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How to reach your health goals this year
5Jan
Posted in addiction & misuse, general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, weight, women's health
Whether you’re looking to lose weight, give up smoking, or just try something new, New Year’s Resolutions are tough! According to statistics, most people who set resolutions were likely to give up by 12th January. Here are some tips to … Continue reading
Top tips for beating the January blues
2Jan
Posted in general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, women's health
January can be a difficult time. Once the festive season is over, there are still two solid months left of dark, cold days to endure. For many of us, January is also a time where we feel our worst, and … Continue reading
Self Care Twitter Chat Highlights
25Nov
Posted in men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, women's health
To mark Self Care Week (18-24 November 2019) we hosted a live Self Care Twitter Chat, where individuals and organisations were invited to discuss self-care routines, mental health issues and more. We received a massive response, reaching over 119,817 views … Continue reading
25Nov
Posted in anxiety, general health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management
A conversation I had with a recently arrived graduate in London inspired me to write this blog post. As it happens, this newbie reminded me of how, at some stage, it becomes so easy in London to lose track of … Continue reading
Key findings of the Health Profile for England report
12Nov
Posted in 50+ & life, general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, women's health
The Health Profile for England report was published in September 2018 and is a comprehensive report covering life expectancy, major causes of death, mortality trends, child health, inequality in health, wider determinants of health and current health protection issues. The data and … Continue reading
5 effective ways to prevent loneliness this winter
6Nov
Posted in 50+ & life, anxiety, general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, women's health
According to a recent study, lonely people who suffer with heart problems are up to three times more likely to die one year after being hospitalised and discharged. However, it’s not just those with heart problems that are affected. Loneliness … Continue reading
5 easy ways to get active during winter
25Oct
Posted in fitness & exercise, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, women's health
Darker mornings and evenings, freezing cold weather and constant rain all make it very difficult to motivate ourselves into staying fit and healthy during winter. If you’re struggling to stay inspired to stick to a fitness regime, or would just … Continue reading
How Anxiety Arrived With the Menopause
15Oct
Posted in 50+ & life, anxiety, mental health, mental wellbeing, women's health
Anxiety is one of the most common symptoms of the menopause, yet it’s not one that is immediately associated with this period of change during a woman’s midlife. When you think of the menopause, you probably think of hot flushes. … Continue reading
How to look after your mental health
10Oct
Posted in anxiety, fitness & exercise, general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, women's health
As today is World Mental Health Day and this week is Mental Health Awareness week, we wanted to share with you a few ways that can really help improve your mental health. Mental health is something that affects lots of … Continue reading
How to overcome autumn anxiety
27Sep
Posted in anxiety, fitness & exercise, general health, healthcare, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, sleep, Stress management, women's health
This week marked the official start to autumn and for many of us, the change in season brings lots of new changes and challenges. The days get shorter, which means less sunlight and vitamin D, and the weather gets colder … Continue reading
7 reasons you have brain fog & what to do
27Sep
Posted in 50+ & life, allergies, allergy, dementia, general health, headaches, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, sleep, women's health
Brain fog is a term you may have used before to describe a moment where you forget what you were saying or doing but it could be a symptom of a more serious medical condition. Brain fog can be associated … Continue reading
Buddy up – The key to a healthier you
23Sep
Posted in fitness & exercise, mental wellbeing
So, come on, how many times have you talked yourself out of going for a jog? We hear it all the time; I am so unfit, It’s raining, it’s too hot, I haven’t got the right gear, I just don’t … Continue reading
Antidepressants, students & mental health care, sugar tax & tea-drinking benefits
20Sep
Posted in 50+ & life, anti-ageing, children's health, general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, weight, women's health
Missed out on all the latest health news this week? Catch up now… Most common antidepressant does little to relieve depression symptoms New research suggests that the most common antidepressant actually does little to relieve symptoms of depression. The largest … Continue reading
17Sep
