With news that pop superstar Justin Timberlake has been suffering from Lyme disease, you may be wondering what the condition – which is spread by ticks – actually is. The 44-year-old has described the disease (with symptoms such as nerve pain and crushing fatigue) as "relentlessly debilitating, both mentally and physically".
Zoe Beaty has delved deep into the reality of living with Lyme disease, which has affected everyone from Miranda Hart to Bella Hadid, and has also looked why the condition is still steeped in mystery, misinformation and medical controversy. You can read her piece here.
Also on the agenda this weekend is the topic of "longevity" and the simple steps you can take now which will ensure you'll live your best life for the years to come. When it comes to the so-called "midlife menu", it's never been easier (and no need for a single gram of green tea powder or increasingly bizarre TikTok trends). Hannah Twiggs has consulted experts from across the world of diet and nutrition to find out what you need to stay strong and sharp (and feel a whole heap better too).
Now, we've talked about food, but what about movement? A new study published this week has found that picking up the pace of your walk for as little as 15 minutes per day could help cut your risk of an early death by 20 per cent. You can read more about the study, which was published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, here.
As always, strength training is an excellent way to help your body as you age. Harry Bullmore has consulted with seasoned strength coach Danny Matranga to find out the best weighted exercises that will help you fight the effects of ageing.
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