Are you trying to be more mindful about your food choices but confused if you are on the right path? We can assure you that you are not alone. With January in full swing, it’s a time when we are bombarded with information about the latest diets and health hacks, which can often lead to confusion and overwhelm. You will be pleased to read that our intention with this blog is to try and make it simple, by sharing effective ways you can enhance your nutrition. And remember, it doesn’t need to be an overhaul. If the information we share [...]

Getting a good night’s sleep and waking up feeling refreshed is something that can easily be taken for granted. Often it’s not until hours are missed or sleep becomes disjointed, that people realise just how important it is. You may be able to relate from your own experience. Do you recall when you last had a poor night’s sleep? The next day you may have felt like you’d been up until the early hours partying, or stepped off a plane from an exotic destination when sadly neither were the case. It’s safe to say, you most likely weren’t firing on [...]

Have you ever experienced a moment so filled with joy and laughter that you forgot all your troubles and felt an incredible surge of energy? That feeling of euphoria is thanks to the release of endorphins - the natural feel-good chemicals in your body. Endorphins are released from the brain and have been linked to reducing pain, relieving stress, and creating an overall sense of well-being1. And the good news is that you can encourage the release of endorphins by incorporating certain activities into your daily routine. First on the list is laughter. Surrounding yourself with positivity and joyful experiences [...]

When you have been in pain for so long, understandably, you may begin to wonder if it's all in your head. Or maybe a loved one or even another healthcare professional has suggested so. Whilst there is truth to this statement, if there is no context provided it can naturally start to cause concern. So in this week's blog, we are going to share some facts about pain. Whether you cut your finger or develop back pain, the aim is to help you understand how pain is experienced, as well as share 3 things you can do to start your [...]

Going ‘Sober for October’ or not, here are 3 things you can do to support your body Can you believe we are halfway through October already? And for many, it means the halfway milestone has been reached for ‘Go Sober for October’. If you have not heard about it, it is a charity event where participants stop drinking alcohol for the month and raise money in the process. There are of course many health benefits of not drinking alcohol or taking a break from it, and if you are participating in ‘Go Sober for October’ you will likely be noticing [...]