3 h. ago This is what happens to your body when you stop drinking alcohol

There are many quick wins and long-term gains for health from stopping drinking

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5 h. ago Looking to rev your metabolism? We've found the boosters that work for any lifestyle

From apple cider vinegar, to green tea, these are the teas, drinks and supplements to speed up the body’s metabolic rate

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62 h. ago Surprising secret of exactly how much alcohol could be GOOD for you: World

More than 17.5million Britons - around a third of the adult population - are said to be taking part in Dry January this year, attempting to get through the month without a single sip of alcohol.

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3 d. ago The Guardian view on living more creatively: a daily dose of art | Editorial

It can make us healthier, happier and live longer. Engaging in culture should be encouraged like good diet and exerciseThe second Friday in January has been dubbed “Quitter’s Day”, when we are most likely to give up our new year resolutions. Instead of denying ourselves pleasures, suggests a new batch of books, a more successful route may be adding to them – nourishing our minds and souls by making creativity as much a daily habit as eating vegetables and exercising. Rather than the familiar exhortations to stop drinking, diet, take up yoga or running, there is an overwhelming body of evidence to suggest that joining a choir, going to an art gallery or learning to dance should be added to the new year list.Art Cure by Daisy Fancourt, professor of psychobiology and epidemiology at University College London, brings together numerous research projects confirming what we have always suspected – art is good for us. It helps us enjoy happier, healthier and longer lives. One study fou...

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7 d. ago Man 'livestreams own death' for paying viewers who egg him on

His family discovered whisky, energy drinks and cocaine around his dead body

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9 d. ago Luke Littler thrashes Gian van Veen to retain PDC World Darts Championship

Teenager beats Dutchman 7-1 in one-sided finalLittler clicks into gear after losing opening setThe winning moment seemed to drain all the strength from his body. He leaned against the drinks table and let it take all his weight, clasped his face in his hands, cried a little. As if only just feeling the shape and hue of the unspeakable thing he had just done. As if some great act of violence had just left his hands. Perhaps it had.And before the double world champion, before the social media phenomenon, before the commercial giant, before the global icon, there was Luke Littler the darts obsessive. A kid steeped and stewed in the heritage of the game, fully aware of the landmarks he is now chasing, the tapestry of greatness into which he is now indelibly woven. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Festive drinks ranked: Which of your favourite tipples are doing the most

Some popular Christmas drinks contain enough hidden calories to rival fast food - raising concerns they could contribute to weight gain and tooth decay over the festive period.

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