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All the latest health and wellbeing information and advice from the experts.

A third of people incorrectly think you can get enough vitamin D from the sun all year round

Vitamin D plays an important role in the body, keeping bones, teeth and muscles healthy. While it’s only possible to get enough vitamin D from sunlight in the UK between the end of March and September, new research from the Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS) shows over a third of people (37%) incorrectly think they can get the amount they need all year round.

In the UK, 3.5 million...

5 Exercises to curb your addiction cravings

The first few months of rehab were awful.

I can tell you from the first-hand perspective of a long-term addict who decided to turn her life around and gave life a second chance.

Once I decided to quit drugs and alcohol , there was not much to do because my body was controlling me. The constant agony, pain, and urges were too much to handle, so I decided to ask for...

How to “Spring-ify” Eczema-Prone Skin

When you suffer from sensitive or eczema-prone skin, it is important to give your skin some extra love. Knowing about best practices and trustworthy brands, like Medovie, Nomads or Panda, can help to better your transition to spring.

Spring is just around the corner, and it is safe to say we are all ready for a little bit of sunshine and to give our skin a break from the cold winter...

What is homeopathy?

The word "homeopathy" comes from the Greek and means "similar ailment". It is a holistic method of treatment, as it takes into account the state of body, mind and spirit. The homeopathic method of treatment was founded by the German physician Samuel Hahnemann (1755 - 1843) and it has now proven itself for over two hundred years.

You don't have to believe in homeopathy or have a...

What is pathology? A brief guide

Documentation of disease began with ancient Egyptian medicine. Though, there is no one point where pathology began .

So, what is pathology? Well it is the study and diagnosis of disease.

Pathology contains many disciplines. These types depend on the types of disease studied and are also are determined by the method of study.

Read on to learn the main areas of...

An inactive lifestyle can lead to the inability to sleep

Expert reveals four ways to help you sleep better

An inactive lifestyle can cause several physical and mental ailments that lead to the inability to sleep well, but there are things people can do to combat this.

The most recent government report on physical inactivity revealed that a quarter of UK adults (25%) were classed as ‘physically inactive’. The definition of this states that, over a week, activity should add up to at least...

Common Issues You May Experience with Your Period and What You Can Do

When it comes to menstrual cycles, what one person experiences will be completely different to another. There are all kinds of issues that come with periods, and they can range from inconvenient to downright painful. This can leave women feeling frustrated and unsure of what to do, or who to turn to. Here’s a look at some of the most common issues women experience with their period, and what...

Narwan Amini from reveals the health benefits of waking up early

Sleep expert reveals the link between your sleep routine and success

With many trying to settle back into working life post-pandemic, sleep expert Narwan Amini from Eachnight.com reveals the health benefits of waking up early.

Is there a link between waking up early and success?

People who rise early tend to be more alert and energized, meaning that they can concentrate better than others throughout the day.

A study in 2010, by...

Ten Eco-Friendly Uses for Coffee

Coffee can be used for many things besides drinking - including giving flowers a special glow! As we move toward spring, Alex Ion, spokesperson for Brewsmartly.com , shares 10 eco-friendly uses for coffee.

10 Eco-Friendly Uses for Coffee:

1. Flavour your food

Ground coffee beans can be added to any dry rub for flavouring food. Just add a couple of tablespoons to...

Gynaecologist reveals her advice for people living with endometriosis

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. Endometriosis is a long-term condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes, affecting one in ten women worldwide1.

Despite the seriousness of the disease, it takes an average of eight years just to get a diagnosis2. That’s eight long years of enduring terrible pain and...

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