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Vitamin C: benefits, sources, and deficiency

Most of us know vitamin C is good for us, but do you know all the ways that this essential nutrient benefits your health? Here you can find out how easy it is to get enough vitamin C, as well as what happens when you consume too little and too much.

by Lynn Stephen

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Bones, joints and muscles

How obesity affects joint health - and what you can do about it

Looking after your joints is important if you want to stay active and keep moving comfortably - especially as you get older. Lots of things can affect your joint health, but carrying extra weight plays a major role. We look at how weight impacts your joints and share some simple ways to help reduce the strain.

by Victoria Raw

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Gratification snoozing: the viral sleep trend that could be making you more tired

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Work, rest, repeat: How to break the burnout cycle

by Victoria Raw

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Bipolar disorder, public figures, and the line between explanation and accountability

by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCS

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Emotional dysregulation: what it is and how to cope

by Victoria Raw

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Living with post-traumatic embitterment disorder

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