Alternative Health

It’s mid-winter, and you’re pretty sure putting on the kettle isn’t usually classed as sweat-inducing physical activity. So why are your palms clammy? And is it normal that a bead of sweat is forming on your forehead? If you’re baffled by why your sweat glands seem to be working on overdrive, here we uncover what can cause excessive sweating and what might help you keep it under control. There are...

There are few better feelings in the world than a full-on belly laugh. But did you know you could get the same infectious, feel-good factor from a session of laughter yoga? Here we explore the benefits of laughter therapy and what you can expect when...

You already know the short answer to this – alcohol. Or to be more specific, a substance found in alcohol called ethanol. In addition to providing the buzz of choice for humankind for thousands of years, ethanol is also a toxic chemical which among other...

We humans suffer from hiccups even before we are born – your parents may remember seeing you hiccuping on your scan, or felt hiccups while you were in the womb! But, as we get into adulthood, they can become a source of annoyance and even...

If you’ve heard that turning the tap to blue while you’re in the shower could actually be good for you, you’re not wrong. While steaming hot showers feel wonderful after a long day at work or a tough workout, cleaning your skin and hair with...

Stress is a natural part of life. A little mild stress isn’t a bad thing – it’s what keeps us alert. A manageable level of stress also motivates us, helps keep us safe and encourages us work towards long-term goals.1 However, when we talk about...

Feeling worn out and in need of some self care? It’s worth getting to grips with exactly what that means and how it should be part of your day-to-day life. First of all, what is self care? If you’re unfamiliar with the term, self care...

Breathing is such a natural process that most of the time, we do it without being aware. However, when in times of stress, breathing can become rapid and shallow, adding to feelings of anxiousness. Taking time to learn about different types of breath and practising...