I met an extraordinary man this week. Simon has never owned a mobile phone
As my own digital detox continues, I’m learning to appreciate time as the most valuable and finite resource any of us will ever have
Health Month
Journeys in mental health: ‘It made me go, God, these are stories people don’t hear’
A new all-Ireland mental health research network drives engagement of people with lived experience
Mark Moriarty’s recipes for comforting soups and best broths
Perfect winter recipes for when you want something hearty, comforting and nutritious during colder, darker days
Recent guidelines on weight-loss drugs are a ‘groundbreaking’ shift in obesity treatment
Dr Muiris Houston: Alongside caution there is excitement about the potential benefits of GLP-1 and related drugs
Is it any wonder Gen Z has embraced dark, gallows humour?
Within the indifferent irony, destructive memes and satirical tweets lies an authoritative psychological method of comfort
No Instagram, Netflix or YouTube: Can I survive a four-week digital detox?
Last year, I used my phone as respite - doomscrolling, listening to podcasts in the shower and audiobooks while going to sleep
Is your morning coffee good or bad for your heart? Here’s what the science says
What the Science Says: Part 4 – Research suggests that moderate caffeine intake may offer some health benefits
Teeth grinding and clenching can have more serious effects than annoying your bedfellow
Bruxism can be linked to stress and anxiety and can result in headaches, broken and damaged teeth and jaw pain
Forget the gym: Here’s four fitness lessons from around the world
From exercise parties to walking wherever you can, it is possible to stay healthy without signing up for a gym
Should the Government move to label alcohol as a cancer-causing substance?
Dr Muiris Houston: Implementing a labelling regime could help make people aware of the potential cancer risks of alcohol consumption
‘My 15-year-old son hates going to school and is not doing any homework’
Ask the Expert: ‘I’m not sure what to do with him. Should I just let him continue the way he is?’
Is it possible to change your personality?
What the Science Says, part 3: The evidence indicates that people can change their personalities, alter their characteristics and become different versions of themselves
The fibre phenomenon: 30 easy ways to get your fill of this life-changing nutrient
It’s actually very simple to gradually and effectively raise your fibre intake when you put your mind to it
Protein: Are we eating enough of it? And is ‘high protein’ branding just a fad?
With more products using the ‘P’ word as a selling point, here’s all you need to know before you jump on the latest nutrition bandwagon
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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