Our health should be our top priority no matter our age. Because when we feel well, we live well and that means we can fully engage with all the things we love, from the simplest pleasures like a walk in the park to the grandest adventures with our loved ones. It's not just about adding years to our life, but life to our years.Understanding the intricate relationship between our lifestyle choices and overall wellness is crucial to nurturing our well-being, and ensuring that every moment is lived to its fullest....

Morning sickness isn’t the only cause of nausea – there are plenty of reasons you may be feeling queasy. A churning stomach and feeling sick isn’t pleasant, but worrying about what’s causing your nausea could make you feel even worse. If you’re definitely not pregnant, then it could be one of these common problems. In this article, we’ll explore: What feeling nauseous means and if it’s the same as feeling sick or queasy Some reasons why you might feel sick How to stop feeling sick with home remedies If paracetamol...

Zinc is an essential trace element that is needed for the development and growth of all organisms. Here we’ll look at the vital role that zinc plays in immune health, digestive health,  cardiovascular health, mental health, fertility and skin health. Zinc Deficiency Signs and Symptoms Include:  Impaired immune function with frequent infections Acne and poor skin health Poor wound healing Stretch marks Hyperactivity Anorexia nervosa Loss of sense of taste or smell or loss of appetite Delayed sexual maturation and infertility Impotence Poor growth in children Hair loss White spots on fingernails...

You’re not there at lunchtime to check they’re getting their veggies – and when they get home they just want to slump in front of the TV. So how can you help your child avoid health hazards? Raise your breakfast game Yes, sugary cereals with cartoon characters are tough to beat, but you can make healthy breakfasts deliciously tempting. Maximise brain power with a smart approach to nutrition. Eggs, contain choline which is important for memory development, so serve up a delicious omelette. Peanut butter contains vitamin E and thiamin,...

From head lice to bad backs, there’s plenty you can do to keep your child safe all school year. You may have bought their new school uniform, fought over their shoes, and invested in all those books, but have you covered the most important part about going back to school? Yohild’s health. Get a handle on head lice One in three children will get head lice at some point during the year. They’re spread by head-to-head contact and children often play with their heads close together. Some people mistakenly call...

Most of us are familiar with the brown malt vinegar that’s sprinkled on chips and white wine vinegar that’s used in vinaigrettes, pickles and chutneys, and even, cleaning. But move over malt and white wine vinegar, because there’s a new vinegar on the block – apple cider vinegar. You’ve probably heard some of the wonderful things about apple cider vinegar already, including how it has the potential to lower blood sugar, aid weight loss, soothe acne, help digestion, and even boost your immune system. In this article, we take a...

Whether you’re going on a relaxing beach holiday, trekking across spectacular landscapes or taking in the sights on a city tour, making sure you have a healthy holiday will help you to enjoy your trip as much as possible. Before you go · Get any necessary travel jabs and check your existing vaccinations are up to date · Check your travel insurance covers you for any holiday activities, such as sailing or paragliding · Pack a basic first aid kit containing plasters, painkillers, non-sedating anti-histamines, rehydration sachets, antiseptic wipes and...

When those gloomy winter nights transition into progressively brighter spring and summer, do you really need to be thinking about vitamin D? The aptly-named sunshine vitamin is recommended for everyone during winter, as we don’t get as much sun exposure – which our bodies need to make vitamin D. Do you need to take vitamin D in the summer when the sun is blazing in the sky? We should be ok - right? Not always, it seems! Discover why getting enough vitamin D is so important and why some of...

There are a group of vitamins that are vital to the body – known as essential vitamins. The body can’t function properly without them. The body can’t make essential vitamins by itself, so we must get them through our diet. However, even with the best intentions, it’s not always possible to get enough of the vitamins we need to keep our body functioning at its very best. Why do people take vitamins? Millions of people around the globe take vitamins to supplement their dietary intake and promote optimum health. It’s...