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Squash spaghetti and carrot crisps – 20 surprising ways to get more fruit and veg in your diet

Butternut squash in a tasty cheesy sauce, avocado chocolate mousse...here's how to get more goodness.

05 February 2025
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Varicose veins treatment: what you need to know

Good Housekeeping explores varicose vein treatment options.

07 May 2021
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12 doctor's share their top tips for a healthy lifestyle

Do you do any of these?

28 October 2018
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10 tips to sidestep cold and flu season

With cold and flu season on the horizon, Dr Roger Henderson shares his advice on avoiding the sniffles.
03 September 2018
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How to get stronger and more toned arms

Kylie’s got them, Meghan wowed us with hers, and Michelle Obama is our poster girl. Here’s how you too can get stronger and more youthful arms
28 August 2018
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7 ways to feel less tired and more energised

Tired of feeling tired? Try these clever ways to start making more deposits into your energy bank account…
03 April 2018
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How to cut down your drinking

No booze? No problem!
02 February 2018
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4 tips from a GP to tackle stress

We all need some stress to motivate us – but too much can lead to burnout and depression.

02 February 2018
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12 health experts reveal their biggest life-changing advice

Make this the year you think like a doctor
02 January 2018
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What to do if you struggle to orgasm

Firstly, there's nothing wrong with you…
20 October 2017
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Staying healthy in middle age slows down the ageing process, study shows

Researchers found that those who eat healthily in their thirties are more likely to be physically fit in their sixties and beyond
20 October 2017
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Wake up in the night? Here's what to do...

Helpful solutions to those annoying middle-of-the-night wake ups
06 September 2017
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7 reasons why you might struggle to sleep at night

Sound like you?

06 September 2017
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A doctor reveals the perfect diet to help you look and feel younger

And it includes wine!
31 July 2017
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This is what your headaches are trying to tell you

Important stuff
31 July 2017
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6 ways to feel calm in the face of stress

It *can* be done. Here's how
25 May 2017
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4 no-nonsense mindfulness tips for beginners

If the very idea of meditating makes you feel tense… Relax! Our no-nonsense advice is an easy way to create more serenity in your life
23 May 2017
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6 easy ways to reduce your risk of a heart attack

Leading a healthy and happy life...
19 May 2017
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10 things you need to know about heart attacks as a woman

Indigestion? It could be something more serious...
19 May 2017
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The diet that can potentially lower your Alzheimer's risk

Do you follow this brain-friendly diet?
01 March 2017
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How to stop night-time anxiety

The trouble with night-time anxiety is that all the problems from daylight hours have a horrible habit of spiralling out of control after dark. But relax – there are proven ways to stop those anxious moments...
05 December 2016
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6 ways to ease a stuffy nose

How to get rid of the most annoying cold symptom
18 November 2016
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​8 things everyone should know about deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

About to embark on a long-haul flight? Here's what you need to bear in mind
16 August 2016
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13 reasons you wake up in the night

And what you can do to control them.
31 March 2016
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How to properly moisturise spot-prone skin

Find the right moisturiser to clear up a spot-prone complexion.
31 March 2016
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What to do if someone has an epileptic seizure

More than half of people with epilepsy experience seizures, so it's essential you know what to do when it happens
30 March 2016
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13 things to pack for a chemotherapy session

Macmillan Nurse Fiona Charman shares her tips on how to pack for treatment
30 March 2016
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5 signs your allergy symptoms might be something worse

Find out when you should stop blaming Spring and call your doctor. ​
29 March 2016
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6 things you should never say to someone who has cancer

You're trying to help, but sometimes well-meaning comments can be misguided
25 March 2016
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How to spot the signs of stress in your children

It's not what's being said, it's what's NOT being said that's important.
25 March 2016
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5 reasons why sex might be painful for you

The most undiagnosed and underestimated reasons why it hurts when you have sex...
16 March 2016
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These are the vitamins even doctors want to take

For 30-somethings to 65 plus...
03 March 2016
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3 easy steps to keep your hands youthful

It's not all about the skin... what about the strength?
02 March 2016
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5 health questions you need to ask your mum

These simple questions will help you learn a lot about your own body...
02 March 2016
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How a nutritionist avoids sugar

Three fool-proof tricks the experts rely on.
21 February 2016
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8 foods that help soothe sore throats

