Meditation is a mind-body practice that focuses on the interaction between the brain, mind, body and behaviour. I see meditation as a tool for awareness and focus, Psychotherapy as a tool of actively changing perception and Buddhism as a holistic…
I’ve recently seen a large number of friends post about this documentary, as reference to an ensuing decision to adopt a Vegan lifestyle. I think a vegan lifestyle, albeit restrictive, can be predominantly healthy due to its focus on increasing…
Derren Brown is one of the world’s most infamous ‘mentalists’, a performer seemingly adept at every supernatural skillset from telepathy and hypnosis, to clairvoyance and mediumship. Paradoxically, he does not claim to possess any such paranormal abilities and his acts…
In typical mainstream media fashion, what was once the Messiah of the wellbeing world has now been unveiled as a demon in disguise. Having spent a good half of the year slathering its miracle juice all over your body, incorporating…
This is a question many Family Practitioners are all too familiar with, yet there still seems to be a lot of confusion around the topic. Here we shall explore the options around taking a break from hormonal contraception. One of…
Top 5 Healthy Christmas Gift ideas Like the sound of a foghorn at the start of a race, the release of the John Lewis Christmas Advert has signified that the Christmas shopping season has officially begun. The Black Friday sales…
What is vegan cheese? Veganeese, Coconut Cheese, ‘Gary‘ – whatever you decide to call it, vegan cheese isn’t actually cheese at all. This dairy-free alternative is usually a coconut oil and soya-based alternative that has been created to mimic our…
Despite the 4 hour road trip from London (2 hours by train), I recently seized the opportunity to clear my lungs and venture up North for a luxury spa escape in Ribby Hall Village – yes, an entire spa village…
Having launched in Vauxhall with bookings being made up to 10pm, 7 days a week (including a waiting list for ‘overnight floats’), FloatWorks seems to be rapidly achieving its plight to foster a new trend on the wave of Mindfulness…
What is Kefir? It’s a nutritious, natural probiotic source that’s effectively made from fermented milk. It’s similar to yoghurt but has more of a drinking-yoghurt consistency. Cows milk or goats milk are traditionally used (coconut milk if you prefer dairy free)…
Leisha Mulvey has written a very personal Guest Post about mental wellbeing after recovering from anorexia a few years ago. The following summarises her long journey towards creating a healthier mindset about food and fitness, as well as overcoming…
