Packed with essential…
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For nearly half of the world’s population, the morning begins not with sunlight or a stretch, but with a violent negotiation: the shrill blare of an alarm, a groggy swipe at the snooze button and a desperate bid for “just five more minutes.” Yet new research reveals this seemingly harmless habit is far from benign. A global study…
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If you’re one of the millions of people struggling with thinning hair or baldness, you’ve likely been told that prescription drugs like finasteride are your only hope. But what if there were safer, natural alternatives that actually work – without the terrifying side effects? New research confirms that saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil…
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Pine nuts (genus Pinus), the small, creamy seeds of pine trees, have been prized for millennia due to their delicate flavour and impressive nutritional profile. These tiny powerhouses offer a rich supply of healthy fats, protein, vitamins and minerals, making them a staple in both traditional diets and contemporary health-conscious…
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The UK government has decided to add folic acid, also known as vitamin B9, to non-wholemeal wheat flour to help prevent life-threatening spinal conditions in babies. The decision follows a public consultation and is expected to prevent around 200 neural tube defects each year. The addition of folic acid to flour is already practised in…
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A groundbreaking study led by Japanese researchers has uncovered vitamin C’s profound ability to rejuvenate aging skin at the genetic level. The research, published in The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, demonstrates that vitamin C revitalizes key genes responsible for skin cell growth, thickening the epidermis and potentially…
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A new study reveals that children who grow up near parks and green spaces develop stronger, more resilient brains – particularly in areas tied to learning, focus and emotional control. Researchers from King's College London analysed brain scans of over 7,000 children in the U.S. and found that exposure to nature may be just as critical to…
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The corporate wellness industry – backed by Big Pharma and complicit government health agencies – has long pushed the arbitrary 10,000-step daily goal as the gold standard for healthy living. But a groundbreaking new study from the University of Sydney exposes this as yet another profit-driven deception. The research, published in…
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In a world grappling with the rising tide of lifestyle-related diseases, a compelling narrative is emerging from the pages of Ruth Adams' groundbreaking book originally published in 1976: Eating in Eden: The Nutritional Superiority of Primitive Foods. This insightful work delves into the dietary habits of our ancestors, challenging modern…
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