Posted in bowel, complementary treatments, general health, healthcare, IBD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, mental health, mental wellbeing, SPECIFIC CONDITIONS, Stress management, talkhealth
“Do something your future self will be thankful for,” -unknown Imagine, two individuals, experiencing similar chronic health issues go to the doctor’s office. The first one roughly explains their symptoms, doesn’t feel prepared, is in a deep desire for relief, … Continue reading
Diet drink risks, suicide rates, vegans & strokes & more
6Sep
Posted in general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, weight, women's health
Check out our health roundup, featuring all the latest health news from this week. Two diet drinks a day can increase death risk by 26% Consuming two or more diet drinks a day can increase your chances of dying by … Continue reading
30Aug
Posted in anxiety, general health, headaches, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, skin, sleep, Stress management, women's health
According to the Mental Health Foundation, these days more than 32% of people in the UK keep thinking about work all the time, ¼ actually places their own personal health at risk just to meet deadlines and 1/5 believes that … Continue reading
Dealing with Stress – How to prevent anxiety from ruining important relationships
23Aug
Posted in general health, headaches, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, women's health
Chronic stress is a bummer. It can have a devastating effect on the body. It can lead to low energy, loss of libido, stomach problems, headaches, insomnia and more. Not only will the body be an absolute wreck when experiencing … Continue reading
21Aug
Posted in anxiety, bowel, general health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, mental wellbeing
“Some days there won’t be a song in your heart, sing anyway.” – Emory Austin Recovery takes everything you don’t feel like you have. It takes the energy you scrape from the bottom of the barrel to someday feel normal … Continue reading
Daily wellbeing practice in setting boundaries for greater self compassion, respect, and happiness
19Aug
Posted in anxiety, general health, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, talkhealth, women's health
🌺🌿💜🤸🏻♂️😊🤸🏻♀️💜🌿🌺 “Daring to set boundaries is about the courage to love ourselves, even when we risk disappointing others.” – Brene Brown 🌿 I am learning to love and accept who I am right now. It is a practice I have been … Continue reading
12Aug
Posted in addiction & misuse, anxiety, bowel, complementary treatments, general health, headaches, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, nutrition, Stress management, talkhealth, women's health
🌺 As a sufferer of Anxiety my whole life, I have learned and practiced some affective strategies that have enabled me to overcome the fear-based personality that was once stopping me from living a happy and free life, and reaching … Continue reading
Look After Your Mental Health With A Good Night’s Sleep
6Aug
Posted in general health, mental wellbeing, sleep
There’s a close relationship between sleep and mental health. Lack of sleep can affect mental health but mental health problems can also affect how well you sleep – both the quantity and the quality of it – so it’s extremely … Continue reading
What does abundance mean to you? 🦋🌸💞✨💥💫
5Aug
Posted in anxiety, general health, healthcare, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, nutrition, Stress management, talkhealth, women's health
To me it means knowing we are totally in control of our own health & happiness. 🌿 A mindset that always sees the best in every situation, whether it brings an abundance of joy or teaching us to grow through … Continue reading
Simple steps for growing your daily wellbeing & long term happiness
30Jul
Posted in anxiety, IBD, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, mental health, mental wellbeing, nutrition, pain, Stress management, women's health
🌺 Know what your body needs to heal & meal prep in advance to make it easier for you to stay on track. 🌿 Drink plenty of water daily. Take a thermos with you so you can fill with hot … Continue reading
30Jul
Posted in arthritis, bowel, cancer, coeliac disease, complementary treatments, diabetes, dry skin, eating disorders, fertility & infertility, general health, heart disease, hypothyroid, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, liver disease, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, nutrition, pain, skin, Stress management, talkhealth, thyroid disorders, weight, women's health
You may already know of the many benefits of going Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Flexitarian; 🌺 To name a few: * Better digestion * Improved metabolism * Improved energy levels * Improved circulation * Healthy weight loss * Improved detoxification ability … Continue reading
NHS Texting Results, Skin Cancer Rates, Child Mental Health & More
19Jul
Posted in children's health, general health, healthcare, men's health, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, women's health
Have you missed out on the health news this week? Catch up now. In other news, we’ve heard the weather is set to turn this weekend so have your umbrellas at the ready! NHS plans to text patients results The … Continue reading
Feeling run down? Tired all the time? Running on empty?
