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How often should you poo?As with most things, a single ‘normal’ schedule doesn’t exist here, and it will vary from person to person. “Everyone is different when it comes to how often they open their bowels,” says Dr Alasdair Scott, gut specialist doctor and science director at Selph. “It’s often said that ‘normal’ can be…

While multiple studies have found that moderate consumption of coffee is in fact good for your health, drinking your coffee at the wrong time of the day can wreak havoc on your energy, cortisol levels and general mood. So, we consulted with experts to figure out when we should really be enjoying our morning flat…

So, how much of a risk do forever chemicals pose to our health? And what can we do to avoid them?What are forever chemicals?Time for a science lesson: forever chemicals are a group of chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs). More than 10,000 PFAs are used in a wide range of products including waterproof…

“Prepping is just doing what you can to be ready for trouble and taking the steps to prepare now, instead of trying to do it when the trouble starts,” writes the mononymous Dan on his blog Start Prepping UK. “It’s not unusual, it’s not paranoid, and most people are already doing it to some extent…

But what exactly are the “right fats” to consume, and how do they impact our body? We asked experts to explain.What are healthy fats?In short, healthy fats are types of dietary fat that have a beneficial impact on the body – the main types being monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) and polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs).More like thisMUFAs are,…

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Kebbells – best for imaginative seafood platesShare globally-inspired seafood plates at this Michelin guide recommended restaurant set above Viking Bay. Take a seat at the counter in the handsome dining room with it’s parquet flooring and bare wood tables for imaginative creations like tandoori scallops, yogurt, crispy chickpeas, raisin gel, coriander or a whole flame…

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