Stress Management

Essential oils are extracted from the petals, leaves, bark and roots of plants, and offer a natural remedy for feelings of stress. This can be beneficial if you feel stressed regularly and don’t want to rely on medication, or if you want short term relief for situations like an exam or job interview. 5 essential oils to help with stress There are many essential oils that can help relieve the...

You may have heard that regular exercise can help lower stress levels and fight anxiety and depression. But how does exercise help you feel less stressed, and what are the best types of exercise to combat stress? Read on to find out more about how...

Spirulina is a superfood like no other. It’s one of most nutrient-dense foods in the world and can strengthen, nourish and support your body. Although it was used by the Aztecs thousands of years ago to boost their stamina it’s only recently become popular as...

Why is weight loss different for women and men? The fundamentals of weight loss are the same no matter who you are. If you eat less than your body burns (or burn more than you eat!), the mathematical equation will make you lose weight. Calories...

Unplanned weight loss can happen for lots of reasons, and we want to put your mind at ease. Have you recently lost some weight without meaning to? If you’ve dropped a few lbs without embarking on a diet, you need to know why this can...

Believed to regularly affect one in every three people in the UK, insomnia makes it difficult for sufferers to fall or stay asleep. Read on to find out more about this common sleep disorder. What is the definition of insomnia? People with insomnia struggle to...

Although the usual amount of sleep for most adults is thought to be an average of seven to nine hours a night, many of us regularly fall short. Find out how much sleep is right for you and how to identify any sleeping disorders. How...

Sleep apnoea is a disorder that causes frequent interruptions in a person’s breathing as they sleep. Read on for our guide to obstructive sleep apnoea and central sleep apnoea, the two main types of this condition and their effects on the body. We’ll mainly be...

Did you know, there are some sleep inducing foods that can help you to doze off at night. If you aren’t sleeping well, you might want to review the food you have before bedtime. Foods containing caffeine and stimulants will keep you up all night,...

Sleep deprivation is not getting enough sleep to feel awake and rested. Although most of us have suffered from the odd sleepless night, lack of sleep over weeks or months can have a negative effect on our overall health. Read on to learn about the...

Do you always struggle to stay awake while your friend is raring to go? Part of the answer could lie in your DNA, but a whole range of other factors play an important part in how fatigued we feel. Luckily you can put a stop...

If you’re going through a stressful period in your life, it can have a huge impact on both your mental and physical health. Being stressed can lower your immunity, making you more susceptible to bacteria and viruses. What’s chronic stress? If you’ve been stressed for...