Health

Worried your mental health isn’t tip top? Or curious as to whether your drinking habits are normal? You’re not alone. According to Michael Mosley and Toby Fielding of The Fast 800, these are among the most common patient inquiries that doctors have to field. Here, the pair answer those queries and nine other FAQs covering the importance of checking everything down below to why your waist size matters…

From personalised protein powder to compression boots that maximise your recovery, here are the new products changing the world of health and fitness in September…

In changing rooms and on social media, body fat percentage is a fitness buzzword. But how much does it really matter? SLMan asked a pair of pros for answers. From why it’s impossible to spot-reduce fat to the benefits of interval training and a high-protein diet, here’s what they had to say…

Ever feel tired, distracted and just not with it, even after truck loads of coffee? You might have been suffering from brain fog. While not a medical condition, brain fog is acknowledged by experts as a real thing. SLMan asked the pros for their top tips for supercharging a sluggish brain. Here’s what they had to say…

Testosterone does more than just build muscle. It supports optimal energy levels, sex drive, sleep and wellbeing. However, once you reach your 30s, testosterone production starts to decline, increasing your risk of certain diseases and taking a toll on your muscle mass and physical performance. To understand more about the hormone, SLMan asked the experts what you need to know…

Whatever it is that stops you from switching off, you’re not alone if you struggle to sleep. Recent statistics show almost two-thirds of British adults have issues when it comes to falling asleep. From the nutrients to prioritise to science-backed supplements to consider, here’s what the experts recommend…

Going veggie – or even vegan – is an ever more common lifestyle choice, but what about those who are heading in the other direction? Proponents of an all-meat carnivore diet claim it can encourage weight loss, ease depression and reverse diabetes. Others say its restricted approach to nutrition is a sure-fire route to deficiencies and gut problems. To find out more, SLMan asked the experts…

Having discovered the power of breathwork after losing his girlfriend to cancer in 2014, ex-City worker Stuart Sandeman founded Breathpod in 2017. On a mission to spread the word about breathwork for improved energy, productivity, confidence, focus and emotional wellbeing, Stuart is the definition of a wellness authority. Covering green smoothies to his favourite plant-based bolognese recipe and his preferred immune-boosting supplements, he told SLMan what his average day looks like, and how he keeps mentally healthy…

Whether it’s wearing the wrong shoes or under-fuelling, running isn’t as straightforward as it can seem. From form and pacing to conditioning, there are a few errors runners at all levels tend to make, according to Anthony Fletcher, biomechanics coach and founder of OneTrack run club. Here he shares the 11 common mistakes to watch out for…

If you could pop a pill and instantly be sharper, clearer and more creative, would you? Enter nootropics – the latest wave of supplements taking the wellness world by storm. Crafted to supercharge brain function as well as reduce stress and brain fog, SLMan caught up with the experts to delve a little deeper…

Eggs have had something of a chequered past. In the 50s, they were the ultimate breakfast option, but by the 70s had become the bad boys of nutrition, with studies claiming they were packed with cholesterol. Then, in the 80s salmonella was the big concern. These days, eggs and avocado on toast is the definition of mainstream. To get the bottom line, we caught up with registered dietician Louise Bula…

Freedom and outdoor exercise? No wonder lockdown has been a boomtime for paddleboarding. Former British windsurfing champion John Hibbard co-founded Red Paddle Co just over a decade ago and has pioneered inflatable paddleboards. He told SLMan what you need to know about the sport today…