Surviving Criticism: Top Survival Tips

Rebecca Lewis May 28, 2014

Criticism – we all try to avoid it. But it’s something we all experience from time to time. We get criticisms from our superiors at work, from our friends, companions, and even our loved ones. Whether we like it or not, we are constantly in situations where someone gives us negative feedback. It’s really painful hearing other people talk

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Hack Your Tea: Maximising the Green Tea Benefits

Sharon Moore May 28, 2014

It’s no secret that green tea is a super food. It’s one of the best nature has to offer. Numerous studies have linked green tea consumption with a wide range of health benefits, from faster metabolism to improved cardiovascular health and lower risk of diabetes and cancer. And if you’re trying to shed some pounds, this wonder drink is a g

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Simple Steps to Stay Mindful Everyday

Rebecca Lewis May 27, 2014

Many of us are too occupied with their daily responsibilities and obligations that they rarely have time to connect with their inner selves, focus and stay mindful. Fortunately, there are simple ways to stay mindful each day, despite your busy schedule. Begin your day with a quiet reflection. Start your day with mindfulness by giving yourself some tim

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2-Minuted HIIT Prevents Diabetes in Middle Aged Adults

Sharon Moore May 27, 2014

Researchers from Abertay University found that high-intensity training (HIT) not only reduces the risk of diabetes, but is also just as effective at doing so as the exercise guidelines currently recommended by the UK Government, which involves carrying out 30 minutes of exercise every week. A very common reason why most people fail to exercise is &lsquo

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The Secrets to a Long and Lasting Love

Lisa Franchi May 27, 2014

  “A long and lasting love Not many people find it But those who do their whole life through Put their heart and soul behind it…” Love. It is rooted in our hearts and minds. As social beings, we are hardwired to love. When the person we love doesn’t love us back, we feel hurt. The emotional pain lingers until we find anot

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Mental Illness Lowers Life Expectancy More than Heavy Smoking

Sharon Moore May 23, 2014

Scientists from Oxford University found that serious mental illnesses can reduce life expectancy by 10-20 years, which is equivalent to or worse than that for heavy smoking. Yet mental health has not seen the same public health priority, say the Oxford scientists, despite these stark figures and the similar prevalence of mental health problems. The r

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When Nightmares Won’t Go Away: Serious Diseases Linked to Nightmares

Lisa Franchi May 23, 2014

Nightmares. We all have them sometimes. Often, nightmares are a result of chronic stress, bad sleeping habits, and external/environmental factors. But did you know it can also be indicative of certain health status? All dreams occur during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. This is the stage where the brain processes emotional information and converts i

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Supporting a Loved One in Times of Grief

Amy Taylor May 23, 2014

Watching someone you love grieve is never an easy thing. It makes you suffer too. But often, we try to avoid friends and family members who are in grief because we don’t know what to say or do, and how to deal with them. We are hesitant to reach out because we are afraid that we might just aggravate their feelings. Fortunately, there are some things we

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Vegetable-rich Diet Early in Life Linked to 40 Percent Lower Risk of Heart Disease at Old Age

Rebecca Lewis May 22, 2014

Research shows that among the leading causes of death worldwide is cardiovascular disease – a largely preventable illness that can be avoided by following a healthy lifestyle, which includes proper diet and regular exercise. In a new study, researchers from the Minneapolis Heart Institute found that women who were eating a diet high in fresh fr

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Your Body on Anxiety

Amy Taylor May 22, 2014

We all get anxious at times. And you know the feeling. You know it makes you feel uncomfortable. It’s terrible, really. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from anxiety disorder, you should know how this mental issue could be ruining your health. Let’s take a look on what our body experiences whenever we are anxious and

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