If you work in an office, the chances are there are some colleagues you would rather sit next to than others. But we’re not just talking personality likes or dislikes here – what can also be a factor is how clean they keep their desk.

People with depression have low blood levels of a substance called acetyl-L-carnitine, according to a new study.

“Just how old do you think my dog is in dog years?” is a question I hear on a regular basis.

Alcohol is a depressant, a diuretic, and a disinfectant. These generally aren’t pleasant attributes, but people have been drinking alcohol for thousands of years...

Keeping your power in every decision is necessary for your growth and for making better, clearer choices. Trusting yourself when you’re stressed out can feel overwhelming and scary.

Veganism, the plant-based diet which shuns meat and dairy, is having its time in the sun. Since 2008, there has been a 350% increase in the number of self-described vegans in the UK alone. Where this motivation stems from is varied, but includes concerns about animal welfare, worries about the environment and religious reasons.

A diet developed in the 1920s to treat children with epilepsy is suddenly all the rage. The ketogenic diet, or “keto diet”, has reportedly been endorsed by celebrities and even athletes are giving it a go.

Red meat is an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients such as iron, zinc, vitamin B12 and omega-3 fats, which are are linked to heart and brain health. But while a small quantity of lean meat may be good for us, too much red or processed meat can increase our risk of some cancers.

The level of sugar in an individual’s blood—especially in individuals who are considered healthy—fluctuates more than traditional means of monitoring, like the one-and-done finger-prick method, would have us believe, according to a new study.

Could the poop of some cancer patients hold the key to treating certain cancers in all people?

Studies indicate spending time in nature brings physical, mental and social benefits. These include stress reduction, improved mood, accelerated healing, attention restoration, productivity and heightened imagination and creativity.

Faulty or unflued gas heaters can leak carbon monoxide, which is potentially fatal in high concentrations

But it seems that 40% of dogs in Australia are not walked enough and that a similar percentage of dogs are overweight or obese.

New research identifies the neural link between depression and sleep problems.

The abortion debate is at the center of U.S. political dialogue. As of June 2018, 49 percent of Americans consider themselves pro-choice, while 45 percent consider themselves pro-life.

There are a few tricks that architects use to make spaces appear bigger – and you can use them too.

Family and friends have an important role to play in detecting suicide risk and supporting the person.

Millions of Americans are sleep-deprived, but stressing over it won’t help.

Sugar improves memory in older adults—and makes them more motivated to perform difficult tasks at full capacity—according to new research.

Alarming stories about the diabetes epidemic that threatens millions of lives – and the NHS itself – have become commonplace, and with good reason.