I have started to get in to the habit of going for a walk later in the evening around Commonwealth Park before bed which helps me unwind from the day, cool down a bit and sleep better.

Popcorn has long been filed under fun snack rather than functional food, but science suggests it may deserve a promotion. A major study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that men who ate popcorn regularly had a lower risk of diverticulitis, a painful condition where small pouches in the colon become inflamed. I

Sharing one blanket sounds cosy in theory, but in practice it can become an Olympic event involving tugging, twisting, and silent resentment at 2 a.m. Sleep researchers say separate blankets can reduce common nighttime disturbances such as cover stealing, movement, and different temperature needs. The Sleep Foundationhighlights the Scandinavian sleep method, where couples share a bed but use separate duvets so each person can stay comfortable. It is romance with boundaries, which frankly works in many areas of life. 

Today, Dr Virdi will be answering questions on Mood, Sleep and Cognitive Changes during pero-menopause and menopause.

You probably already suspect that some packaged foods are less about nourishment and more about persuasion, and that suspicion is not as dramatic as it sounds. Researchers from Harvard University, the University of Michigan, and Duke University have argued that many ultra processed foods are engineered to encourage overconsumption in ways that resemble tobacco products, which is a mildly unsettling thought the next time you face a shiny packet of crisps. Their report says these foods are purposefully designed, highly manufactured, and built to be hard to resist, which is why they say they deserve tougher regulation than the average dinner plate.

You already know exercise can help your heart, waistline, and mood, but now it may have another trick up its sweaty sleeve. Researchers at Edith Cowan University found that a single session of resistance training or high intensity interval training (HIIT) could increase anti cancer proteins released by muscles, known as myokines. In laboratory testing, those changes were linked with a 20 to 30 percent reduction in cancer cell growth. Suddenly that workout you nearly skipped looks very smug indeed!

This week I wanted to focus on something really interesting which I am sure most of us have heard of and now seems to be more and more in the media with claims of amazing benefits, and that is Testosterone therapy.

There’s always that triumphant post workout moment, the glow and the sense of virtue, followed closely by a knee that seems rather less impressed. Post exercise knee pain is often the result of overdoing things rather than anything seriously wrong.

Happiness has long been treated like a reward, something handed out after success, luck, or a particularly good day. Yet the emerging science tells a far more intriguing story. The brain is not simply reacting to life, it is constantly being shaped by it. The remarkable part is that this shaping can be guided. Not through grand gestures, but through small, deliberate habits that slowly tilt the mind towards positivity.

You know that moment when you finally sit down on your sofa and all those goodies in the pantry are calling out to you? DON’T! (yeah easier said than done, I get it). It is a familiar routine, but it may not be doing you any favours. There is a growing evidence that a simple 12 hour overnight fast can support both heart health and metabolism. The idea is refreshingly undramatic. You finish dinner a bit earlier, delay breakfast slightly, and allow your body a proper rest from constant digestion.

Welcome to our Doctor’s Q&A corner!
We are back again with Dr Virdi, where expert insight meets real conversation. Peri-menopause and menopause, are stages in life that are often misunderstood, and not discussed nearly enough.

Here, we dive-in to real questions that you have sent us, and get clear, honest answers grounded in medical expertise.

You might blame his lack of progress on motivation, genetics or a mysteriously uncooperative treadmill, but the real culprit could be hanging quietly in his wardrobe. What a person wears to exercise can have a surprisingly large impact on performance, comfort and even injury risk. Experts including sports physiotherapists and apparel specialists, suggest that poor choices in gym clothing can restrict movement, trap heat and generally make exercise feel harder than it needs to be. It turns out that the humble outfit deserves more credit, or blame, than it usually gets.

Something exceptional is arriving in EuroCity, and it is designed entirely around you.Infinity Wellness is not simply a spa, it is a destination for those who refuse to compromise on how they look, feel and live. This is where beauty, wellbeing and advanced treatments come together in one beautifully considered space, created for people who value results just as much as relaxation.

This week I wanted to look a little bit more closely at the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine. I am sure many of us use ChatGPT or another AI system to look up symptoms, and the honest truth is that the options and responses that AI provides are often really good. But I suppose there is also a worry as to whether consulting AI for a medical issue is as good or as safe as consulting a medical professional. Certainly AI is more available for consultation!

It’s our third edition and we’re excited to launch this brand-new section, featuring insights from Dr. Virdi.

Remember, if you’ve got general questions about perimenopause or menopause symptoms, management tips, or lifestyle advice, send them our way! Submit yours for the next edition!

Fitness had always been a natural part of Nadia's life. Starting at Atlantic Suites gym, then moving next to the Sunborn gym and finally at Reshape & Rumble, movement was second nature to her. Running, dancing, gym classes, and long walks with her dogs along the coast from Santa Margarita to Alcaidesa filled Nadia's days. Everyday was active from start to finish.

For years breakfast has enjoyed a rather grand reputation as the “most important meal of the day”. Yet the question raised by a recent piece in The Times UK suggests that the morning meal might not always deserve such glowing praise.

If the idea of spending hours in the gym makes someone want to lie down immediately, science has some refreshing news. A study highlighted by Health Club Management (HCM) suggests that just ten minutes of vigorous exercise might be enough to make cancer cells rather uncomfortable.

For decades, alcohol has quietly marketed itself as the ultimate social accessory. A drink to loosen up, a drink to celebrate, a drink to forget that you forgot why you walked into the kitchen. But according to Wendy O’Beirne, founder of The Completion Coach, many people discover something surprising when they step away from alcohol, even briefly.

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