Benefits

We all know that an active, outdoorsy lifestyle is beneficial to your health from an exercise standpoint, but scientific research is increasingly suggesting that simply spending time in nature has health benefits as diverse as protecting…

While it was once seen as the domain of new-age practitioners and, let’s face it, hippies, yoga has now become synonymous with wellness even in the mainstream sphere. The range of benefits to your wellbeing range from the psychological to…

Fitness and wellness writer Peta Bee details, ‘It's a breezy afternoon in a local park and my attempts at fitness are heading in the wrong direction. Bemused onlookers can't help but take a second glance as backwards running expert, Karl…

Juicing has become the big buzz word in diet and nutrition circles, with many people extolling the virtues of drinking fruit and vegetable juices to boost their wellness and wellbeing. Many celebrities have also jumped on the bandwagon,…

Being stuck in a sexual rut may not be as damaging for your wellness and wellbeing as was previously believed. We live in a society where many people believe that if you are not having sex then your life is somewhat of a failure. If you are…

There are lots of things to think about before embarking on a purely sexual relationship with someone. If not carefully considered, this type of ‘friends with benefits’ situation can lead to great damage to your emotional wellness and…

If you keep your ear to the ground with anti-ageing wellness, you’ve probably heard of dermabrasion. This skin-resurfacing procedure essentially sands away the outer layer of you skin, using a rapidly rotating device. Sounds robust, but…

There is no end to the wellness benefits of kettlebell training, especially if you want to improve your fitness in an effective and affordable way. A kettlebell is an all-around tool that can actually do the job of almost any fancy piece of…

We all know that sport is good for us – whether it’s the serious kind of sport with an atmosphere obsessed with winning or just going out for a little bit of fun with the opportunity to stay active too. And while it cannot be doubted that…

To lose weight and keep it off, and to generally take care of your wellness and fitness levels, you need to make small and progressive changes in your diet and exercise regime. Still, the problem with small changes is that it’s hard to see…

Even though yoga is an ancient practice, the exercise is so hot right now, be it for relaxation, improving your fitness or losing weight. Yoga’s cousin, Pilates, is similarly bang on trend, but what’s the difference between them? And which…

When you’re a kid, calcium seems to be a big part of your wellness regime. It makes sense; growing kids have growing bones, and those bones need a calcium-strengthening boost. However, your need for this mineral doesn’t end when you’ve…

You need a range of vitamins and minerals in your diet in order to maintain your well-being, but there are so many different foods that contain so many different nutrients, where do you find the best sources? We’ve rounded up the best,…

Whether you’ve only just found out that your wellness is affected by diabetes, or you’ve known about it for years, you face a certain challenge: exercising safely without having to stress about your blood sugar. The American Diabetes…

The Paleo Diet has become more and more popular among wellness experts and enthusiasts, but a diet devoid in carbs and dairy products doesn’t seem suitable to the well-being of a runner or endurance athlete. However, when Iron-man athlete…

Taking vitamin and mineral supplements may seem like a great wellness boost, but Dr. Paul Offit, chief of the division of infectious diseases at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and author of new book Do You Believe in Magic? The…

Herbal remedies are the alternative way to treat common illnesses and conditions. Many are scientifically proven to have some benefits while others rely on anecdotal evidence from those who believe they have been helped by taking the…

Skin brushing is an ancient practice that banishes imperfections, gets rid of dead cells and boosts circulation, getting rid of toxins in the body. Now skin brushing has been enlisted as the latest tool in the fight against ageing. The…

Vitamin B12 is one of the most controversial elements of the vitamin family - it wasn't discovered until the 1960s and has since been found to be a useful treatment for anaemia, particularly a strain known as pernicious anaemia. It is…

Sex has many benefits to your wellbeing, but those benefits are different for men and women. While both sexes can stand to gain a healthier immune system and better mental wellness from having sex, there are some sexual health benefits that…

Most people have sex to enjoy it and get closer to each other as a couple, but there are also several wellness reasons why sex is good for you. Not only is sexual pleasure fun; it’s also necessary for your wellbeing. According to…

According to a survey by the National Centre for Health Statistics and the National Centre for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine, omega-3 fatty acid supplements are the most common non-vitamin, non-mineral natural product taken by…

There’s a form of exercise that doesn’t cost a penny or require any fancy equipment, can easily fit into your everyday life and that almost anyone can manage. It’s called walking, and we’ve been doing it for three million years now. And…

Artificial light is normally relied on in most homes. Some people, however, advocate the use of the natural light in their home. This is because natural sunlight actually has some very good health benefits. So good in fact that…

I think we can all agree that people need to laugh more. Laughing for 10 to 15 minutes a day can help you to lose 280 calories, as well as improving your emotional wellness with a release of endorphins. Laughter yoga has emerged relatively…

A reduction in hormones is something usually associated with older women whose oestrogen levels drop after the menopause. However, older men may also suffer from a drop in their testosterone levels as they age, a condition known as…

If you’re considering improving your wellbeing with complementary therapies, inhaling 100% oxygen under increased atmospheric pressures may not be the first thing you think of. However, this is what’s known as Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy…

Alcohol is one of the most commonly-used and socially acceptable mind-altering substances, commonly shared at social gatherings and only minimally stigmatized. While studies have shown that there are some health benefits associated with…

Honey is much more than a delicious sweetener. The product of naturally occurring flower nectar, it mixes with the enzymes of the honeybee’s saliva to form honey. This sweet ‘bee nectar’ provides more than just a taste sensation; it also…

Anyone will tell you that getting the right amounts of vitamins and minerals in your diet is absolutely vital for your wellbeing. Whether you want to give your wellness an overall boost, or you want to guard yourself against developing…