Anthea Rowan

If I complained to my mother when I was a child that I was bored, she either told me to read a book or to make up a story to amuse myself.\n“I’m bored” was a common refrain in children and teens in the past, agrees Michelle Kennedy, a postdoctoral researc... See more

This is the 79th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment, advice for carers, and stories of hope.\nAs the new year approaches, four doctors with a special interest in brain health describe the best ways to ... See more

There exist thousands of books that focus on longevity and healthy ageing, including bestsellers like Lifespan: Why We Age – and Why We Don’t Have To by David Sinclair, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, and Ageless: The New Science... See more

The holiday season is upon us with its late nights, parties and almost always too much to eat and drink. While we might wait until the New Year to worry about the weight that is piling on, a more immediate concern after consuming so much rich food and alc... See more

As you reach for another helping of your favourite dish or another spoonful of pudding, keep in mind that 51 per cent of the weight we gain over the year piles on during holiday periods.\nThat reminder comes from registered dietitian Jaclyn Tsang, who add... See more