Exercise and Endorphins
Ever wondered why you instantly feel better after exercise? The reason is because exercise releases feel good hormones known as ‘endorphins’ but what are they and how do they work? Endorphins have been the focus […]
The Importance of Good Posture
Good posture is essential to the correct alignment of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves in the body, which ensure that the musculoskeletal system works efficiently together. With more of us now working from home, […]
It is ok not to be ok
Too many people with mental health problems are made to feel isolated and ashamed. It’s time to change the way we all think and act about mental health, and empower people to start a conversation. […]
Mood Boosting Foods
Serotonin is a natural mood stabiliser and 90% of serotonin receptors are located in the gut. The gut and brain are connected so what we eat affects how we feel. Eating foods that boost mood […]
Energy Boosting Foods
One of the best ways to live a healthy lifestyle and to maintain a healthy weight is to eat a variety of foods that sustain your energy levels throughout the day to reduce cravings and […]
Foodscape
We give in to temptation for a many reasons; our emotions, tiredness, during certain activities such as watching TV and even due to the people we surround ourselves with. Yet an area that is often […]
Mindful Exercise
Mindfulness is placing your awareness in the present moment. Our bodies are always in the present moment, it’s just our minds that we need to re-focus. We work at our best when our mind and […]
Time to Talk
1 in 4 people experience Mental Health issues every year. Yet many don’t get the help and support they need as they are too afraid to speak out. Today is ‘Time to Talk day.’ A day […]
Food Swaps
A misconception is that healthy eating is boring, bland, hard, involves salad and the need to be on a diet! However, a healthier lifestyle starts with small manageable changes over time that become part of […]
Metabolism Boosting Foods
Metabolism is the term that describes all chemical reactions in the body. It is best known for the process of burning calories. The higher your metabolism, the more calories you burn, making it easier to […]