Top 40 ways in which Brits get a boost – good news tops the list

Brits need three 'boosts' to get them through a typical day - with the first required as early as 9:12am. Research of 2,000 adults revealed those aged between 18-24 need the most boosts, with adults between 55-64 requiring the least. The biggest pick-me-ups were found to be getting some good news, the sun shining and…

Top 10 ways music affects humans

Scientists have uncovered new links to show how music affects humans in terms of body, mind and behaviours. A report combined the work of Dr David Lewis of Mindlab International with research of 3,000 respondents in the UK, Germany and Hungary. It covers 10 different reactions to music, including increasing memory function, feelings of happiness…

Office workers more productive after time outdoors

Office workers feel more productive and in a better mood after being in the great outdoors, according to new research.Productivity improved by 45 per cent from being outside for just 29 minutes - and 63 per cent feel better 'in themselves' after spending time in fresh air, according to the 2,000 office staff surveyed.And 57…