7-11 breathing

This simple breathing exercise has been shown to reduce symptoms of stress and improve the ability to think clearly. Breathe in for a count of 7Breathe out for a count of 11Find a pace that works for you – you might have to count quickly at first!  The point is to...

Stress at work

Stress is the body’s response to pressure from a situation or life event. The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) defines work-related stress as “the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand places on them at work”. Individuals can...

Navigating the ‘new normal’

2020 is proving to be a challenging year. The vast majority of us have never experienced anything like this before. The many changes such as self-isolation, quarantine, remote working and social distancing are taking a toll on our health and wellbeing. There are...

Heart health

The heart is an important human organ which pumps blood throughout the body. It supplies oxygen and nutrients to the tissues and removes carbon dioxide and nitrogenous wastes from the body. The heart beats approximately about seventy-two times per minute of our lives....

Healthy You

The start of the year is always a time for resolutions, making life decisions and promises for change. This ought to include a desire for a healthier lifestyle and a quest to the best version of oneself. Here are some valuable tips:- Exercise at least 30 minutes every...