Mental Health

Anxiety takes many forms – and it can be useful to identify which type of anxiety you or a loved one may be dealing with. Here’s a run-down of the most common different types of anxiety. Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) GAD is the most common type of anxiety disorder – and like the name suggests, it doesn’t usually have a specific trigger. It is anxiety at a more general level....

If you’ve heard that turning the tap to blue while you’re in the shower could actually be good for you, you’re not wrong. While steaming hot showers feel wonderful after a long day at work or a tough workout, cleaning your skin and hair with...

Are you a natural ‘morning person’, or do you love a lie-in? Do you thrive on six hours’ sleep, or are you a nine-hours-a-night type? Have you noticed this changing over the years, or have you had a similar sleep pattern for as long as...

Stress is a natural part of life. A little mild stress isn’t a bad thing – it’s what keeps us alert. A manageable level of stress also motivates us, helps keep us safe and encourages us work towards long-term goals.1 However, when we talk about...

Blisters or soreness of the tongue can be quite debilitating. It can be uncomfortable, even painful, to speak and eat, making them very hard to ignore to get on with your daily life. Most causes of tongue blisters are not a reason for concern1. Many...

Spending 15 minutes each morning flowing through some yoga poses can help to improve your flexibility, core strength, and balance – which makes it a great addition to your morning routine.1 Why is yoga in the morning beneficial? Studies have shown that yoga can help...

If you’ve found yourself feeling a bit low and demotivated, it’s likely that you’re experiencing a lack of self-confidence. This could be caused by a number of things, from a disappointing outcome with a job interview through to a sudden life event such as a...

If you’re keen to support someone close to you with anxiety, it’s understandable to feel a little out of your depth at first. While identifying the cause of someone’s anxiety can go a long way in easing their nerves, there are also various other things...

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems, and it can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. It’s something that can be triggered by a number of things, from stress related to your job or home life to certain substances such as...

Certain foods can have amazing effects on the brain, including the parts responsible for your memory (the amygdala, hippocampus, cerebellum and prefrontal cortex)1. But what are they and how do they work? How food can support your memory It’s all down to vitamins, antioxidants and...

In a period where uncertainty is weighing heavy on most of us, times are worrying, and it can be challenging to switch off, finding methods of relaxation is crucial for our mental wellbeing. Thankfully, audio podcasts have been booming over the last few years, offering...

Feeling worn out and in need of some self care? It’s worth getting to grips with exactly what that means and how it should be part of your day-to-day life. First of all, what is self care? If you’re unfamiliar with the term, self care...