The Benefits of Physical Exercise
People in the UK are approximately 20% less active now than in the 1960’s. This could be partly due to technology making our lives a lot easier and most people now drive or take public […]
The Benefits of Moving Every Hour
Did you know 81% of office workers spend between 4 and 9 hours sitting at their desk every day. According to the NHS, adults in the UK spend more than 7 hours a day sitting […]
Financial Wellbeing
Money concerns are one of the biggest causes of stress. According to PwC’s 2017 ‘Employee financial wellness survey they found that 53% of employees are stressed about their finances. Financial Wellbeing covers the complicated subject of our […]
Yoga & Back Pain
Yoga is an ancient practise that brings together mind and body. It incorporates breathing techniques, exercise, meditation and poses, and is designed to encourage relaxation. Practising yoga can have many positive benefits both mentally and […]
Social Wellbeing
As well as our physical and mental wellbeing, social wellbeing is an integral part of our overall health. Humans, as a species, are social by nature – we not only crave interactions but we actually […]
Does Alcohol help us Sleep?
Many of us think that having a few glasses of wine at night will help us to sleep, which is where the common phrase ‘night cap’ originated. However, research shows that this is not the […]
Mindfulness and Mood
Mindfulness is described as “a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations.” Mindfulness aims to help you: Become more self-aware […]
Healthy Brain Foods
It is well known that the food we eat can have a huge impact on our weight and heart health. However, food can have just as much impact on the health, structure and function of […]
Superfoods
’Super’ foods are nutrient rich foods considered to be very beneficial for health and wellbeing. They are nutritionally dense in vitamins and minerals, can help to heal the body and immune system, and aid in […]
Fridge Detox
Decluttering and having a clean out of a cupboard or room always makes us feel better. It’s satisfying, energising, can reduce anxiety and helps to clear and calm the mind. Having a sort out of […]