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The gut is finally getting much-needed recognition as Activia and TV’s Dr Zoe Williams launch the What the Gut? museum in London.

Over the past 20 years a steady trickle of scientific papers has reported that there are fewer insects than there used to be. Both the combined weight (what scientists call biomass) and diversity of insect species have declined. Some studies were based on sightings by amateur entomologists, while others involved…

Prostate Cancer UK warn that many men are ‘suffering in silence’ due to the taboo around discussing symptoms

Orgasms may be a uniquely human trait. Sex researchers debate why we evolved this fantastic ability

An on demand, non hormonal male contraceptive pill, may be a real possibility after successful lab trials in mice leads to breakthrough.

The body's ability to regulate its energy and maximize the health advantages of exercise appears to be influenced by timing

The professor of biochemistry says lovers go on such a high that it feels like being on drugs - and it's all part of ensuring the survival of the human race

A sex therapist explains all in the spirit of Valentine's Day

Genes involved in boosting fat metabolism may be more abundant during morning workout

Professor Tim Spector says we need far more variety in our diets

LOS ANGELES — Law enforcement helicopters routinely buzz around Greater Los Angeles. But in certain neighborhoods, they swoop in — low and loud. So say two community groups that are studying the effects of helicopters on the health of county residents.