For many years, muscle mass has been associated with body building and a physique that is almost impossible to achieve without complete dedication and an unrealistic lifestyle. Luckily, this couldn’t be further from the truth! In fact, there are actually many misconceptions that are taken as fact when they aren’t exactly coming from a reliable …
Contrary to belief, Christmas calories count just as much as regular calories! Although many people prefer to let lose over the festive period and kick-start their healthy eating regime again in the New Year, there is no reason why you can’t enjoy the seasonal splendour whilst also watching what you eat. Read on as we …
You may be right in thinking that an anxiety disorder is a mental health condition and so therefore the symptoms must occur inside the brain; however, it isn’t uncommon for patients to manifest their anxiety through physical symptoms too. This can cause a lot of distress and actually exacerbate the problem as sufferers begin to …
Technology is around every corner in the 21st century which means that a lot of people prefer to sit in front of the TV rather than get outside and bask in the fresh air. Human beings were not made to lead a sedentary life which means that our health can suffer drastically if we don’t …
When we exercise, the body releases ‘feel good’ chemicals called endorphins and these can improve your mood and effectively make you feel on top of the world. After all, there is a reason why working out is supposed to help treat mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. With this said, it is important that …
It is possible for your skin to fall into one of four categories: dry, oily, normal or combination. This determines the type of products that you should use and how susceptible you may be to irritation, breakouts and damage. Sometimes it can feel like certain people are blessed with a clear and healthy complexion, but …
We are all guilty of becoming rather set in our ways from time to time and neglecting the body’s need for movement. After all, it takes a lot to drag a person away from the comfort of their sofa and engage in physical activity. With this said, it is important to note that a lack …
We’ve all heard of probiotics and how they are said to be the most effective way to treat a variety of digestive conditions, but many of us don’t actually understand what they are and how they work. Put simply, probiotics are living microorganisms that can be found in fermented foods like yogurt or as supplements …
House plants are really common as they add decoration to your home as well as a bit of colour. Additionally, studies into having plants indoors showed that they boosted people’s mood as well as productivity, concentration and even creativity. Having a few plants in your home is said to reduce stress and fatigue. Indoor plants …
Meditation is good for you both physically and mentally, as it’s a practise of focusing your mind similar to mindfulness. You can focus your mind, or you can focus on an object, activity or specific thought – which ever you find works better for you. You train your awareness and attention so that you can …
