2 h. ago Ordering takeaway food is most popular way Brits console themselves after a tough day, study finds

Brits are inclined to indulge in an alcoholic drink, a takeaway, a chocolate bar and a bubble bath after a bad day

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29 h. ago A fifth of Americans report no physical activity at all outside of work

Just 10 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity per day could help prevent deaths, a 2022 study found

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5 d. ago Popular Chinese takeaway and restaurant to press 'pause' this weekend

The 'absolute winner' venue is going on a 'temporary pause'

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7 d. ago Walk for an extra five minutes a day to add years to your life: New study finds it can slash death risk by 10 per cent

It's long been known staying active can help boost heart health, especially as we age, but now research suggests walking for five minutes a day can help you live longer.

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1 week ago The worst time of day to get heart surgery as study makes 'risk of death' discovery

Our body clock might have a profound impact on the outcomes of surgery

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1 week ago Chilling equation names exact date the 'world will end' – and it's this year

A 1960s mathematical study pinpointed one day in 2026 as doomsday due to overpopulation as three scientists laid bare their apocalyptic vision while some billionaires build survival bunkers

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2 w. ago Adults in England eating as much salt a day as in 22 bags of crisps, study shows

Campaigners call for action to make manufacturers reduce salt in food, which can contribute to high blood pressure and deathsAdults in England eat the same amount of salt every week as is found in 155 bags of crisps, according to analysis by a leading health charity.The British Heart Foundation, which carried out the study, said this also equated to 22 bags a day of ready salted, lightly salted or sea salt crisps. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Even one drink a day raises mouth cancer risk by 50%, study warns

Consuming even as little as 2 grams of beer per day could increase mouth cancer risk, scientists say

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