Alice Ball
Alice Ball is the Health Editor for Future Plc. With more than five years of experience working in health journalism, she's covered everything from why we should 'kill' the calorie, to destigmatizing the menopause. Alice also specializes in nutrition and supplements. She's a self-confessed running fanatic, currently in training for her fifth marathon. She enjoys documenting her progress on her Instagram account, @aligoesrunning. Alice works across a number of Future's sites, including LiveScience and Fit&Well.
Latest articles by Alice Ball
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I switched the gym for EMS training for three months — here's how it changed my running
Workout Could electrical pulses on my muscle fibers really improve my running? I decided to put EMS to the test
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Do vegans eat eggs and are there plant-based alternatives?
Nutrition They're one of the most nutritious foods on the planet, but do vegans eat eggs?
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Are air fryers healthy? We asked a nutritionist
Nutrition They're often touted as a healthier way to produce fried food — but are air fryers healthy?
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Best vitamin D supplements
BUYING GUIDE Take one of the best vitamin D supplements to give your mood a helping hand this winter
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What are the different types of walking?
Fitness There are several types of walking, from a gentle stroll to a power walk, that positively impact our health and wellbeing
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What is mindful walking?
Mindfulness Mindful walking can be a great practice to calm your mind while keeping active
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Best sports bra: comfortable, supportive activewear for all workouts
Buying guide Whatever your preferred workout, the best sports bra is an essential piece of kit. Here are our tried and tested favorites
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Which vitamins are good for sore joints?
NUTRITION Inflammation and joint pain can take a big toll — so which vitamins are good for sore joints?
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Does collagen help with weight loss?
NUTRITION It may improve skin and joint health, but does collagen help with weight loss too? We ask an expert to weigh in
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Vitamins on sale: the best health supplements to support your wellbeing
Deals Keep your health on track and for less with these vitamins on sale
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Can Chrissy Teigen's 20-minute workout replace fours hours of weight lifting? I tried it to find out
Fitness Popular with A-listers and world renowned athletes, EMS training promises a full-body workout in just 20 minutes. I put it to the test
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Six ways to change your diet as you age
AD FEATURE These simple dietary tweaks can help support your brain and heart
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I'm a Health Editor and these are my favorite products on offer this Prime Day
DEAL From supplements to protein powders, save on these tried and tested products this Amazon Prime Day
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I run marathons and the Brooks Glycerin 19 is one of the most comfortable shoes I’ve tried
Review Despite being designed for running, the Brooks Glycerin 19 is a neutral, high cushioned trainer that works great as an everyday walking shoe
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5 ways to look after your joints as you age
There’s no denying that our joints change as we age, but fear not! There are many ways that you can look after them to keep them at their best
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I tried David Beckham’s workout class, and here’s how I found it
FITNESS David Beckham’s new soccer-inspired F45 workout put me through my paces
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