Thursday briefing: What the UK’s first womb transplant means for the future of fertility
In today’s newsletter: does the UK’s first successful womb transplant mean that men could one day carry babies?
The isometric secret: 15 ways to get much fitter – without moving a muscle
What are the best exercises to reduce your blood pressure? The plank and the wall sit. Here is how to do them – and some other great poses – whatever your current fitness level
‘We have hope for some breakthroughs’: can we change the way we treat schizophrenia?
Scientists are cautiously optimistic that new approaches to treating the disabling condition may improve the lives of those affected by it
Weekend warriors: save your workouts till Saturday? No need to worry!
A five-year study has revealed that regular and weekend-only exercise give similar cardiovascular health benefits
Scientists find vital missing ingredient for healthy vegan diet – algae
Natural aquatic supplement could be used to make up for lack of key vitamin B12 in plant-based diets
Toddlers’ gut bacteria may predict future obesity, study suggests
Researchers identify differences in bacteria that colonise the gut in adults living with obesity
Full speed ahead: why do some of us struggle with low libido – and five ways to help
For most of us, the key to boosting sexual interest is to find what works your accelerator and what slams on the brakes. Could a new hormone treatment play a part in improving sex lives? Plus debunking the most common low libido myths
Why don’t whales get cancer? Cracking one of medicine’s greatest mysteries
Understanding why some animals are more susceptible to the disease could lead to improved screening for humans
Regularly getting a good night’s sleep could cut asthma risk
Poor sleep patterns may increase genetic susceptibility and chance of developing condition, study shows
Mediterranean diet ‘can reduce heart attacks in people at higher risk’
First study of its kind finds diet can benefit hundreds of millions with obesity, diabetes or other risk factors