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Could your diet help reduce the risk of tinnitus? New research suggests a possible link—but the jury’s still out. Source: Getty Images.
Hearing health

Could what you eat lower your risk of tinnitus?

Could what you eat lower your risk of tinnitus?

Could your diet help reduce the risk of tinnitus? New research suggests a possible link—but the jury’s still out.
If you're looking to walk with intention, here’s how to structure your strolls for maximum health benefits. Source: Getty Images.
Exercise

Unlock the full health potential of your daily walk with these top tips

Unlock the full health potential of your daily walk with these top tips

Walking is one of the simplest forms of exercise, but with a little intention, it can become a powerful tool for improving your health. Discover easy ways to get more out of every step you take.
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Travel tips

Tips for travelling with dietary restrictions

Tips for travelling with dietary restrictions

There are a number of things that will make your life easier if you’re travelling with a specific diet and here are just a few.
Feeling low? Your favourite old school tunes could be the key to feeling better. Source: Getty Images.
Healthy ageing

How your favourite tunes from back in the day can boost your happiness

How your favourite tunes from back in the day can boost your happiness

Ever wonder why your favourite throwback songs always brighten your day? Here’s the surprising science behind it.
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Common health conditions

Top tips for combating constipation and improving digestion

Top tips for combating constipation and improving digestion

Constipation is a common issue for those over 60 and can lead to discomfort and even pain. Thankfully, there are various effective solutions to help manage constipation and improve digestive health.
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Health issues

Top 6 vision issues to watch out for after 60

Top 6 vision issues to watch out for after 60

As you get older, your body undergoes a number of changes and while the most obvious signs may be external, such as greying hair and wrinkles, your eyes eventually succumb to the effects of ageing as well.
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Skin and hair health

How to prevent and treat skin tears

How to prevent and treat skin tears

Skin tears become more common as skin loses elasticity with age. Learn how to prevent them, treat them quickly, and promote faster healing.
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Foot health

Put your best foot forward: How to manage and treat bunions as you age

Put your best foot forward: How to manage and treat bunions as you age

Bunions don’t have to slow you down. Learn how to manage and prevent them with these expert tips.
The study found around one in 10 treatments were effective and most provided minimal pain relief. Source: Getty Images.
Back pain

New study reveals only 10 per cent of common low back pain treatments are effective

New study reveals only 10 per cent of common low back pain treatments are effective

Low back pain is a growing problem across the world and is the leading cause of disability world wide but a recent study found only around one in ten pain relief treatments are effective and many don't work better than a placebo.
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Health

The hidden dangers of an unwashed water bottle

The hidden dangers of an unwashed water bottle

Many people assume that because a water bottle only contains water, it remains clean. However, studies have shown that reusable bottles can harbour more bacteria than a toilet seat if not cleaned properly.
Living in a dementia-friendly environment is important to delay or prevent cognitive decline. Source: Getty Images
Dementia

New study reveals the environmental factors that could increase your dementia risk

New study reveals the environmental factors that could increase your dementia risk

New research highlights the impact of urban design on dementia risk. Could living near green spaces or major roads impact your brain health?
Scientists think these drugs could reduce your risk of dementia, and provide an effective form of protection. Source: Getty
Dementia

Could a common medicine in your cupboard help reduce your risk of developing dementia?

Could a common medicine in your cupboard help reduce your risk of developing dementia?

New research suggests that long-term use of anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen could potentially lower your risk of developing dementia. Here's what scientists have discovered.
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Health

Understanding the lifelong impact of sun exposure

Understanding the lifelong impact of sun exposure

Were you aware that research indicates that if you were severely sunburnt as a child, your risk of developing a melanoma later in life rises by 80 per cent?
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Health

Simple steps to start yoga at home and boost your health

Simple steps to start yoga at home and boost your health

Find out how yoga can improve your health and reduce stress when combined with a healthy diet.

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Help! I’m 69 and love my husband dearly, but I can never climax. Why is there no pills to help women?
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Help! I’ve developed feelings for a friend whose wife is in care
Relationships

Help! I’ve developed feelings for a friend whose wife is in care

Help! I’ve developed feelings for a friend whose wife is in care

Relationship expert Polly offers her advice on falling for a friend with a partner in care.
Help! How do I get more moisture down there?
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Help! How do I get more moisture down there?

