It was my 33rd birthday this week and ironically that same day there was a piece of research published by British social networking website “Friends Reunited” stating that 33 is the happiest year of our lives. Apparently 70 per cent of people over 40 picked 33 as their happiest age. One in three surveyed found … Read more
Health Benefits of a Smile: Smiling can boost your mood by releasing feel good chemicals like serotonin and endorphins into your brain, give it a go if you are feeling down! These chemicals can also provide natural pain relief, what can be better than a free, natural drug? Smiles are contagious and brighten up the … Read more
Often in life the biggest form of stress comes from the pressure that we put on ourselves to meet our own standards and the perceived expectations of those around us. Who decides how life “should” be and is this really helpful? When you expect a lot of yourself, others and the world around you then … Read more
One of the main ways to ensure that you and your family get a good balance of valuable nutrients is by “eating the rainbow!” Scientists have proven that by eating brightly coloured, fresh fruit and vegetables you can protect against certain cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure, cataracts, arthritis and even premature ageing! It is … Read more
I once worked as an occupational therapist in New Zealand on a wellness programme for clients with chronic health conditions. The focus was on encouraging and promoting self- management strategies to help achieve optimum health. One of the sessions that always sticks in my mind was based on an analogy by Steve Covey on time … Read more
Have you ever wondered why there are places in the world where life expectancy and general health is significantly higher than anywhere else in the world? This really interests me so I decided to do a bit of research. The following places particularly stood out as having some of the highest rates of longevity in … Read more