17Jul
Posted in general health, men's health, mental wellbeing, sleep, Stress management, women's health
Getting really good quality sleep can make an enormous difference to our health and wellbeing. Here are my top ten tips for getting a really good night’s sleep. Some may be surprising! Continue reading
18Jun
Posted in cosmetic surgery, mental wellbeing
By Christopher Inglefield, plastic surgeon and medical director at the London Transgender Clinic. Around forty per cent of transgender people have attempted to take their own lives at some point in time. That’s a shocking, harrowing statistic, supplied by the National … Continue reading
Trauma in childhood can affect your health
3Jun
Posted in general health, mental health, mental wellbeing, psoriasis, psoriasis, Stress management
In the mid 90s a team of researchers from a private healthcare company in America made a startling discovery. They asked over 17,000 people about their experiences of abuse and trauma in childhood, and followed them over 15 years. They … Continue reading
28May
Posted in general health, healthcare, mental wellbeing
Unpaid carers are a lifeline to those they look after and are of huge benefit to society as a whole. A staggering 7 million of us in the UK are carers and so the relief to NHS services is truly … Continue reading
The long-term effects of concussion in sport
22May
Posted in dementia, fitness & exercise, mental wellbeing
Concussion in sport is an issue that’s hit the headlines with increasing frequency over the last few years, but how much do we really know about the long-term effects of head injuries? What do we know so far? In short, … Continue reading
8May
Posted in general health, mental health, mental wellbeing
Depression is a severe mental disorder and usually is not taken very seriously. For the majority, depression is almost the same thing as being sad. However, a person with depression knows the difference. Living with depression is one of the … Continue reading
Going On Holiday with ME / CFS and Fibromyalgia
16Apr
Posted in men's health, mental wellbeing, sleep, women's health
I used to really look forward to my holidays, but when I became ill with ME, the thought of going away… honestly – it became a bit of an ordeal for me. This can happen when you are struggling with … Continue reading
2Apr
Posted in general health, mental wellbeing, sleep
We spend a third of lives doing it. It’s vital to our health and wellbeing. And yet we don’t always pay enough attention to why we need it! The answer of course is sleep – something that every single one … Continue reading
Apple Watch ECG, Tampon Tax Fund, Wine Cancer Risks & More
28Mar
Posted in anxiety, general health, healthcare, heart disease, mental health, mental wellbeing, women's health
Have you not had time to catch up on all the latest health news this week, 29th March? Don’t worry! We’ve summarised some of the key stories for you. Drinking one bottle of wine causes the same cancer risks as … Continue reading
Listen To Your Body – It Knows What It’s Talking About
26Mar
Posted in general health, men's health, mental wellbeing, women's health
Many things contributed to my recovery from ME. Many, many things actually: Getting the nutrition and supplements right to support my body in starting to fire up the processes that it had forgotten how to do properly Protecting my weak … Continue reading
DIY Cervical Cancer Kits, Stress Dogs in Schools, Superdrug Breast Checks & More
22Mar
Posted in anxiety, cancer, children's health, mental wellbeing, women's health
If you’ve not had time to catch up on all the latest health news this week (22nd March), don’t worry! We’ve summarised some of the key stories for you. Dogs needed to reduce stress in schools The University of Buckingham … Continue reading
Adjusting To A Chronic Illness Diagnosis
21Mar
Posted in diabetes, heart disease, mental wellbeing
Around 15 million people in the UK have a diagnosed chronic illness and recent research indicates that this number is only going to increase. In the UK, the most common chronic illnesses are asthma, diabetes and coronary heart disease. … Continue reading
A&E Waiting Times, Prostate Cancer Treatment, Cholesterol & More
14Mar
Posted in general health, mental wellbeing, prostate
If you’ve not had time to catch up on all the latest health news this week (11th March), we’ve summarised some of the key stories for you. A new drug to lower cholesterol A new type of drug, called Bempedoic … Continue reading
What is ‘healthy’ when you’re chronically ill?
