Author: L. Harris
Bad habits are easy enough to pick up but the amalgamation of small, little bad habits can lead to big negative impacts on your life and overall well being. Your bad habits don’t only effect you, but your friends and family too. In this blog, we’ll explore how bad habits have a negative impact on your life. Physical health Vaping, drinking alcohol excessively, and eating junk food can have a negative impact on your physical health. Smoking, for example, can lead to lung cancer, heart disease, and other respiratory problems. Drinking excessively can lead to liver damage and high blood…
Mornings aren’t for everyone. Some people wake up full of energy, others prefer to hit that snooze button then end up rushing around to make sure they can get to the office in time. Starting your day off on the right foot can set the tone for a productive and fulfilling day. An important part of this is making sure you have a morning routine implemented to ensure you establish a positive mindset and get you ready to tackle the challenges of the day. Let’s explore some ways to get your day started right! Wake up early Yes we know,…
10,000 steps a day is recognised as a goal everyone should try and reach, but why? It is often promoted as a way to achieve the recommended amount of physical activity for good health. Since then, the recommendation has been widely adopted by health professionals and organizations around the world. The goal however, was largely thought to have been just plucked out of thin air as the number to strive for, until now.The American Medical Association, or more specifically JAMA Neurology, conducted a study looking at the ‘Association of Daily Step Count and Intensity With Incident Dementia in 78 430 Adults…
Meditation and yoga is becoming increasingly popular in the UK. It is believed around 28% of UK adults practice meditation at least once a week. In addition, the same survey found that 13% of UK adults practice yoga at least once a week, which is also an increase from previous years.Meditation is widely practiced in many parts of the world, particularly in Asia where it has been part of many spiritual and religious practices for centuries. More recently, many celebrities and public figures have publicly endorsed the benefits of meditation, which has helped to increase its popularity. The popularity of…
Following COVID, a large majority of the population have started taking both their medical and physical health very seriously. In order to track the latter, many have turned to using fitness trackers to monitor their workouts, calories burnt & just general well being whilst training. One of the most popular trackers on the market is WHOOP fitness tracker. The WHOOP system uses this data to provide personalized insights and recommendations for optimizing training and recovery, such as adjusting workout intensity or sleep habits to maximize performance. The platform also includes social features that allow users to compare their performance to…
Holistic treatments are therapies and practices treat the whole person, rather than just treating a specific symptom or ailment. They typically take into account the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of a person’s health and well-being. Holistic treatments may include a variety of different approaches. People use holistic treatments to for a variety of reasons. By addressing different needs, holistic treatments may help to promote relaxation and reduce stress. Here’s a list of some of the most popular holistic treatments: AcupunctureAcupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that involves the insertion of thin, sterile needles into specific points on the…
To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement of the latest generation. Many supplement manufacturers use fillers such as rice flour, magnesium stearate, or other inactive ingredients to bulk up the capsule and make it easier to manufacture. However, some people prefer to use supplements with clean capsules to avoid any potential allergens or unwanted additives. If a supplement is advertised as having clean capsules, it means that the capsule itself is made of a material such as plant-based cellulose or gelatin and contains only…
Crystals have been used for centuries for their spiritual and healing properties. In more recent years, largely due to the increase of the use of them on social media, crystals are at the forefront of many twenty something’s life. If you’re new to using crystals, here is a beginner’s guide on how to use them: The first step in the process is to choose the crystals you want to work with. You can choose based on their properties and what you want to achieve. For example, if you’re looking for a crystal to help with anxiety, you might choose amethyst…
Anxiety plays a monumental factor in so many lives. Six in 100 people are diagnosed with an anxiety disorder on any given week. The uneasy, nervous and apprehensive emotions are all too familiar. Coping with anxiety can be challenging, but it is possible. Here are some strategies that can help you manage your anxiety:One of the most critical factors to discover on your journey to coping with anxiety is to identify your triggers. Try to pay attention to the situations or events that make you feel anxious. It could be anything from work-related stress, social situations, or something else. Once…