We all know that we should treat our body like a temple, but how often do we actually do it? If you’re like most people, you’re probably busy with work, family, study or all of the above, so it’s no wonder why we often leave small health problems and ignore them until they become larger…
Are your jeans feeling a little too tight? Do you feel short of breath when you climb up stairs, or have to cross the road quickly? Maybe your doctor has told you that you need to lose a few kilos, or your love life is suffering. Maybe you simply want to be around to see…
Even though the return of the spring season means the return of the sunshine, fresh air, warmth, and outdoor fun, it also means the return of allergy season, which can wreak havoc on the health of those who are sensitive to pollen and other outdoor allergens. Thankfully, there are ways that you can cope with…
If you’re considering a career change, there are so many options available to you, it can be hard to know where to begin. From going back to studying, to trying out short courses and looking at the endless list of career options available, sometimes sticking with a job that you’re unhappy in can seem easier…
Guidelines say we should do at least 40 minutes exercise a day. Sounds easy, right? Not when we’re at work for 8 hours, nipping to the supermarket, cooking dinner, washing our hair and then by the time that’s all done, getting ready for bed. Finding time for fitness is harder than it sounds, so here…
For centuries, addiction has been a serious problem for the human race. Everything from alcohol to prescription drugs and even food has ruined and ended countless lives. For the family and friends on the sidelines, watching someone suffer through an addiction is one of the most traumatic things they’ll ever experience. Advances in addiction medicine…
Whether you’re the type who falls asleep ten minutes after climbing into bed, or you’re an insomniac who has tried everything to get a few more hours of snooze time, you may be interested in an infographic which has revealed how our sleep compares to those living in different countries around the world. If you’re…
We all know that we feel better when we have a restful night of sleep, but did you know that it can also have a huge impact on how well you perform? Mattress Next Day made an infographic about sports and sleep and has some interesting information about sports stars, how they sleep, and the effect of…
A great infographic has recently been released, and it has some fun facts about sleep habits in the animal kingdom. For anyone who has had trouble sleeping themselves, take a moment to think about the poor Giraffes which only get 30 minutes per night when they’re in the wild- I guess they have to keep…
The average UK working week is now well over 40 hours, with us all spending so much time at work it’s important that we remember to stay both healthy and happy. Here are a few tips to make sure we look after ourselves at work: Take Breaks So many people now skip their lunch breaks…
