The Latest Breaking News on Biology

Ever wonder how many times a day you fart? Well, now you can find out

Device could have serious applications for tracking a range of health issues, including irritable bowel syndrome and food intolerance

The Independent UK · Feb 13

Which red flags which could signal bowel cancer?

Possible warning signs include blood in the stool, fatigue, unexpected weight loss and persistent abdominal pain

Evening Standard · Feb 12

How spider silk could be key to repairing damaged nerves in humans

Clinical trials are to go ahead using ‘off-the-shelf’ spider silk technology to repair devastating nerve injuries

The Independent UK · Feb 11

Why dead bacteria are the secret to a happier gut

Postbiotics are stealing the spotlight for their ability to support digestion and immunity, says Louise Pyne

Evening Standard · Feb 3

Science says the '7:1' sleep rule could add 4 years to your life — here's why and how to start using it tonight

A new study drawing from 47 million nights of sleep data has found that a simple sleep behavior rule can extend your life. Here's what it is and how you can do it.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 2

Want brighter skin? I spoke to an expert and rounded up the best antioxidant serums that deliver

Bring radiance back to your complexion

Evening Standard · Feb 1

Major change to bowel cancer screening as thousands more to be tested

The NHS aims to detect thousands more bowel cancer cases at an earlier stage

The Independent UK · Jan 26

NHS to increase accuracy of bowel cancer test in England

Increased sensitivity of test that detects the second deadliest cancer will save hundreds of lives, oncologists say

The Guardian - UK · Jan 26

Experts issue warning over this popular winter supplement

Does the ‘sunshine vitamin’ have a dark side? Here’s what you need to know

The Independent UK · Jan 23

Vitamin D users warned to stop supplements if these symptoms appear

Higher strength supplements can result in a number of potential side effects

Evening Standard · Jan 22