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Autoimmune diseases include a range of conditions where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body – this could affect anything from your skin to your hormones. While genetics play a role, lifestyle factors shouldn’t be underestimated. That’s why we’ll be exploring five foods known to exacerbate symptoms and trigger inflammation.

Sugar has a sneaky way of finding its place in foods you'd least expect, but there are a few places that will have to double-checking your fridge and taking a deep-dive into your shopping list. 

As we ring in National Yoga Month, let's explore five scientifically supported benefits that make this relaxing, muscle-strengthening activity a powerful tool for mental and physical health. 

There’s nothing barren about this cactus fruit – in fact, prickly pears are packed with hydrating nutrients and powerful antioxidants for overall health. But this fruit has a unique array of benefits for your liver in particular.

We’ve all been there – it’s 3pm and those sleepy feelings come over you. You might think it’s because you’ve had a long day, but too often it’s actually down to a blood-sugar crash after an ultra-processed meal. Here are a few simple ways to prevent that slump.

You might consider yourself a chocoholic, or perhaps ice cream is your vice, but did you know your poison of choice might not be down to your own tastes, but rather those of your gut bugs? Here’s how they hijack your brain and get you to eat their favourite source of fuel. 

Your thyroid gland rides a careful balance of nutrients – so if you’ve ever wondered how to optimise that butterfly-shaped organ, this one’s for you. We’ll be unpacking all things thyroid – from the inflammatory foods to steer clear of to your secret weapons for hormone harmony.

Looking for a drink to accompany you to your sweat-inducing workouts? Or perhaps you’re after a hangover cure for those big nights – whatever your hydration needs are, No Ugly has you covered. Their specially-formulated tonic combines electrolytes with antioxidants and B vitamins to give you that boost you need. The best part? It’s low in sugar and high in taste.  

It turns out donating your plasma isn’t just helpful to others, it’s also good for your own health! As one of the few examples of instant karma – the good kind – the practise has heart-boosting, cholesterol-lowering benefits. Here’s why you’ll want to roll up your sleeve today.

Improving blood flow is essential for whole-body health, helping to transport oxygen and nutrients where they’re needed. You probably know what not eat – excess sugar, trans fats and alcohol – but there are a few foods you might not know that can give you a good boost.

Sugar, in all its addictive sweetness, can have unexpected consequences for our hydration levels. Yep, it’s not just raising our risk for heart disease and obesity, it’s also dehydrating us. Here’s how.

Get those joggers out – Daniel Lieberman is set to change everything you know about exercise. From the misconceptions around the genetic influence on our health to the scare tactics around sitting too much, the Harvard Professor shared a few powerful words on the Diary of a CEO podcast that’ll inspire you to go for a run – today.