The one change that worked: I got a period cup – and saved £120 a year

Ditching sanitary towels and tampons has made my period much less stressful. Crucially, it’s better for the environment too

The Big Idea: why we should embrace AI doctors

People are understandably wary of new technology, but human error is often more lethal

Women cope better when their partner dies. I’ll have to go before him, out of spite

Should your partner be your best friend? After David Mitchell mansplained relationships, I asked my husband and his answer surprised me

The best mattress toppers for a more comfortable night’s sleep, tested

Whether you’re looking for memory foam, wool, cooling or firm, we reveal the toppers we rate – and whether they can really rescue a bad mattress

My health is declining and I’m worried my husband might not take care of me

Facing illness is scary, especially if you’ve always been the carer and your family don’t seem to see your needs. The first step is sharing how you feel

Exercise and therapy can mend a broken heart, study suggests

Takotsubo syndrome can lead to heart failure and early death. But doctors now believe it can be treated

Experience: I see the world through a layer of snow

My condition has a name – visual snow syndrome – and it could be with me for the rest of my life

‘Pop it in front of the TV and run on the spot’: 11 simple fitness hacks that work (some are even free)

From parkrun to a hi-vis belt, our readers share the tips and affordable kit that helped make them fitter

The Guardian view on the carnivore diet: red meat for influencers, but bad news for health

Editorial: A fad for consuming high-protein, high-fat food, while avoiding vegetables, has taken off online. Followers are doing themselves no favours

Back to the office! Why gen Z has had enough of working from home

In a new survey, 45% of this age group were considering looking for jobs with more social interaction – and the loneliest of all were influencers

Is it true that … eating greasy food causes spots?

Don’t ditch the pizza just yet – acne is more likely to be caused by hormones and genetics

The secret to happiness? Finding joy in others. It’s free, simple and will gladden your heart

When we rejoice in others’ success, the Dalai Lama once said, we multiply our chances by billions. These are good odds!

Exposure to some Pfas could increase risk of multiple miscarriages – study

Research tracking about 200 women found those who had at least two miscarriages had higher levels of chemicals in their blood

Don’t like joining in? Why it could be your superpower

Some people spend their lives feeling out of place in groups – but this tendency comes with unique opportunities

The best body moisturisers: nine favourites for silky smooth, hydrated skin – tested

From rich creams to refillable tubs, these are the best moisturisers for every skin type and season – and how much you should spend