Why a sedentary lifestyle is bad for your health
In the modern world, it has become increasingly common to spend most of the day sitting at a desk, either at school, work, or at home. This sedentary lifestyle, however, can be dangerous and even …
Wellbeing
Recognising and supporting work-related stress
The possibility of work-related stress exists at all levels of an organisation’s hierarchy, occupations, and sectors. Even though stress can be beneficial to productivity and creativity, there …
Effects of alcohol: What you need to know to manage your drinking
If you’re reading this, you’re probably not afraid to admit it: You like to have a drink or two from time to time. Some of you might even enjoy drinking on a semi-regular basis. However, for most …
The benefits of walking: How to stay fit with a busy schedule
What are the benefits of walking? If you’re like most people, your answer probably involves losing weight and improving heart health. While these are both accurate statements, there is much more to …
Do you really need to drink 6-8 glasses of water a day?
The Internet is full of health advice, and one piece of commonly repeated advice is to drink six to eight glasses of water per day. But do we need that much water?
Should you drink eight glasses of …
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated the introduction of extreme measures that have served as attempts to restrict the spread of SARS-CoV-2 across the globe. These measures, such as national …
The connection between loneliness and mental health: What to do when you feel alone
Even if you enjoy your own company and like living along, we’ve all been there: that desperate, all-consuming feeling of loneliness that comes out of nowhere and feels impossible to shake. For …
We need to stop comparing ourselves to fitness influencers
As the fitness industry has grown, so too has the influencer culture around it. Fitness bloggers and Instagrammers are now celebrities in their own right, with millions of followers. And as with any …
The benefits of gardening for your wellbeing
Gardening is not only a great hobby but it has also been shown to have numerous benefits for your wellbeing. Studies have shown that gardening can reduce stress levels, anxiety and depression and even …
Meagan Good talks about early signs of endometrial cancer
Meagan Good, an actor, director, and activist, has partnered with FORCE, SHARE, Black Health Matters, and Eisai Inc. to raise awareness about endometrial cancer, the most prevalent type of uterine …
Why body positivity is important
Body positivity is the idea that one should love one’s body no matter how one looks. It means accepting your body and not criticising or judging it for any perceived flaws. It’s a practice …
Home workout: Best five exercises to do at home
It’s the New year and you may be thinking about a new trimmer, fitter you for 2022 but you aren’t quite ready to venture out to the gym.
Many people will want to shed a couple of …