Health information you can trust
Explore clear, trusted advice from UK doctors and experts.
Our clinical information meets NHS England's Information Standard. Read our editorial policy.
PCOS diet: What to eat to manage symptoms
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a health condition that affects some women from their late teens onwards. Though PCOS is sometimes managed with medicine, its symptoms can be reduced through a combination of healthy lifestyle habits - especially your diet.
Can taking supplements help manage diabetes?
According to Diabetes UK, some people with diabetes believe that certain vitamins and supplements may help manage their blood sugar levels. While they shouldn't be a substitute for conventional treatment, here’s a look at some of the most commonly used supplements, and their purported benefits.
Latest features
Heart health and blood vessels
Do wearable blood pressure monitors really work?
by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS
Brain and nerves
Simple advice could improve long-term health for people with MS
by Victoria Raw
Healthy living
Smoking effects on skin: from ageing to illness
by Lynn Stephen
Bones, joints and muscles
Knee pain that won’t go away: When is it time to get a scan?
by Scan.com
Patient Podcasts
Podcasts can make health information easier to understand, especially when it comes from people who have lived through similar experiences. From conversations with clinical experts to honest discussions with people sharing their own health journeys, whether you want to learn more about a condition, feel less alone in what you’re going through or hear practical advice that supports day-to-day health decisions, our podcasts are here to help.
Podcasts
Claire Warren on motherhood, mum guilt and letting go of perfection
by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS
Podcasts
Dr Amir Khan on kindness, community and caring for mind and body
by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS
Podcasts
Lindsey Burrow on love, caregiving and life after loss
by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS
Podcasts
Lisa Riley on grief, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS
Health and wellness video library
Discover our growing library of trusted health videos. From expert tips and condition guides to exercise routines, first aid advice, and more—our videos are designed to help you take control of your health, one step at a time.
