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reusable face masks have soared in online popularity during the latest lockdown.

Reusable Face Masks Soar In Popularity During Recent UK lockdown

A new report by leading face mask brand SmartCover reveals reusable face masks have soared in online popularity during the latest lockdown. The analysis of online news and social media sentiment in the UK highlights that the public's engagement with reusable face mask topics online has increased significantly in the last three months, compared to the previous period.

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seven in 10 people are paying more attention now than ever towards their diet

One in ten believe that eating one egg a day gives a full protein hit

Since the start of the pandemic, the nation has embraced a renewed focus on health and wellbeing, with seven in 10 people paying more attention now than ever towards their diet and exercise routine.

Brits are sweeping supermarkets in search of functional foods, such as those high-in-protein and rich in fibre.

As a result, shoppers are buying a staggering four products...

Two-thirds of over-65s are confident about going back to everyday life

Two-thirds of over-65s confident about resuming life post-Covid

Two-thirds of over-65s are confident about going back to everyday life after the news of the government’s plan to ease lockdown following the success of the Covid-19 vaccination programme.

The survey, conducted by McCarthy Stone , has revealed that those at retirement age are showing increased optimism and confidence, with 74% now optimistic, following the rollout of the government’s...

Fatigue and cramps contribute to less exercise during periods

71% of women struggle to stay fit on their period

Research by Yoppie, the pioneers of personalised, organic period care delivered through your letterbox, has provided some top tips on how to keep motivation up during your menstrual cycle, as periods put a stop to fitness regimes for the majority of women. With our New Year's resolutions still at the forefront of our minds, many of us will have been focussing on getting fit. However, Yoppie’s...

Over 65's are feeling more confident that a return to normality is on the horizon

Two-thirds of over-65s confident about resuming life post-Covid

Two-thirds of over-65s are confident about going back to everyday life after the news of the government’s plan to ease lockdown following the success of the Covid-19 vaccination programme.

The survey, conducted by McCarthy Stone , has revealed that those at retirement age are showing increased optimism and confidence, with 74% now optimistic, following the rollout of the government’s...

Exercise can help us feel more mentally resilient

#LIFTWEIGHTDONATE The challenge to lift your spirits

Lockdown and the pandemic has impacted the mental health of millions across the UK and research released today by the UK’s biggest fitness and sports retailer, Sports Direct , has revealed that a significant 87% of young people between 18 and 24 years old feel that their mental health has deteriorated during the third national lockdown. Sadly, young women have been disproportionately affected...

11 million people are suffering with hearing loss in the UK

Signs to look out for if you are suffering with unchecked hearing loss

Boots Hearingcare , the leading private hearing care provider in the UK, is calling on Brits to improve the quality of their life, with the business estimating that as many as FOUR MILLION people are enduring the early signs of hearing loss unnecessarily.

An early 2020 study showed that there were 11 million people with hearing loss in the UK - a number that is estimated to grow to...

Don’t let your annual health check-up pass you by

Over the course of a calendar year, our bodies go through a series of changes, both internally and externally. Some of these changes are ones we can see or feel, such as joint and muscle pain or signs of aging in our face and hair; however, there are a host of other changes that can go undetected if you don’t get an annual health check up from a physician.

Visiting a physician for a...

How to Boost Your Immune System

Your immune system is responsible for your general health. It will protect you from various diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi.

However, if you have a poor diet, are dehydrated, or are struggling with stress, it will be harder for your immune system to battle an illness, such as a cold or virus.

For this reason, you must look for ways to improve your...

Glasses in front of an eye test chart

Low Vision Awareness Month: The Common Causes of Low Vision and How to Avoid Them

With February marking Low Vision Awareness Month, as well as Valentine’s Day, vision specialist Essilor is encouraging people to show their eyes some love with some proactive steps to prevent low vision .

More than two million people in the UK are estimated to be living with some form of sight loss and it is predicted by 2050 this could double to four million1.

Whilst many...

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