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Does washing your fruit and veg remove toxic pesticides? Why some experts say rinsing

Everyone's heard that you should wash your produce before you eat it to get rid of dirt, bugs and pesticides. People online have taken that advice to heart - like TikTok user Kaeli Mae , who made a video using baking soda and vinegar to give her fruit 'hospital level decontamination'. This is an understandable reaction as pesticides have been historically linked to thyroid disease, diabetes and kidney disease, according to the NIH . Most recently, researchers at UCLA have raised alarm bells, connecting these pesticides to an increased risk of developing Parkinson's for Americans who carry certain genetic mutations.

REVEALED: The popular workout supplement that gives you debilitating insomnia and itchy skin

Pre-workout powders and pills are all the rage for fitness fanatics who are looking for a little kickstart to their grueling gym routines. But they can come with nasty side effects. For Julia Pugachevsky, a senior health reporter at Business Insider, those included developing a dependency on the drug that led her to insomnia, sluggishness and persistent itchiness.

Scientists at the University of East Anglia wanted to investigate whether climbing stairs, as a form of physical activity, could play a role in reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease and early death.

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Testosterone levels typically decrease with age, with some men in their 40s and 50s getting supplements to boost their mood, energy levels and libido.

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Firms are offering packs for as little as $5. Men can put the condoms on up to two hours before sex, to 'prevent from distractions' and help 'forget about last-minute worries'.

Obese people are more likely to develop severe flu complications, even with vaccines. Researchers found that dieting before getting vaccinated make mice better at fighting off the virus.

People sometimes stop me in the street to chat about a health problem. And because gut health is my pet topic, the thing they often want to discuss is their bowels - and in particular, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). That's not surprising, given that as many as one in three of us suffers from it, according to the charity Gut UK. IBS symptoms - such as cramps, bloating, pain and diarrhea or constipation - normally rumble on for a while, but often get worse when patients hit their 30s, though we don't know why.

People who use medical interventions for weight loss might stave off a plateau for twice as long as people who use traditional calorie-restrictive diets, a new study found.

Many people believe that soy can make men have 'more feminine' features, like developing breast tissue. But experts say this idea is false and based on bad understanding of science.

Lifting weights could cause your body to release more hormones that make you sleep longer, deeper and better, than doing cardio, physiologists say.

It's the diet du jour of the last three decades and famed for being particularly simple to follow. But how do you know where to start - groceries wise? Dietitians have revealed all...

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Reddit pages dedicated to drugs used for weight loss are peppered with accounts from men experiencing trouble performing in the bedroom stemming from low testosterone.

Latest data from the CDC released yesterday showed just shy of 3.6million children were born in the US last year, also down two percent from the previous year.

Your supplements aren't just pure, distilled versions of whatever nutrient you're trying to get in. The nutrients are combined with fillers , thickeners, stabilizers and other additives to make them shelf-stable, more robust or more colorful. Most of these additives are found across the processed food and cosmetics industry. But according to pharmacist Dr Pupinder S. Ghatora, some of these additives are linked to health risks- and have even been banned in other countries.

Holly Brooke, a US-based server on TikTok, shared the large lumps she got after Dysport injections, which spooked the internet. However, experts said that the complication is likely harmless.

The FDA has approved the drug pivmecillinam - sold under the brand name Pivya - for 'uncomplicated' UTIs , meaning the infection is contained within the bladder and has not spread to the kidneys.

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FACT OR FICTION? WELLNESS MYTHS DEBUNKED
 

Whether you're an average Joe or genuine gym bunny - consuming too many protein powders, bars and gels is pointless, according to experts. The protein supplement craze has swelled into a $20billion-a-year industry thanks to a rise in workout culture. Hunky celebs like Chris Hemsworth and Henry Cavill - who've both been rumored to have used steroids to bulk up for their superhero movie roles - have promoted the products to their millions of fans, the insinuation being if you take more protein, you could look like them.

Is banana peel 'natural Botox'? Experts give their verdict on the TikTok trend that promises wrinkle-free skin...and it's not as useless as you might think

Influencers are slapping banana peels on their faces online, claiming that it gives you an effect similar to Botox- tightened, brightened skin. Katie Jane Hughes, a makeup artist based in the New York with 286,000 followers, posted a video of herself trying the trend on April 7, looking for a 'natural botox effect'. Smearing the peel on her face made her skin feel softer, her pores tighter and her face overall more 'snatched', Ms Hughes said in her video, which has 750,000 views. She said she would do it again.

If you think just regular underarm deodorant is enough, you might be mistaken, as there's a new trend in town - all-body deodorant. But is it really necessary?

Every bread - even white - has some benefits and there is no reason to steer clear of the traditional loaf, experts argued today.

