Adam Taylor
From ‘MMS’ to ‘aerobic oxygen’, why drinking bleach has become a dangerous wellness trend
If something online promises to cure everything, it’s probably too good to be true. One of the most dangerous examples? Chlorine dioxide...
From raw garlic cloves to cayenne pepper: Why ‘natural’ DIY skincare can leave you burnt, itchy – or worse
Scrolling through social media, it’s hard to miss influencers raiding the pantry for “natural” beauty fixes: baking-soda scrubs, garlic spot sticks, cayenne...
Dry mouth, bad breath and tooth damage: The effects Ozempic and Wegovy can have on your mouth
Ozempic and Wegovy have been hailed as wonder drugs when it comes to weight loss. But as the drugs have become more...
Try the caveman skincare method for a crusty, ‘cornflake’ look
Social media has done it again – this time reviving a minimalist skincare trend known as the caveman method. Think of it...
How eating undercooked pork could leave your body and brain riddled with tapeworm larvae
Eating undercooked meat is never a good idea – it can give you a nasty case of food poisoning within 24 hours....
Hantavirus: What we know about the infection that killed Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa
Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead, along with their pet dog, at their home in Santa...
Restless legs syndrome is incurable – here’s how to manage the symptoms
Restless legs syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, is a neurological condition that affects about 7 per cent of people. Typical symptoms...
Claus for concern: Why we should be worried about Santa’s health
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Yes, it’s that time of year when preparations begin for the arrival of that...
France’s Valneva COVID-19 vaccine is shaping up as a ‘variant proof’ option
A COVID-19 vaccine from French company Valneva has yet to complete clinical trials. But it has caught the eye of governments in...