Wellbeing

Since the beginning of the Coronavirus outbreak – it has been stressed from the start the importance of washing your hands to prevent the spread of the virus. Below we go into a bit more detail on why we should be regularly singing happy birthday to our hands and the science behind the importance of handwashing during the outbreak of the virus: Why is washing your hands so important? Washing...

Looking after our teeth is an essential part of overall health. In fact, brushing your teeth helps to prevent gum disease and tooth decay, as well as other health conditions that could arise from poor oral health.1 Most of us brush at least twice a...

So, you’re not getting your eight hours kip every night. You’re not alone. Almost three-quarters of people in the UK sleep less than seven hours per night.1 So, if you’re regularly spending your nights tossing and turning, you may be looking for natural sleep remedies...

Can’t sleep? You’re not alone. A study into the sleep habits of our nation found that a mere 38% of us can be classified as ‘good sleepers’, whereas 30% of us suffer from severe sleep deprivation1 – so it’s not just you who struggles to...

Winter can be a toughie, especially if you’re a summer lover, those winter blues can be hard to shift. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Winter comes around every year, so it only makes sense to embrace it with open (sleeved!) arms. The...

Do you get dry skin in winter? You’d be surprised at how many people develop dry patches here and there. But here’s the thing, you don’t have to settle for winter time dry skin. With the right winter skin fixes, it's possible to keep those...

Did you know that butter beans were a staple of the native American diet? These little white beans are also known as lima beans, and have since spanned the centuries to become a well-known fixture of a nutritious diet. But just what makes them so...

We all know that too much fat in our diets, especially saturated fats, can be bad for health. Too much unhealthy fat can raise cholesterol and improve the risk of heart disease 1. However, a small amount of fat is an essential part of a healthy...

The food you eat can affect your body in different ways. And that’s why you might find that certain foods make you feel more bloated and gassy than others. If this is something you are concerned with, don’t worry, there are certain things you can...

If you struggle with muscular pain during your workout, it might be time to switch up your warm up routine. Here, we’ll talk about dynamic stretching and how it can help you with your workout. What is dynamic stretching? Dynamic stretching is the use of...

Cheap, filling, and oh-so-delicious when mixed with something flavourful, it’s little wonder why rice is a diet staple. But it’s jam-packed full of carbs, high in calories, and can make you feel bloated if you eat too much of it, so rice might not be...

The fancier cousin of apples, pairs have been a fruit bowl staple for generations. But just how good for you are those pointy green fruits? Here, we explore the benefits of eating pears, plus offer some advice on our favourite ways to eat them. But...