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No nonsense trends, no impossible goals, just simple, straightforward advice for good health-keeping. This month… From stress-related cortisol to ‘orgasmic’ oxytocin, Polly Vernon shares all she’s learned about hormonal health

Tried-and-tested tips from Dr Saara Haapanen

HAPPY HORMONES Exercise increases levels of the feel-good brain chemicals serotonin and endorphins, giving you a happy ‘high’. Feeling low or lost your motivation? The idea of working out might not fi

This month our three wise women share holistic ways to keep your brain stronger for longer to support your cognitive function and mental wellbeing.

Hormones shape how we react to external factors. They make us feel confident, excited and happy, but they can also lead to self-doubt and leave us feeling low on self-esteem. Dr Helen Wall, GP partner

Testosterone is critical for the health and athletic performance of every man (and woman). So it’s troubling that multiple studies suggest men’s testosterone levels are tanking worldwide. One study in