Having children ages women’s DNA by 11 years, new research suggests. Giving birth shortens women’s telomeres by around 4.2 per cent, a study found. Telomeres “cap” the end of DNA strands, with longer lengths being associated with slower aging, longer lifespans and improved overall health. Such an extent of telomere shortening is greater than the …

While they might give you the creepy crawlies, head lice shouldn’t be cause for panic. Still, you’ll want to spot them early. Here’s how. You got a warning letter from their school Most schools and childcare centers will send a note home to parents as soon as a fellow student has been discovered with head …

The gut is often coined as ‘the gateway to the body’ and as such, it is extremely important to ensure it is well looked after for optimum health and wellbeing. A growing number health experts and practitioners are now exploring the notion that individuals have a different gut types which ultimately determines how we react …

You may already moisturize with coconut oil and stir it into your morning coffee, but if you’ve heard the buzz about using it in your hair, it’s not just hype. “Coconut oil is unique because it’s similar to hair’s natural lipid structure, so it’s able to penetrate the hair more than other oils,” says Leo …

The new weight loss challenge encourages women to aim for a very low BMI. With their huge eyes, massive eyelashes, teeny-tiny waists and chirpy demeanours, many of aspired to be a Disney princess when we were younger. Then reality – and age – taught us that, endearing though they may be, they’re just cartoon characters …