Women who pile on the kilograms after the menopause are also likely to become more anxious, research suggests. Their lack of oestrogen is believed to disrupt the body’s ability to control weight. The study said those worst affected had a higher chance of being nervous. Researchers measured the waistlines of 5,580 women aged between 40 …

According to the skincare expert Abi Cleeve, you could be prematurely ageing your skin just by spritzing on your favourite fragrance – even if you’re conscientious when it comes to your anti-ageing skincare regime. We spoke to Cleeve to find out why your signature scent could be causing pigmentation and age spots, especially on your …

Older male cyclists may come in for some teasing as ‘middle-aged men in lycra’. But Mamils have the last laugh, as evidence shows they avoid the male menopause and age more slowly. A study has found men up to the age of 79 have the testosterone levels of much younger men, and the muscle and …

Step inside a health food shop – or any high street supermarket or chemist – and you’ll see rows and rows of supplements promising everything from better joint mobility to shinier hair and clearer skin. And the one everyone’s talking about right now? Collagen supplements, available in tablet, liquid, powder or cream form and said …

When something’s not right with your menstrual cycle There are plenty of women who could attest to the pain and inconvenience that is getting a period every month, but a normal menstrual cycle—or lack thereof—can also be an important gauge on your health and tip you off when something is going awry. Be on the …