Eat your way out of your next seasonal cold.
15 February 2016
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The 11 most common questions people ask before they die

'As an end-of-life doula, I aim to create an environment where any topic can be broached'
03 February 2016
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8 diet changes to help improve asthma

Did you ever think that what you eat could be affecting your asthma? Here’s everything you need to know...
04 January 2016
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​How to trick your body into losing weight

Because it's not all about your tummy - your head plays a big part in losing weight, too.
14 December 2015
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Regularly oversleeping can have scary side effects

A new study claims that sleeping too much can be really bad for you.
14 December 2015
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5 ways to avoid heartburn

As the most indulgent time of the year creeps up on us, we must prepare our tummies...
30 November 2015
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7 ways showing gratitude can improve your health

Regularly reflecting on what’s good in your life can boost contentment, optimism and wellbeing. So here are seven reasons why your body will thank you for saying thanks!
30 November 2015
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4 everyday word swaps to help fight anxiety

Making a few small changes to the way you talk can have a massive impact on your mental health when it comes to anxiety.
24 November 2015
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The ultimate mindfulness guide

From what it actually is to all the different ways it can benefit you, here’s everything you need to know about how to be mindful.
23 November 2015
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Carer’s survival kit: Everything you need to know

From what you need on a personal level to where you can go for help, here’s some useful advice for carers of loved ones.
20 November 2015
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​10 things to know if a loved one has dementia

From how to get organised to how to slow down the progression, here’s everything you need to know if a loved one has dementia
12 November 2015
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6 flu myths debunked

We all have our fingers crossed for a flu-free Winter. But do we really know everything we need to?
05 November 2015
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How to support a loved one through cancer

From finding a lump to diagnosis, treatment and recovery, here are a few pointers of how we can help when a family member or friend has cancer.
20 October 2015
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7 lessons breast cancer taught me

One breast cancer survivor looks back on her illness and reflects on the positive changes it's made...
20 October 2015
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8 signs your teen might have an eating disorder

Written by a recovering anorexic teen who has felt the devastating affects of the illness, this is what you need to look out for in your child...
20 October 2015
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10 things never to say to someone with breast cancer

Approaching someone with breast cancer is difficult. GH’s Deputy Editor, Michelle Hather, gives her honest account of what she didn't want people to say during treatment...
12 October 2015
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Post cancer: Rebuilding your confidence

Here, a group of honest women discuss finding their confidence and looking after their relationships post cancer.
12 October 2015
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Post cancer: What if I don’t feel like celebrating?

The GH health team speak to a group of honest women about their experiences post cancer. Here, they discuss how they felt after their final treatment.
12 October 2015
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Post cancer: Regaining trust in your body

The GH health team speak to a group of honest women about their experiences post cancer. Here, they discuss their new relationship with their bodies.
12 October 2015
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8 healthy eating tricks to help you look younger

Just a few simple tweaks to your diet and lifestyle could add years to your life.
25 September 2015
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9 secrets of healthy women

We’re all looking for the ultimate wellbeing secret, but some women seem to have found it. What are they doing that the rest of us aren’t? We asked experts and women in the public eye to share their tips.
24 September 2015
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14 amazing facts about children with genetic disorders

As we celebrate Jeans for Genes day today, here are some inspirational facts about children with genetic disorders...
17 September 2015
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7 steps to stop worrying

Got used to a constant, low-level hum of anxiety? It doesn’t have to be this way. You can silence those worries and regain control, promise!
17 September 2015
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How to strengthen your bones

We normally associate exercise with our muscles, but it's very important to put our bones through their paces too. Here's everything you need to know about which exercises help which bones...
17 September 2015
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7 ways you’re making your period worse

How to not make your cycle any worse than it is
17 September 2015
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Foolproof guide to portion control using your hand

Portion control is key to maintaining a healthy weight so use this guide and don't over do it...
25 August 2015
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How regularly should you go to the loo?

Once a day? Once a week? Here's everything you need to know about constipation...
16 August 2015
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How to strengthen your pelvic floor: the ultimate guide

It only takes minutes and you can do it on the move - what more do you need?
12 August 2015
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How to be healthy when eating at restaurants

One in three of us eats in a restaurant at least once a week, where bigger portions and tempting desserts can derail any diet – not any more, thanks to these clever resistance-boosting tricks
12 June 2015
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