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Trying and failing to lose weight can leave you feeling stuck and defeated. But a larger truth may have been overlooked. This article takes a deeper look at widespread misconceptions, separating fact from fiction when it comes to obesity.

While oversleeping may feel restful, it could be harming your health and wellbeing! Here’s what’s causing your oversleeping – and how to combat it. You can achieve quality sleep, and wake up feeling refreshed and energised!

New guidelines from the American Stroke Association emphasise prevention strategies like regular physical activity, a Mediterranean-style diet, and proactive health screenings to help reduce the risk of a first stroke.

While high cholesterol and smoking are known stroke risks, factors like air pollution, sleep disorders, and oral health also play a role. This article uncovers these hidden stroke triggers and offers lifestyle tips to help you stay protected, from improving sleep hygiene to maintaining dental care.

HSA has banned “Q-nic Care Whitening Underarm Cream,” citing dangerous mercury and steroid levels. The authority urges users to stop immediately and warns about potential skin and health risks. Consumers are advised to purchase health products only from reputable sources to avoid unsafe ingredients.

A study of intermittent fasting in 141 obese adolescents found that while both intermittent and continuous energy restriction reduced BMI, only intermittent fasting maintained reduced binge eating over 52 weeks. Close monitoring is advised for teens considering fasting.

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Tracking health metrics like heart rate, blood oxygen, sleep, activity et cetera using wearable devices like Apple Watch can provide insights into your well-being. Over time, this helps optimise lifestyle, diet and health goals while also catching health issues early.

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is the most common type of sleep apnoea, characterised by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep due to airway blockage. Untreated OSA can seriously impact health long-term, raising risks of issues like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and strokes.