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Why Cleaning the House Can Ease Anxiety - and When It Becomes Avoidance
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Some people take their anxiety out on chocolate. Others turn to the internet. Then there are those who, the moment...
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Are You Washing Your Hair Too Often? Dermatologists Explain
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The hot water lands on your scalp and, for a moment, it can feel as though the entire day is...
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Why the US Should Screen for Toxoplasmosis During Pregnancy
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Imagine discovering that your newborn has brain swelling, blindness and severe seizures. Then imagine being told that these devastating outcomes...
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The 1925 Washington Experiment: 60 Hours Without Sleep
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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In a bustling Washington summer, an unlikely experiment put the very act of sleeping on trial in both scientific and...
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How Often Should You Shower After 60?
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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“Every day? Surely that cannot be right at my age,” she mutters, running a hand over the delicate skin of...
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Larks vs Owls: How Chronotype Affects Heart and Metabolic Health
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Behind the lifestyle argument, doctors recognise significant health implications. The issue appears straightforward: is your body better served by rising...
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Why Mixing Kiwi Peels and Vinegar Is the Kitchen Ritual Nobody Talks About
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Sharp vinegar in a peaceful kitchen; a small glass bowl on the worktop holds something most of us discard without...
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PIP2 Discovery Could Restore Brain Blood Flow in Alzheimer's and Dementia
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Reduced blood flow to the brain is considered a major factor in several types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Scientists...
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Why CeraVe Moisturising Cream Beats Nivea and Neutrogena
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The woman in the chemist did not so much as glance at the Nivea or Neutrogena shelves. Instead, she passed...
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Why Sensitive People Are Stronger Than They Look
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The first time you encounter one, it can be difficult to know how to describe them. The colleague who becomes...
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How Often You Poop Could Reveal Important Health Clues
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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“How often do you poop?” may seem like an intensely personal question, yet the answer can say a great deal...
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Why Dermatologists Choose This No-Name Moisturiser Over Luxury Creams
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The jar was far from eye-catching. It had no frosted glass, gold-coloured lid or influencer’s name printed on the label....
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Why Small Messes Make Cleaning Feel So Heavy
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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You are standing in the middle of the living room with a sponge in your hand, looking at… nothing particularly...
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GLP-1 drugs Wegovy and Ozempic linked to hair loss risk in men
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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GLP-1 drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic rarely stay out of the news for very long. They have shown themselves...
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The Best Activity for Painful Knees: Strength Training That Works
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The physiotherapist asks Laura, 49, to raise her leg just ten centimetres above the table. She bites down on her...
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Best Bedroom Temperature for Deep Sleep: 16–19°C
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Everything may look set for a restful night on paper. But there you are, alternately clammy and chilly, throwing the...
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Maternal Brain Hormone MBH Builds Stronger Bones in Mice
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Mammalian mothers make major sacrifices while caring for their offspring. To supply newborns with milk, their bodies draw calcium from...
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How to Whiten Older Teeth and Tackle Age-Related Yellowing
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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Past a certain age, your smile may begin to look less fresh, even when you brush daily and keep sugary...
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Metformin May Be a Potential Wonder Drug for Healthy Ageing
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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A widely used medicine prescribed to patients since the 1950s could have transformative implications for human health, according to researchers....
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How to Stop Condensation on Windows and Reduce Damp at Home
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The first cold mornings often bring a quiet visitor into the home: droplets on the windows, a musty smell and...
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Why the Calm One Can Feel Anxious Inside
Dr Eleanor Whitfield
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The woman in the neighbouring Zoom tile appears flawless. Her hair is tidy, the background neutral, her gaze unwavering. For...
