Taking on Dry January is a popular way to embark on a new year health kick – but did you know that alcohol is linked to more than 60 health conditions… and the wellbeing benefits of a month without it go much further than you may think? So with another…
This Christmas, M&S Food is putting charity firmly at its heart. In a year when charity funding has declined almost 25%, M&S Food is proud to donate £10,000 to Swansea-based charity project, Matthew’s House, an initiative of the Hill Church Charity, in recognition of the volunteering efforts of local colleague Suzy…
2020 has been a monumental year so far and it is no wonder that people’s sleep has been negatively impacted by recent events; financial worry, childcare stress, loneliness and health concerns are all preventing the nation from nodding off. With research revealing that the number of people suffering from insomnia and sleep…
The festive period is a time to express gratitude, bond and make memories with your loved ones. For pet owners, furry friends unquestionably qualify as a loved one – 95% of dog owners and 93% of cat owners agree that owning their pet makes them happy, according to veterinary charity…
Despite being a highly debated subject in the worlds of science and health, there are valid claims that high levels of exposure to EMFs (electromagnetic frequencies) from wireless devices can cause some people to experience reduced energy, headaches, sleep disturbance and fatigue. And given that during lockdown alone UK adults…
If the changing season, short dark days, dreary weather – and now lockdown 2.0 – is leaving you feeling lethargic and lacking in energy, you’re not alone. Winter fatigue is a common condition affecting millions of people in the UK – often setting in with the same seasonal regularity of…
Independent SAGE is calling on the government to support ‘alternative’ Christmas celebrations such as communal outdoor or online activities so that “noone is left alone this winter”. The panel of expert scientists also warns that any easing of restrictions on households mixing must be matched by a sustained information campaign…
New research (1) by Les Mills clearly shows that regular sessions of ‘new-generation yoga’ can help banish the lockdown blues, increase sleep quality and boost mental health. ‘New generation’ yoga blends elements of yoga with Tai Chi and Pilates with mindfulness in a workout format with BODYBALANCE™ by Les Mills,…
A Swansea-based charity which feeds vulnerable people has been able to ramp up the number of meals it provides to those in need thanks to M&S’s food redistribution programme. Matthew’s House said that the the popular high street retailer’s programme has enabled them to provide over 12,000 meals to the…
LEADING Welsh independent school Christ College Brecon welcomed a herd of furry friends as part of a wellbeing afternoon for young pupils. Six alpacas from local business Alpaca My Boots visited the school ahead of the half term holiday on October 23, surprising twenty-three year 7 pupils during their personal…
