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Lawrence Higgins
Managing editor
BSc, Post Graduate Diploma
As managing editor of Patient.info Lawrence looks after all of our features and is a member of the Guild of Health Writers.
Lawrence works with the clinical director to make sure everything is accurate, up to date, and a great read. His career includes being deputy editor on one of the world's leading business magazines, writing Prime Ministerial speeches, and advising FTSE 100 companies on their media and editorial profiles. Lawrence lives by the sea and is a qualified beach surf lifesaver. He is passionate about the wellbeing benefits that being outdoors and can bring us.
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It sometimes seems we go from fighting teenage blemishes, straight on to battling wrinkles. However, incorporating nutrient-rich foods into your diet can benefit your skin at any age. Here we take a look at some of the key nutrients for healthy skin and what you should be adding to your weekly shop to get them.
Some people find it harder to sleep as they get older. We explore the science behind why ageing affects your slumber and how you can improve your chances of getting a good night's rest.
The term anti-ageing is written on many beauty creams and other skincare products packaging. But what does anti-ageing mean inside the body? Here, it goes beyond the appearance of our face lines, to healthy internal ageing. This means how well our cells and organs are remaining healthy and able to fight decline and disease as we grow older - so that we can live happily for as long as possible. We explore the anti-ageing supplements that help our bodies do just this, according to experts.
It's one thing knowing that you could be doing more to keep your heart healthy - and another finding the time. Whether you're a 9-to-5 desk worker, a long-distance commuter, or a parent juggling it all, we've assembled 6 heart-healthy habits for you to slot into your busy workday schedule.
Dr Longo, a specialist in ageing, imagines a future where we can make it to 110 years old in good health - and it all comes down to what, when, and how much we eat. This is the goal of his so-called longevity diet, a meal plan that isn't just designed to help prevent disease, but also to slow down ageing in our bodies. Read on to find out what the diet involves and whether the evidence backs it up.
