8 top tips to help you stay healthy in lockdown With the nation plunged back into lockdown, many people are worried about the impact the restrictions will have on their physical and mental health. As restrictions continue and we head into winter, with all the added problems of cold and flu viruses, it’s more important
It may seem daunting, but switching to a gluten free diet might be easier than you think. Have you been recently diagnosed with coeliac disease and are switching to a gluten free diet but aren’t sure where to start? The good news is that you can easily introduce yourself to gluten-free foods and cooking without
New research identifies the dangers of Z-drugs for dementia patients Strong sleeping pills known as ‘Z-drugs’ (zopiclone, zaleplon, and zolpidem) are often prescribed to people with dementia for sleep disturbance. But a new study highlighting the dangers of Z-drugs for dementia patients reveals that stronger doses of these drugs are linked with an increased risk of
World Antibiotics Awareness Week is 18-24 November. This is supported in the UK by the ‘Keep Antibiotics Working’ Campaign. The World Antibiotic Awareness Week (WAAW) is a global action plan launched in 2015 by the World Health Organization (WHO) to tackle the growing problem of resistance to antibiotics and other antimicrobial medicines. One of
By encouraging the release of stem cells, StemEnhance Ultra helps improve our immune systems You may have heard something about adult stem cells being touted as the next ‘fountain of youth.’ Whilst we certainly wouldn’t concur with such a statement, adult stem cells are nonetheless a scientifically proven regenerative treatment for a wide variety of
Vegetarian for Life’s self-isolation survival guide to support vulnerable older adults. Vegetarian for Life (VfL) is the leading authority on diet and healthy living advice for older vegans and vegetarians. The charity has produced this self-isolation survival guide to support vulnerable older adults who are vegans or vegetarians (veg*n), but the content will no doubt
Treatment and support for eating disorders in children Every parent knows children may sometimes tend to form unhealthy eating habits, such as irregular mealtimes, eating junk food and dieting when they reach puberty. Although this can cause a fuss at dinner time, usually it is nothing to be alarmed about. However, eating disorders in children
To maximise the likelihood of full recovery, it is essential to take a holistic approach to addiction recovery. Around 10% of adults in the UK have used illicit drugs in the last year. While some are able only to use these substances occasionally and recreationally, others aren’t so fortunate. They may fall into a dark cycle
How effective is online talking therapy? Does it really work? More people are turning to online therapy every day, seeing it as a, safe, convenient, and cost-effective method of seeing a therapist. But does virtual therapy really work or is it just a fad? This article will look at the effectiveness of online talking therapy.
Packed With Smiles launches a Children’s Christmas Card Design Competition to support their fundraising The fundraising landscape has changed dramatically since the beginning of the COVID pandemic, making it more challenging to raise money across all charities and sectors. Packed with Smiles, a local registered charity based in Southend on Sea and covering South East