Sleep apnoea, high blood pressure and cardiovascular health: joining the dots
Dr Melissa Farnham answers some common questions about sleep apnoea, its symptoms, differences between men and women, and what we can all do about it.
Food for fitness: is it better to eat before or after exercise?
There’s a lot of confusion surrounding food intake and exercise – is it better to eat beforehand or afterwards? And what type of exercise benefits most from eating?
How to help your body recover after exercise
Exercising is only the first part in improving our heart health and overall wellbeing. The benefits are determined by our post-exercise recovery.
Extra hygiene precautions won't weaken our immune systems
There have been suggestions that using hand sanitiser and practising other hygiene measures too often could weaken our immune system.
Which face mask should I wear?
There are many different ways to cover your face to protect against infectious diseases. Each type has its pros and cons.
4 unusual things we’ve learned about the coronavirus since the start of the pandemic
As the number of people infected with the coronavirus grows, so does our knowledge of how it spreads, how it affects the body, and the range of symptoms it causes.
How to set up your own exercise program
Working out at home or in the office – and giving your heart health a boost – has never been easier.
People with coronavirus are at risk of blood clots and strokes
There is mounting evidence COVID-19 causes abnormalities in blood clotting, which can cause heart attacks and stroke.
How to stay fit and active at home during the coronavirus self-isolation
While self-isolation measures are necessary, our bodies and minds still need exercise to function well during these challenging times.