Welness hub — Health

For years, I have been researching and experimenting on ways to improve my skin. As someone who trains 7 days a week in the gym, I appreciate the importance of what a healthy and balanced diet can have on boosting performance and overall mentality. While exercising is great for your body and can be shown to give your skin that extra glow, you still need the necessary nutrients in your diet to help achieve those longer-term skin health goals! Your skin is often a reflection of what you put in your body. It needs those nutrients to help repair, maintain,...

Have you ever experienced a night of poor sleep and felt the effects on your mental and physical health the next day? Maybe you felt irritable, anxious, or struggled to concentrate. Or overtime you have maybe noticed some extra fine lines and wrinkles on your face that weren't there before. It's not just in your head; sleep and mental health are inextricably linked, and getting a good night's rest is essential for both. Let's start with the skin. We all want to maintain a youthful glow and prevent premature aging, right? Well, sleep is a crucial factor in achieving that....

Many people still feel ashamed or embarrassed to talk about their mental health struggles, and this can prevent them from seeking the help they need. It's important to remember that mental health conditions are just like physical health conditions – they are nothing to be ashamed of, and there is no shame in seeking help. Supporting someone with mental health issues can be challenging, but it's important to remember that small acts of kindness and support can make a significant difference in someone's life. By listening without judgment, showing empathy, and encouraging the person to seek professional help, you can...

Our health is our most profitable asset, but we often only appreciate its value when it’s impaired. When you’re fit and well, you experience lower stress levels, less anxiety, self-esteem is boosted, your emotions are better regulated, you feel more positive and your relationships, with friends, family and work colleagues, all benefit. The importance of investing in good health can be linked to the growth of functional medicine. Conventional medicine focuses on the endpoint, typically disease or illness requiring intervention such as medication or surgery.  Functional medicine takes an integrative approach by looking at the patient’s symptoms, analysing social and...