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  • The Truth About Women, Muscle and ‘Bulking’: Science vs. Centuries of Misinformation

    Introduction Have you ever thought to yourself “I’d love to be stronger, but I really don’t want that bulky look”? If so, you’re definitely not alone — I’ve thought it too. It’s a phrase I’ve heard countless times from friends, at the gym and across social media. But where does this misconception actually come from?…

  • Is Dairy Out, and Plant Milk In? The Science Behind the Trend

    In 2025, it’s a typical experience to step into a café, order a flat white, and hear barista ask “regular milk or…?”. Personally, I’m a dairy milk girl. I know it can be a little controversial, but I grew up on semi-skimmed cow’s milk— from my Nesquik bottles in the mornings, to my overly sugared…

  • The Truth About Retinol: Science, Skin Types, and Safe Use

    Recently, I have noticed that there’s a new trend in skincare, and it’s all over my social media feeds. I see hundreds of influencers and online creators, dermatologists, and experts claiming that retinol is the new go-to product for clear, glowy skin. Is that really the case though? How much trust do you have in…

  • Tanning season? Here’s what your skin wants you to know

    With summer around the corner and the sun finally making its way out of the clouds, its time to dig out that suncream that has been hiding in your drawer all winter. Although most of us are eager and excited to finally sit outside and chase that bronzed summer glow, there’s a lot happening beneath…

  • We’re Getting Spice Wrong: It’s Not Just Stronger Cannabis

    Understanding the Endocannabinoid System Within the human body, there are a variety of systems that regulate how we feel by controlling key functions such as mood, appetite, pain, and memory.  One such systems uses naturally occurring chemicals, called endocannabinoids, to help maintain internal balance (homoeostasis)— this is known as the endocannabinoid system. Cannabinoids, whether produced…

  • All about the bees

    This weekend, I went up to see my boyfriend in London, and on one of the lovely Easter weekend days, we drove to Kent—where his brother lives—to spend the day and visit these specific gardens. Aside from the fact that the gardens were absolutely stunning, filled from bottom to top with flowers, plants, and herbs…