How the New Five‑Day Limit Changes Your Use of Decongestant Nasal Sprays
The MHRA now caps over‑the‑counter nasal decongestants at five days. Learn why, the risks of longer use, and safer alternatives for winter congestion.
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How Much Meat Should We Be Eating? A Practical Look at the Evidence
Find out how much meat the evidence suggests is safe, why portion size matters, and practical steps to balance meat with plant‑based proteins this week.
Pumpkin spice latte and heartburn: what to know if you’re on weight‑loss medication
Find out why pumpkin spice lattes can aggravate heartburn, especially on weight‑loss drugs, and simple steps you can try this week.
How to Talk to an Older Relative About Their Driving
Learn a calm, evidence‑based way to discuss driving safety with an older family member and explore alternatives that protect independence.
What the US FDA’s new “threshold of regulation” loophole could mean for your food
The FDA plans to widen a loophole that lets toxic chemicals enter food without safety review. Here’s what it means, who benefits, and what you can do this week.
How diet can influence ADHD symptoms: what the evidence suggests
Explore the evidence linking nutrition to ADHD, the key nutrients, diet patterns, risks and practical steps you can try this week.
How Brexit, Covid and the 2022 Mini‑Budget have reshaped UK mental health
A new study links five national shocks – Brexit, Covid lockdowns, the Ukraine war and the 2022 mini‑budget – to a lasting rise in UK psychological distress and NHS demand.
Rosemary oil for hair growth: what the evidence really says
We unpack the research behind rosemary oil for hair loss, compare it with NHS‑approved treatments and give practical steps you can try this week.
Jaw arthritis: recognising the signs and protecting your TMJ this week
Learn the signs of jaw arthritis, how it differs from other jaw pains, and practical steps you can take this week to protect your TMJ.
When stress squeezes your jaw: understanding and managing bruxism
Learn how anxiety can drive teeth grinding, recognise the signs and choose practical ways to protect your teeth and jaw this week.