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8 stress-relieving tips to try every day

Whether it's the pressure of work, family life, or a looming deadline, most of us have stress from time to time. There are lots of ways to reduce stress. So, if you're feeling the strain, try some of these simple stress-busters.

by Lynn Stephen

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Tadpole water - what is it, and does it actually have any health benefits?

If you’ve heard of people trying ‘tadpole water’ online, don’t worry. Despite the name, anyone following this viral trend isn’t scooping up buckets of frogspawn and taking them home to drink. Tadpole water is actually less gross. The term refers to the practice of adding chia seeds to water and drinking the mixture for a range of supposed health benefits. But what are these benefits, and do they actually stack up? We take a closer look.

by Victoria Raw

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5 benefits of bees for your health 

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Screens, school, and short-sightedness: 5 ways to protect young eyes

by Victoria Raw

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Let’s talk about dating app burnout

by Claire Kenny

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Diabetes burnout - how mindfulness can support your mental wellbeing

by Victoria Raw

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What is 'Skinnymaxxing' - and why are health experts concerned about it?

by Helena Barham-Coppola

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What is forest bathing and can it improve your health?

by Hannah Boynton-Forshaw

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