The FDA warns against a company advertising poop products as a cure all for everything from Alzheimer's to IBS, due to lack of regulation and screening for potential diseases.

Does the 10-2-20 workout really help you lose weight in just 20 minutes? Fitness buffs rave over simple exercise

The popular 10-2-20 workout has emerged on social media as a low impact - but still extremely effective - way to lose up to 15 pounds in two months. The workout involves walking at a speed of two miles per hour on a treadmill for 20 minutes while at a 10 percent incline.

Many of our clients confess that they're supplement junkies. Taking one every day will supercharge their diet, helping the pounds melt away seamlessly, they tell us. When they're not taking them for weight loss, they're popping the pills in the hope they will have more energy, reduce disease risk or send them to sleep. Four in five Americans take supplements - and, as a nation, we spend $159billion on the stuff every year. We're about to save you a lot of cash - because, providing you're eating a relatively healthy diet, many of the pills and powders on the market are unlikely to make much difference to your health at all.

BODY: HEALTH, FITNESS & NUTRITION
 

You may think you're eating a well-rounded diet, but even if your food choices are healthy you're likely eating more than the recommended serving size and taking in too many calories. The United States is notorious for having larger portion sizes than other countries, with foods and drinks available in super-size proportions, which could be why nearly half of Americans are overweight or obese.

Almond butter may have earned a reputation as peanut butter's 'healthier cousin' - but it's more like the evil twin. That's according to dietitians who say that believing one is healthier than the other may make people more likely to overload on it and therefore pack on the pounds. But 'there really isn't much difference' between almond butter and a classic dollop of peanut butter, except a higher price tag, the experts told DailyMail.com. They warned both options are extremely calorie dense, with nearly 200 calories per serving, which most people overestimate and eat too much of it anyway. Searches for almond butter on TikTok have racked up 82.7 million views, with users touting it as a cure-all for obesity, gut health, and anti-aging.

Certain foods, like broccoli, minestrone soup and eggs might help you feel full for longer because they increase the release of the hormone triggered by Ozempic.

UK beauty expert Hannah Betts shares her top tips for getting your body ready for spring, from exfoliating properly and moisturising all over to standing up straight and wearing perfume.

Rob Hobson registered sports nutritionist and author of Unprocess Your Life says supplements that promise to 'burn fat' and give you energy are expensive and just not necessary.

Some dietitians have come out in favor of the 'cheat day', arguing that they are vital to keep weight off in the long term, saying it might help you maintain fitness goals.

They are usually more associated with women set to give birth but men who need to urinate frequently could benefit from pelvic floor exercises, a study has found.

Researchers from Japan found that eating traditional food protected women's brains better than eating a western diet. This could help stave off dementia.

GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING: Zelda Star, paid $30 for an ear piercing earlier this year, only to discover her ear had become infected.

Mark Zuckerberg, 39, has been teased online for 'hitting puberty late' after fans have spotted his recent 'cool guy' glow up and were left 'shocked' by his new look and took to X to express their thoughts.

The soda giant has recalled some sugar-free and caffeine-free Schweppes Zero Sugar Ginger Ale on March 9 because they contain 'full sugar', according to the FDA.

A top urologist shared the one question he asks all patients - and revealed how often you should be urinating every day.

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Susete Isabel, 40, of Toronto, Canada, was diagnosed with stage four follicular lymphoma after mistaking her symptoms for early menopause, drinking, and working too much.

You wake up in a cold sweat, panting, your heart racing. You scan the dark room. Nothing. Reassured, you relax: it was just a nightmare. But that feeling of horror lingers and you struggle to fall asleep.

Last week a team of US researchers announced that anyone born after 1965 is more likely to be on a shorter life-expectancy ticket. They said the increased exposure to 'various risk factors and environmental insults' of modern life means if you are under the age of 50 you are likely to have a biological age (the approximate age of your body and brain) that is considerably older than your chronological age. So dip into our science-backed 'pick and mix' of life-enhancing factors to see how you could slow your aging process, lower your biological age and actually ADD good heathy years to your lifespan.

If you've taken up running but can't quite stick to the healthful habit, it's probably because you've got the common beginners' need for speed, one physical therapist says.

Maddie Saliba is a weight loss dietician who specializes in teaching clients how to 'sustainably' drop the number on the scale. She took to Instagram to share her tips to shed pounds.

If you're foregoing Starbucks because it's too unhealthy, think again. Dietitians note the best drinks to order from the restaurant to save your waistline.

MIND: MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING
 

World-renowned mental health expert Dr Nicholas Kardaras has given DailyMail.com a fascinating account of his professional life - including what it's like to look into the eyes of psychopaths and murderers. He has also shared his fears for the future. Concerningly, he predicts an uptick in shootings and stabbings as a direct result of increased exposure to violence in video games and online. As part of his role as expert witness in trials, Dr Kardaras must determine what motivates violent tendencies.

