Mood

Find out how to turn around your mood when you’re feeling low with these easy, feel-good nutrition fixes When you’re feeling down, your first instinct might be to reach for the biscuit tin. But rethinking your go-to comfort food could be a better bet – researchers think certain foods may actively boost your mood.1 We’ve worked out the best foods to choose: Oily fish Salmon, mackerel and sardines may not...

The wrong diet when you’re feeling stressed or depressed could make you feel worse. Find out which foods you should leave out As a nation, we’re pretty stressed, with 85% of GPs in the UK reporting a rise in patients reporting stress and depression symptoms...

Don’t panic if meditation isn’t your thing – try these relaxation techniques instead You’ve probably heard a lot about meditation in recent years. Some research has found that meditation – particularly mindfulness meditation – can be very good for helping with conditions such as anxiety,...

Unhelpful thought patterns can send you into a negative spiral, but you can change your ‘self-talk’ We can all get stuck in a spiral of dark thoughts from time to time, dwelling on what we said or did ‘wrong’. But what if your negative thought...

Some depressive symptoms are easy to spot, but here’s how to identify the ones you could be missing While many of us can feel down from time to time, depression is very different. Many of those who experience depression can become withdrawn, and feel low...

Hooked on Instagram? Can’t leave Facebook alone? You need to read this… Over the last decade, social media has changed the way we communicate – and it’s hard to imagine life without it now. But if you’ve ever had an envious twinge looking at a...

Did you know your gut plays an important role in your thoughts, emotions and even your personality traits? It’s time to explore your ‘second brain’ Think back to the last time you had butterflies before a date, or a sinking feeling in your stomach when...

Depression is often caused by life events, but a new culprit has been identified – your own immune system. The Royal College of Psychiatrists says one in five of us will develop depression at some point in our lives. No wonder the number of prescriptions...

It’s been celebrated for its stimulating effects since ancient times, but there’s more to the humble ginseng root than meets the eye… Panax ginseng (also known as Asian, Chinese, Manchurian, Korean or red ginseng) takes its name from the Greek word ‘panacea’, meaning ‘cure all’....

Because having good quality sleep can do wonders for your overall health. If you’re looking for a natural remedy to help you drift off and stay asleep all night, then the calming, relaxing aromas of essential oils could be the solution. Handpicked content: Are you...

Most people can recognise the short-term rewards of engaging in a satisfactory slumber, but there are a whole multitude of other benefits that sleep can also provide. Not only can it play a part in helping your physical health, but it can also contribute towards...