13Mar
Posted in general health, IBD, mental wellbeing
It has been almost eight years since I first started feeling unwell. This was a something that niggled me at first but would go on to engulf my life at the ripe age of 22. I’ve written about my diagnosis … Continue reading
Health round up – exercise & weight loss, asthma & young people, PTSD
22Feb
Posted in 50+ & life, asthma & respiratory, fitness & exercise, mental health, mental wellbeing, weight
This week in the news about health (22 February 2019) we look at exercise and weight loss, young deaths in the UK from asthma and PTSD in young people. Short bursts of exercise is good for weight loss According to … Continue reading
15Feb
Posted in Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, mental wellbeing, talkhealth, weight, women's health
I’m the girl on Instagram showing my ‘best life’. I like to show off my love for fashion and life in general through pictures! This is the superficial me, I portray on my socials. Every since having IBS (c), I … Continue reading
“Be-friend your mind, be-friend your life: mindfulness and self-care”
13Feb
Posted in general health, mental wellbeing
1 in 5 people in the developed world live with chronic pain. 1 in 3 live with a long-term health condition (LTC). 2 out of 3 adults will experience mental illness over their lifetime. Advances in acute medical care are … Continue reading
8Feb
Posted in 50+ & life, anxiety, mental health, mental wellbeing, nutrition
This week in health (8 February 2019) some of the key stories are summarised below. And to help with your overall health and well-being, we’ve launched mywellbeing this week – a FREE support programme for anyone wanting to improve their physical … Continue reading
Cancer screening, social prescribing & antibiotic resistance
1Feb
Posted in anxiety, cancer, general health, mental wellbeing, Stress management
This week in health – 1 February 2019 This week one of the main stories has been about social prescribing. We also cover what might happen within in the NHS with a no deal Brexit. And cancer screening backlog and … Continue reading
Low Fodmap Diet is Not for Everyone
22Jan
Posted in allergies, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS, mental wellbeing, nutrition, pain, weight
Greetings! It is the IBS savvy teen, Laura. Being in the IBS community for quite some time, I thought I should share my experience with the lowfod map diet. If you do not know what that is, it is an … Continue reading
Correct portion size, diet, sandwich carers, cancer & more
18Jan
Posted in 50+ & life, anxiety, children's health, men's health, mental wellbeing, nutrition, sexual health
This week in health – 18 January 2019. This week we look at diet, portion size, research into concussion with premiership footballers, and teenage cancer and more. A snapshot of some of the key stories in health can be found … Continue reading
Chronic Pain and Mental Health
16Jan
Posted in anxiety, general health, mental wellbeing, pain
When it comes to our physical health problems, it’s important that we also consider our mental wellbeing. As a psychotherapist with a background in Health Psychology, the link between our physical and mental health is always at the forefront of … Continue reading
Super advice from our Ask the Expert session on work/life balance
20Dec
Posted in anxiety, mental health, mental wellbeing, Stress management
Work/life balance is probably underrated as a major factor in people’s mental wellbeing. The truth is that some people thrive on working long, hard hours and some people don’t. In contrast, some people want to work more than they currently … Continue reading
Why we can’t define human gender at birth
15Dec
Posted in mental wellbeing
As a surgeon who’s treated many patients transitioning from one gender to another, I know there are myriad complex reasons behind that decision, reasons which are not yet fully understood by science. But what we do know is that those in the trans community often suffer greatly just to get to … Continue reading
Walking with the Ramblers – the perfect way to keep fit in the great British countryside
14Dec
Posted in fitness & exercise, general health, men's health, mental wellbeing, Stress management, weight, women's health
Walking in the great British countryside can be one of the most relaxing and refreshing ways anyone can spend their free time. A little gentle exercise, fresh air and – in many places, wonderful views – are all well known … Continue reading
Girl with a story about her nine-year struggle with anorexia on Kickstarter
4Dec
Posted in eating disorders, mental health, mental wellbeing
To have anorexia is not a fad, it’s not your decision – which is what many people mistakenly believe. This is a serious psychological disorder that, in this particular category, has one of the highest mortality rates. No one wants … Continue reading
This week in health – 23 November 2018
23Nov
Posted in diabetes, mental wellbeing, psoriasis, Stress management
News about diabetes and mental health continue to top the agendas for the media channels – and these are topics that talkhealth really cares about, too. Catch up with the health news in just 2 minutes. Type 2 diabetes numbers … Continue reading
‘Ask the Expert – stress management’ summed up the feelings of the nation
15Oct
Posted in anxiety, mental wellbeing
Our monthly series of mental wellbeing sessions continued on Thursday last week (11 October) when we focused on stress management. Jayne Ellis and Teyhou Smyth kindly returned to answer people’s questions on this very sensitive subject. As usual with mental … Continue reading
Ask the Expert Anxiety day raised many issues
4Oct
Posted in anxiety, general health, mental wellbeing, talkhealth
With mental wellbeing and anxiety being such hot topics at talkhealth at the moment it’s no surprise that our Ask the Expert online clinic on these subjects last month was well attended. Here are talkhealth we never know what topics and … Continue reading
Can Psychic Readings Promote Emotional Health?
3Oct
Posted in general health, mental health, mental wellbeing
Psychic readings have been around since hope became a source of inspiration for many. Some critics and supporters claim to be for and against psychic readings and what they attempt to offer their clients. But whether or not the readings … Continue reading
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