Cleaning influencer Mrs Hinch this week showed how her dog Henry, a golden show cocker spaniel, is a big fan of the growing trend for pet spa treatments.

Courtney Boyer Sex and Relationship Expert told Femail told FEMAIL: ''Situationships are harder to get over because there is usually no clear beginning'.

Psychologists Harriet Lerner and Karina Schumann recently shared their expertise with Today as they emphasized the importance of admitting when you are in the wrong.

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Working 32 hours a week might sound like a dream, but in reality, could lead to more stress than your current work environment.

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A popular YouTuber has revealed the painstaking reality of transformative weight loss, claiming the journey to becoming 32lbs lighter and clear-skinned 'ruined' her life.

Exercising twice a week or more significantly cuts the risk of insomnia, according to a study that examined data from 4,339 people collected from nine European countries.

Among under-30s, the US was ranked 62nd in terms of happiness - below post-Soviet nations like Serbia (3rd) and Latvia (31st) and even southern neighbors Mexico (22nd) and Guatemala (49th).

Jackie Miller James, 36, who was heavily pregnant when she collapsed to the ground in June 2023 before being found by husband Austin. She has now shared an important health update one year on.

Most offices have their fair share of colleagues crushing on one another. But these crushes might be detrimental to other relationships, according to a new survey.

A DOCTOR WRITES... TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS
 

Dietary supplements may seem like the healthy choice- but experts say the industry is full of unregulated products, that could burn a hole in your wallet or send you to the hospital. This unregulated field, which rakes in about 50 billion dollars annually, has been under scrutiny for it's link to cancer causing chemicals to products doctored with prescription drugs. When people ask Dr Jeffery Linder, the chief of general internal medicine at Northwestern what supplements to take, he can't recommend any, unless they're pregnant or ill. 'They're wasting money and focus thinking there has to be a magic set of pills that will keep them healthy,' he said.

ER doctor claims simple thumb test can tell if you'll suffer a deadly ruptured artery... but is he right? Experts weigh in...

ER doctor Joe Whittington from California sent the internet into a frenzy this week, sharing a simple test that he said could be a sign that you have a silent, dangerous disorder lurking near the blood vessels in your heart. The test, which was coined the thumb-to-pam test by Yale Cardiologists, has patients lay their hand flat on a table and reach their thumb across their palm. If the thumb protrudes off the opposite side of the hand, Dr Whittington said it could be a sign that you have a collagen deficiency, and are much more likely to have a dangerous swelling of your blood vessels, called an aneurysm.

Maria Sinfield, an end of life nurse from Lancashire, who has worked for Marie Curie for a decade, said her patients can get confused, hallucinate and call out for loved ones who have already passed.

There is no need to get a set number of steps done each day, says London-based celebrity personal trainer Matt Roberts. But studies show reaching 10,000 steps a day can cut risk of several diseases.

The Mail's Deputy Health Editor tried weird wellness fads as part of an in-depth investigation into the most ridiculous-sounding trends that Millennials and Gen Z are paying hundreds of dollars for every month.

From clogged pores, to pink eye to staph infections - the risks of letting your makeup brushes sit in their own filth for too long are numerous, experts have warned. This is because the fluffy hairs create the perfect environment for bacteria to breed in; warm and full of oil. But how long is too long? Now, a top dermatologist revealed the answer to DailyMail.com - and it's a surprisingly short amount of time. You should be washing your makeup brushes at least once a week, according to Dr Shari Lipner, a dermatologist at Weill Cornell Medicine.

A cat-loving TikToker has come up with a strange hack for relieving allergic symptoms. Surprisingly, allergists say his DIY method is based on good science - and could help you too.

In erotic dreams we are liberated to imagine sexual encounters that would be taboo or inconceivable in our waking lives. They will probably not involve our current partner...

Swedish researchers, who tracked nearly 250,000 Brits, found that managing less than six hours each night was linked to a 16 per cent higher risk of developing the condition. 

Dr. David Spiegel, a renowned psychologist at Stanford and an eminent researcher in hypnosis, spoke with DailyMail.com about the power of hypnosis and misconceptions about it. Hypnosis is not about ceding control of one's mind to the caped quack, Dr Spiegel told DailyMail.com. Rather, it's about highly focused attention to harness the power to change one's perspective, manage pain, sleep better, and break bad habits like smoking.

Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis highlights how important early screening for the disease is. Doctors recommend many more health tests that can predict other diseases too.

A new study found that children under 12 who were regularly around vaping had higher levels of metabolites that are made in the body in response to chemicals in the e-cigarette vapor.

A leading pharmacist has warned Brits not to overlook changes to their skin - because they could be vital clues to a life-threatening condition. Here, MailOnline lays out 9 issues to look out for.

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