'Grind an owl into powder': book containing medieval cures published online

CURIOUS medieval "cures" - including a gout treatment that involved grinding a baked owl into a powder - are being shared online by Cambridge University Library.

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Supplements warning: The popular vitamin that could cause kidney stones - expert

MANY people rely on supplements to give them additional vitamins and minerals they need. Some might struggle to include enough in their diets, while others might have problems absorbing them properly. Whatever the reason, taking supplements can bring with them some risks.

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Live longer: The food that may boost longevity by 18% - great 'potential against ageing'

GENETIC makeup is an important predictor of life expectancy, but some research suggests diet can influence age in equal measure. In some studies, one plant extract has displayed marvellous potential against ageing.

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Staying up late could put you at high risk of fatty liver disease – here’s why

STAYING up late is one of several bad sleeping habits that puts you at greater risk of fatty liver disease, suggests a new study.

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Patrick Swayze died from late-stage pancreatic cancer diagnosis – early symptoms to spot

PATRICK SWAYZE made the girls swoon in American cult classic, Dirty Dancing - not to mention the heartthrob's iconic pottery scene in Ghost, alongside Demi Moore. Yet, the star didn't make it past his sixth decade in life.

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Mum shows how to make five meals from £25 weekly Aldi shop - 'great way to save!'

A SAVVY mum-of-one has revealed how she does her weekly shop for just £25. This includes five delicious meals for a whole family.

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Doctor shares 'single most important thing' to reduce signs of ageing - 'highly effective'

NOBODY can stop their skin from ageing as they grow older, but there are ways to reduce the signs of ageing - and for free or through affordable means. Express.co.uk spoke to a doctor and a specialist about the causes of skin ageing and what people can do about it.

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Doctor warns of the dangers of ‘face icing' as 'rejuvenating' TikTok trend goes viral

SKIN icing is one of several cryotherapy treatments that involve exposing the epidermis to extremely cold temperatures for short periods of time. According to experts, the popular treatment has its ups and downs.

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Appear at your own funeral as new tech creates digital clone

MOURNERS can chat with the dearly departed thanks to an invention that means a digital clone appears "live" at the deceased's own funeral.

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Darius Campbell faced two life-threatening health battles prior to his death at 41

DARIUS CAMPBELL DANESH has died at the age of 41. The cause of death is currently unknown. The former pop idol sensation faced two life-threatening health battles over the years.

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Long Covid: The heart problem you could experience after initial infection has gone

ALTHOUGH COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, it can affect several other areas of the body. And as people continue to suffer with post-Covid syndrome - most widely known as Long Covid - more is understood about the condition.

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Simon Pegg's hidden health problem 'Don’t think I would be here now if I hadn’t had help'

SIMON PEGG is currently filming Mission: Impossible 8, but rewind to 2006, when the actor was shooting for the third instalment of the Mission: Impossible franchise, and he would describe himself as an "alcoholic".

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How to sleep: The Ancient Egyptian hack that is ‘guaranteed to cool you down’ - expert

IN THE summer months, many of us struggle more with getting to sleep, especially if temperatures rise significantly. During a heatwave, staying cool at night could make the difference between lying awake for hours and getting a decent rest. While everyone has their own methods of doing this, there is one technique used thousands of years ago that could be just as effective now as it was then.

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