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Most of us notice the same pattern every year. Warm weather arrives, and our appetite feels lighter. When winter sets in, cravings grow stronger, meals feel more comforting, and we reach for snacks a little more often. It can feel like a personal habit, but the seasons influence far more than we realise. Light, temperature, and daily routine all shape the way the brain manages hunger and energy. Shorter days and longer nights change how much energy we use. They influence our mood, our sleep and the hormones that guide appetite. This is one reason many people ask why they...

Dementia is one of the most complex areas of age-related memory and thinking changes. It is not a single condition. It develops through a mix of different factors that influence the brain over many years. Some people notice memory problems early. Others experience slow and subtle changes that take longer to recognise. These differences happen because each person’s brain health is shaped by a unique combination of genetics, lifestyle, and overall well-being. What we do know is that memory does not stay the same throughout life. It shifts with age, with health and with the small habits that fill our...

Constipation is a common digestive issue that many people struggle with but rarely address in the right way. For years, people have been told that eating more fibre is the solution. Fibre is important for digestive health, but recent studies show that not every type of fibre works the same way or gives the same results. Researchers are now looking more closely at how diet, hydration and certain nutrients affect gut function. Soluble fibres like psyllium, along with probiotics and magnesium, have been shown to help maintain regularity and comfort. Finding an approach that suits your body can make a...

You probably take vitamin D without thinking twice. It is one of those nutrients we all hear about, especially when the days get shorter and sunlight feels scarce. Many people rely on supplements to maintain their vitamin D levels, trusting that all forms work in the same way. Yet, recent research suggests this might not be the case. Scientists have discovered that not all vitamin D supplements deliver the same results. The two primary forms, D2 and D3, differ in how the body absorbs and uses them. Evidence now shows that D3, the form naturally produced through sunlight exposure, may...