Help! How do I get more moisture down there?

Relationship expert Polly suggests various approaches, including natural supplements and moisturisers, to combat vaginal dryness post-menopause and enhance sexual comfort and pleasure.
Help! Is my 70-year-old husband’s high sex drive normal?
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Help! Is my 70-year-old husband’s high sex drive normal?

Help! Is my 70-year-old husband’s high sex drive normal?

Relationship expert Polly provides guidance on managing differing sex drives in a relationship, fostering open communication, empathy, and emotional connection for a more fulfilling and intimate bond.
Help! How do I start a new intimate relationship with someone?
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Help! How do I start a new intimate relationship with someone?

Help! How do I start a new intimate relationship with someone?

Relationship expert Polly gives tips for those starting a new sexual relationship and advises them to communicate openly about their desires and pleasures to create a more fulfilling experience.
Help! My husband’s constant sexual desires are spoiling a happy relationship
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Help! My husband’s constant sexual desires are spoiling a happy relationship

Help! My husband’s constant sexual desires are spoiling a happy relationship

Relationship expert Polly gives advice on how to overcome sexual shame and foster intimacy in a marriage.
Help! My husband and I want more intimacy in our relationship
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Help! My husband and I want more intimacy in our relationship

Help! My husband and I want more intimacy in our relationship

Relationship expert Polly understands the struggle of lacking intimacy in a long-term marriage and offers empowering communication tools to help you express your needs and desires for affection in your relationship.
Help! How do I teach my partner what I want or desire?
Experts

Help! How do I teach my partner what I want or desire?

Help! How do I teach my partner what I want or desire?

Relationship expert Polly shares practical tips for effectively communicating your sexual desires to your partner, fostering a fulfilling and open-minded exploration of mutual pleasure.
Help! How do I heal and allow myself to open up sexually again after a troubling past?
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Help! How do I heal and allow myself to open up sexually again after a troubling past?

Help! How do I heal and allow myself to open up sexually again after a troubling past?

Relationship expert Polly offers guidance and empowering exercises to help survivors of unwanted physical attention reclaim their bodies, heal, and rediscover the pleasure of sexual touch.
Help! My wife (67) can’t orgasm since having a full hysterectomy
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Help! My wife (67) can’t orgasm since having a full hysterectomy

Help! My wife (67) can’t orgasm since having a full hysterectomy

Discover the secrets to reviving pleasure in your relationship after menopause with advice from our relationship expert Polly.
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Experts

Help! How can I overcome mental barriers and enhance my sexual experience with my new partner?

Help! How can I overcome mental barriers and enhance my sexual experience with my new partner?

Relationship expert Polly suggests that individuals facing difficulties maintaining an erection should have a candid discussion with their doctor to explore alternative options in order to foster a satisfying and safe sexual relationship.
Help! I’ve had my prostate removed and am unable to have an erection
Experts

Help! I’ve had my prostate removed and am unable to have an erection

Help! I’ve had my prostate removed and am unable to have an erection

Relationship expert Polly says that while managing ED following a prostate removal may seem challenging, orgasms and enjoyment of sex can still be experienced in different ways.
Help! My wife (74) says intercourse hurts too much and lube is uncomfortable
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Help! My wife (74) says intercourse hurts too much and lube is uncomfortable

Help! My wife (74) says intercourse hurts too much and lube is uncomfortable

Relationship expert Polly advises seeking alternative options for pain and dryness during intercourse, and encourages sexual experimentation and redefining expectations.
Help! Does having an enlarged prostate cause erection and orgasm problems?
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Help! Does having an enlarged prostate cause erection and orgasm problems?

Help! Does having an enlarged prostate cause erection and orgasm problems?

Relationship expert Polly suggests exploring alternative pleasurable sensations and incorporating external stimuli to ease the pressure of having a completely hard erection when dealing with an enlarged prostate and high PSA.
Help! I’m a 60-year-old woman and my orgasms are not as intense as they used to be
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Help! I’m a 60-year-old woman and my orgasms are not as intense as they used to be

Help! I’m a 60-year-old woman and my orgasms are not as intense as they used to be

Relationship expert Polly suggests that while age-related changes may affect the intensity of orgasms, there are alternative ways to experience deep pleasure.

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