Why non-alcoholic beer is gaining steam at Oktoberfest: ‘Nobody will judge you’ – National

Why non-alcoholic beer is gaining steam at Oktoberfest: ‘Nobody will judge you’ – National

The head brewmaster for Weihenstephan, the world’s oldest brewery, has a secret: He really likes alcohol-free beer. Even though he’s quick to say he obviously enjoys real beer more, Tobias Zollo says he savors alcohol-free beer when he’s working or eating lunch. It has the same taste but fewer calories than a soft drink, he … Read more

Eye health crucial for independence say those over 60

Eye health crucial for independence say those over 60

A poll of 900 adults aged 60 and over found 73% couldn’t do everything they wanted to when growing up because of financial constraints. And 59% didn’t have time because of work commitments, while 37% lacked confidence. Now, almost half of respondents (45%) never want to feel monotonous and stuck in a routine. As a … Read more

The benefits of a four-day workweek according to a champion of the trend

The benefits of a four-day workweek according to a champion of the trend

Companies exploring the option of letting employees work four days a week hope to reduce job burnout and retain talent seeking a better work-life balance, according to the chief executive of an organization that promotes the idea. The trend is gaining traction in Australia and Europe, says Dale Whelehan, CEO of 4 Day Week Global, … Read more

I Spent Years Fighting For Control. Then My Son Nearly Died In Childbirth — And I Was Forced To Face A Painful Truth.

I Spent Years Fighting For Control. Then My Son Nearly Died In Childbirth — And I Was Forced To Face A Painful Truth.

I’ve always known I had a problem with control, but it wasn’t until my son faced a near-fatal complication in childbirth that I was forced to come to grips with it. I arrived at the hospital on a Friday night, unsure of whether my water had broken. I was admitted soon after to labor in … Read more

Brits who have travelled to these countries should seek medical help if they spot 3 signs

Brits who have travelled to these countries should seek medical help if they spot 3 signs

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning to any Brits returning from certain countries amid a serious outbreak of a potentially dangerous infection. Health experts say travellers need to seek immediate advice if they spot three specific symptoms. These could signal an mpox infection, an illness that has been declared a public … Read more

Cholera is spreading in Sudan as fighting between rival generals shows no sign of abating

Cholera is spreading in Sudan as fighting between rival generals shows no sign of abating

CAIRO — Cholera is spreading in war-torn Sudan, killing at least 388 people and sickening about 13,000 others over the past two months, health authorities said, as more than 17 months of fighting between the military and a notorious paramilitary group shows no sign of abating. The disease is spreading in areas devastated by recent … Read more

Pumpkin spice latte warning as expert warns it can ‘wreak havoc’

Pumpkin spice latte warning as expert warns it can ‘wreak havoc’

The arrival of autumn signals a shift in weather, with the recent warm spell expected to cool down this week. As the leaves change colour and the air turns crisp, many of us eagerly anticipate our first pumpkin spice latte (PSL) of the season – a comforting autumnal indulgence that’s hard to resist. However, if … Read more

The Downside Of Eating Too Much Animal-Based Protein

The Downside Of Eating Too Much Animal-Based Protein

Getting 10,000 steps a day. Improving your VO2 max. Putting berries on your breakfast. What are the habits you embrace in an effort to live a long, healthy life? Certainly it’s the routines/rituals we do regularly that impact our health the most. But there’s one well-intentioned habit in particular that longevity experts say can actually … Read more