Can’t sleep? A simple ‘4-7-8’ deep breathing method can induce sleep in 60 seconds, says a US health expert. The mindful bedtime trick involves making a loud ‘whoosh’ noise then holding your breath in stages. It might sound crazy, but trust me on this one. Pioneered by American sleep expert Dr Andrew Weil, the technique is [...]
When it comes to snacks (scratch that, when it comes to ANY kind of eating), it’s important to include some protein and, ideally, some fibre. Why? You need protein (and fibre) to keep your blood sugar stable, so you’ll have a constant supply of energy to get you through to lunch or your evening meal. [...]
Want to know the secret to banishing wrinkles and having dewy, fresh looking skin forever? Wrinkles are, unfortunately, a natural part of the ageing process. As you get older and your skin gets thinner, drier and less elastic, it’s less able to protect itself from damage. Environmental influences like UV light from the sun, pollution, [...]
Sleep is so important to our health; here are some reasons to get enough sleep: Weight: Sleep deprivation can cause weight gain by changing how our body processes and stores carbohydrates and there is an association with chronic sleep deprivation and weight gain. It can also change hormone levels to increase our appetite. Mood: when [...]
