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Relax with yoga and delicious Cretan cuisine

The Mistral, Crete’s premier boutique-style hotel for independent solo travellers, offers unique breaks themed on yoga, relaxation, wellbeing and healthy Mediterranean cuisine. Yoga, relaxation, and the chance to discover more …

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Research shows Britons would rather be unemployed than unhappy in their jobs

A new report from recruitment specialist Randstad reveals that British workers put their wellbeing above work. According to the Randstad work monitor report, 35% of people would rather be unemployed …

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Make Space for Girls charity using the law to make parks more inclusive

Campaigning charity Make Space for Girls says parks and public spaces don’t work for teenage girls. Most outdoor facilities in the country are primarily used by boys, leaving girls without …

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The benefits of walking: How to stay fit with a busy schedule

What are the benefits of walking? If you’re like most people, your answer probably involves losing weight and improving heart health. While these are both accurate statements, there is much …

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Do you really need to drink 6-8 glasses of water a day?

The Internet is full of health advice, and one piece of commonly repeated advice is to drink six to eight glasses of water per day. But do we need that …

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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated the introduction of extreme measures that have served as attempts to restrict the spread of SARS-CoV-2 across the globe. These measures, such as national lockdowns, …

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How walking in nature can help ease depression

Depression is one of the most common mental health problems. It can lead to a wide range of emotional and physical problems. Fortunately, there are many ways to treat depression. …

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Everything you need to know about chronic fatigue syndrome

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), also called Myalgic encephalomyelitis, is a debilitating disorder characterised by long-term fatigue and other symptoms that can make it hard to do everyday activities. What is …

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The top 5 benefits of mindfulness meditation

Mindfulness meditation has become one of the most popular forms of meditation in recent years. Many benefits come with practising mindfulness, including reducing stress and anxiety, improving mental clarity and …

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How yoga can help you lose weight and tone your body and mind

There are many benefits to yoga. Yoga can help you lose weight, tone your body, and improve overall health. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at …

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How to fall asleep fast: the ultimate guide

Insomnia is the most common sleep disorder, affecting around 1/3 of people. While there are many methods of treating insomnia, falling asleep fast is one of the goals for many …

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Chronic fatigue syndrome may be to blame for pupil absence

New research suggests chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS/ME) affects far more schoolchildren than was thought and may be a key reason for time off school. Previous estimates suggested around one to …

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Should you have the flu jab?

For most people, flu is unpleasant but not serious and doesn’t have long term effects on wellbeing. . You will usually recover within a week. However, certain people are at …

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is internationally known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the past 19 years, October has been used to highlight the subject, raise funds and research and encourage women to …

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Reduce your risk of getting diabetes

More than 2 million people in the UK have diabetes, and people from some cultures, including African Caribbean communities, have a higher risk than the rest of the population. Diabetes …

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Nature’s cures for menstrual cramps

Menstrual cramps are caused by a substance called Prostaglandin F2 Alpha (PGF2 Alpha). Research has discovered that this is released as the lining of the womb breaks down during the …

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5 Reasons why you should quit smoking

Disease from smoking was once a male domain but the evidence is now clear – women have caught up really quickly. Figures for smoking and smoking-related disorders (and consequently deaths) …

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How to reduce stress at work

Imagine working only four hours a day, nine months a year and earning all the money you need to do exactly what you want with all your free time. Does …

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