How spending time outdoors can help with depression.
Originally designed to filter air pollution, the G95 Bioscarf is a sustainable alternative to disposable face masks
With a built-in filter that offers better protection against airborne particles than a standard N95-rated mask.
How a discussion on Bitcoin Twitter has helped to identify the well-known malaria drug hydroxychloroquine as a possible treatment for Covid-19
What started as a Google doc shared on a niche Twitter thread has led to an open-data repository of clinical trials to test if hydroxychloroquine is an effective treatment for coronavirus.
Bristol athlete Nick Butter has just run a marathon in every country in the world to raise money for Prostate Cancer UK
It’s taken almost two years, 15 pairs of trainers and more than 400 flights for Nick Butter to run 26.2 miles in each of the 196 countries on the planet.
Why wearing socks in bed can help you get a better night’s sleep
Aiding the body’s thermoregulation systems throughout the night is key to ensure a smooth night of rest—wearing socks in bed does just that.
New study finds that living by the sea is good for your mental wellbeing
The research, by the University of Exeter, found that the effect was most pronounced in people from low-earning households.
The best way to enhance your biking skills at home
Here are some tips and tricks you can apply to improve your biking skills at home.
4 great reasons to try archery
If you are looking for a sport that would improve not just your health but also mental capabilities, you may want to consider archery.
German consumer group finds that using reusable bamboo coffee cups can be bad for your health
Testing 12 different bamboo cup brands, Stiftung Warentest found that most released ‘very high’ amounts of melamine and formaldehyde after contact with a hot drink.
Say goodbye to temporary fillings: scientists successfully use a gel to regrow tooth enamel
A team of researchers from Zhejiang University School of Medicine has developed a gel that makes enamel repair itself.
Study finds ‘ultimate limit’ of human endurance to be 2.5 times resting metabolic rate
While people can go far beyond their base metabolic rate for short periods, the study found that it becomes unsustainable to do so in the long term.
New survey reveals that women who kayak or ski report the highest levels of mental wellbeing
The ‘Women in Adventure Mental Wellbeing Survey’ looks at the effect of outdoor sports on the mental wellbeing of women and has thrown up some intriguing results.