Why Doctors Are Prescribing Mindfulness by Alison Runham

Mindfulness has gone from a buzzword to a therapy increasingly prescribed by doctors. So what’s it all about? […]

Sensational Summer Skin by Kate Duggan

Finding the right sun lotion for your skin isn’t easy if you have sensitive skin. Some are too greasy or leave a white residue, and others can trigger prickly heat or eczema. I’ve tried a lot of lotions in my quest and Green People’s Scent Free Sun Lotion (£22.50) is one of the best I’ve found so far. It’s gentle on skin, non-greasy, rubs in easily and contains chamomile, green tea and aloe vera to soothe and refresh skin. It’s also reef-safe and 30p from each sale is donated to the Marine Conservation Society. With an SPF of 30, it’ll do fine for my Cornwall holiday this year, although I might swap to Jason Sunbrellas Family Sun Block SPF45 in the unlikely event I get invited to somewhere a bit more tropical. See www.greenpeople.co.uk. […]

Stop Snoring by Alison Runham

Snoring is a common problem but shouldn’t be ignored. It can affect your sleep, mental health, physical health and relationships, and may also indicate sleep apnoea. […]

Finding Love and Fixing Heartbreak

Valentine’s Day means love is in the air, and research shows we’re generally healthier, happier and live longer if we’re in a relationship.

Yet break-ups can be devastating both during and after. So how can we start again and survive a split while remaining mentally healthy? […]

Healthier Festive Food Swaps

After weeks of festive foodie temptations, it’s easy to start the New Year a few pounds heavier and feeling far from fit. But the alternative isn’t avoiding treats altogether: it’s choosing the swaps you can live with. […]