Health

We live in an era of constant health monitoring and the belief that "what gets measured gets managed". And the number of self-monitored indicators is increasing every year. And with them, the market for health monitoring gadgets and apps is growing.

Many people one day realise: it can't go on like this - it's time to take health and life into their own hands. But determination is often shattered by a plethora of conflicting advice: from biohacking to yoga, from strength training to trendy group exercise classes.

Sometimes someone else might notice problems with your hearing before you do. As we get older, one change often creeps in more subtly than others: the slow decline of our hearing.

If cells had a passport, mitochondria would be in it as the birthplace of energy. These tiny organelles are the body's true power plants. But what if they could be replaced, like a battery in a remote control? Scientists say you can. And it could be the key to prolonging youth.

A report by the University of Copenhagen has found that a balanced diet with a moderate amount of healthy animal protein outperforms a more plant-based diet in terms of healthy ageing. 

In recent years, scientists have increasingly focused on the connection between the gut and the brain, known as the gut-brain axis. One key element of this connection is psychobiotics - probiotic microorganisms that can have a positive impact on mental health.

This is the foundation on which everything else is built. Without physical resilience, it is difficult to adapt, build connections, and keep a clear mind. It is the body that first reacts to the stress of moving, and it is through it that we can regain control and confidence.

Traditionally, obesity has been seen as a risk factor for diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and stroke.