Everyone’s talking about: Berberine – so what’s the skinny on the supplement known as ‘nature’s Ozempic’?
It’s flooding social media but is this plant compound effective, beneficial and safe to take? Nowhere is this…
Stay Well: What are pre-workout powders, and can they really boost my performance?
Experts share the pros and cons of these purported workout-boosting powders Pre-workout powders can vary widely in their…
Stay Well: I’ve been diagnosed with gout – what is it and can I get rid of it?
Gout, a form of arthritis caused by an excess buildup of uric acid in the body, can be…
Everyone’s talking about: Japanese interval walking – what is it and does it work?
Interval walking – varying your walking speed – is nothing new, but it’s taken off among social media…
Everyone’s talking about: Bathroom camping – how hiding in the toilets during nights out became ‘a thing’
Those who can’t wait until they get home are embracing ‘bathroom camping’. But is escaping social interaction a…
Ask the doctor: My scalp is itchy but I’m not using any new products. What’s going on?
Dr Grant replies: You may just have a very sensitive scalp. Is there a family or personal history…
Dear Vicki: ‘My employer won’t let me work from Kerry, but I can’t find a place I can afford in Dublin. What should I do?’
Review your employment contract and any relevant company documents. Photo: Getty Q I have worked for a tech…
Everyone’s talking about: Tanning accelerators – the answer to a safe tan or just marketing bluster?
Tanning accelerators are lotions, sprays and supplements that claim to enhance the skin’s ability to tan – but…
Tents, sleeping bags and gadgets: 13 clever pieces of camping kit to pack for your next trip
Whether you’re glamping, gearing up for Electric Picnic or going off grid, ensure you’re properly equipped with the…
Dear Vicki: ‘A senior employee has been sneaking off to do a nixer. Should I fire him?’
He says others are doing the same thing, and if I sack him he’ll take me to court…