Category: Health
Half of population struggling with sleep during lockdown
More than half the UK population has struggled with sleep during the lockdown, a survey suggests. King's College London researchers said sleep problems were more common in people facing financial hardship, while two in five reported having more vivid dreams than usual. Some people have slept for longer than usual during lockdown, but without feeling…
Fancy Something New After Lockdown? Here’s Some Great Ideas
Photo by Jill Wellington from Pexels COVID-19 has put the world in lockdown. Many of us have had to stay at home, and we aren’t able to work or do our favourite things. This has resulted in a lot of people taking up a new form of exercise - don’t try to buy a bicycle…
Yoga tops list of online classes during lockdown
Yoga, High-Intensity Training and dance classes are among the most popular ways to stay in shape during lockdown.A study of 2,000 adults found that as a result of having to ration their exercise outside of the home, one in three are participating in online fitness sessions an average of three times a week. Aerobics,…
How to Avoid Going Crazy During the Coronavirus Pandemic
These are strange times we’re living in. In what seems like a blink of an eye, we’ve all had to do away with our regular life, and live a completely different life. While we all know that it’s important that we stay indoors, it’s far from easy. That’s why it’s important that you’re doing things…
Is lockdown making us more environmentally friendly?
Brits are hoping to become more environmentally friendly - as a result of lockdown restrictions. A study of 2,000 adults has found 70 per cent feel the measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus have had a positive impact on the planet. This has led to two-fifths planning to continue with some of their…
Top 50 online activities during Coronavirus lockdown
Live meditation sessions, music concerts and even visits to the zoo are among the Top 50 online activities taking place online as the nation adapts to ‘virtual living’. A study of 2,000 adults found many people have gone way beyond conference calls, keep fit sessions and online pub quizzes. Lockdown has forced us to find…
Things To Consider Before Becoming A Nutritionist
Dietitians are in demand. If you’re interested in food and nutrition and want to work for yourself, then becoming a nutritionist could be the career for you. Here’s what to consider first. What does a nutritionist do? A nutritionist is an expert in food and nutrition who can help people to make better food decisions…
Career Path: How to Become a Mental Health Worker
Millions of people suffer from mental health conditions in the U.S. Want to help them? Here's how to become a mental health worker. 1 in 5 adults in America experience mental illness each year. This number means that many people go untreated for their mental illness, because they don't have access to treatment. There is…
Veganism and celebrity gossip biggest ‘turn offs’ for Brits
Boring subjects most likely to make Brits 'turn off' during a conversation include celebrity gossip, veganism - and Meghan and Harry. A poll of 2,000 adults discovered what makes the nation prick up their ears, and what makes them tune out of a conversation. Rants about online dating, Brexit and diets are also likely to…
Five things in the bedroom that could be ruining your sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep isn’t always easy. From the food you eat to the amount of stress you’re under, there are a number of factors that can affect whether you’ll sleep soundly or be tossing and turning all night. And there’s one big factor that can often be overlooked – the bedroom itself. Not…
