Some health advice takes root despite being false – even among academics and scientists.
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OpenAI’s new dedicated ‘health and wellness’ tool allows users to link medical records to chat. But it hasn’t been independently tested and will still make mistakes.
If you’ve just started running or your workout is more intense, you might have felt it. A dull, nagging ache down your shins after you exercise.
Many of us feel sluggish or less social when it’s colder. But seasonal affective disorder is more than just a slump.
If our body is moving, but our brain can’t work out why, this creates some internal confusion.
Depending on where you live, Ramadan can mean going 12 to 19 hours without eating or drinking anything.
Blanket screening Australians for skin cancer might lead to more diagnoses but not necessarily save more lives or be cost-effective.
If you feel like family dynamics overwhelm you, remember there are few things you can do to take a breath and reset.
It’s OK to say you feel awkward and acknowledge the challenges they’re facing. But there are practical things you can do too.
Thirst is one of the most basic biological drivers for drinking water. But there are other indicators which can also tell us we may need to drink more.
Some cat owners say ‘providing for the cat’ increases their feelings of enjoyment and sense of purpose.
Childbirth and ageing can cause pelvic organs to drop out of position. And while prolapse can cause women discomfort or embarrassment, it is common – and there are a range of non-surgical treatments.
It’s normal to wake up several times during the night, even if you don’t remember it. But feeling sleepy during the day could be a sign there’s something else going on.
Having a dog is linked to lower risk of dying over the long term. But there can be some downsides for physical and mental health.
Legend says Marie Antoinette’s hair turned white the night before she faced the guillotine. This is a myth – but some kinds of damage and stress can make your hair go grey prematurely.
Apps that track your menstrual cycle are part of a ‘femtech’ boom claiming to revolutionise women’s health. But many base predictions on an outdated idea of what’s normal.
Scraping or scrubbing will help prevent bacteria build-up and improve your breath. And knowing what a healthy tongue looks like can help you spot early signs of disease, including cancer.
Suspicion around monosodium glutamate persists. But there is no evidence MSG is harmful, and a sprinkle in your cooking may boost its flavour while reducing your sodium intake.
Sparkling water is more acidic than still water. But it’s a myth the bubbles damage your bones or impede digestion.
Taking your supplement at the right time of day and with certain foods can boost how your body absorbs the iron.
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Associate Professor of Science & Medicine, Bond University
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Professor, University of Technology Sydney
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Professor of Women's Public Health, Institute of Clinical and Applied Health Research, University of Hull
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Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Adelaide University
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Professor of Nutritional Medicine, University of Surrey