When we feel we're drowning in life's many challenges, we forget to apply coping mechanisms that are normally at arms reach. If we could learn to spot subtle signs of drowning in stress, we could really change our relationship with it, and how we can be there to help each other. 

Maintaining good mental wellness can be a challenge in the hustle and bustle of daily life and we are all susceptible to pushing it to one side if we aren’t consciously checking in with ourselves. Fortunately, there are several things we can do to maintain mental wellness as part of our daily routines.

One of the common issues that people want to understand is why they continue to self-sabotage.  We describe being really frustrated by our behaviour which appears to be, at the very least, getting in the way of our progress.

Stress is something that all of us experience. Stress can come from many areas, and we can often trace them back to big events in our lives. But something you may not be so aware of is the way that micro stressors affect our wellbeing.

When it comes to weight loss, both research and nutritionists agree that fad diets don’t work. Thanks to their restrictive nature, fad diets can leave you feeling discouraged and anxious when it comes to eating. 

Different foods can cause blood sugar dips or spikes, but tools such as glycaemic index (GI) and glycaemic load (GL) can fill you in on how your body will respond to what you're eating.

We are constantly bombarded with unsolicited nutrition advice, diet trends, and lofty promises to lose 10 pounds in a week. Because fad diets focus on quick results with hardly any effort, many people flock to them as an easy, go-to option for dropping excess weight. 

Manufacturers make protein powder by extracting protein from whole foods and then concentrating and preparing it into a powdered form. The source of the proteins used for pea and whey protein powders is one of the biggest differences between the two.

Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

How long older adults sleep could affect their brain health, according to a study recently published. Disrupted sleep is common in late life, the study authors wrote, and associated with changes in cognitive function -- the mental capacity for learning, thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, decision-making, remembering and paying attention. 

Setting new year’s resolutions can be overwhelming. So, here’s a compilation of new year’s resolution ideas that have been grouped by categories including career, personal growth, relationships, family & friends, financial, hobbies, and health & fitness.

While it's true that many Christmas treats are high in sugar, refined carbs, saturated fats and salt, there's plenty of healthy festive food. By managing your portions and finding a balance between treating yourself and restraint, you can still enjoy your food this Christmas.

Knowing what Christmas food to embrace and what to limit will empower you to make healthier choices throughout the festive season.

There is usually an abundance of alcohol during Christmas celebrations, and everyone should be wary not to drink to excess. If you have diabetes, you can usually enjoy drinking in moderation; however, you need to be extra cautious.

When your blood glucose level drops drops quickly and below a safe level,  this is called hypoglycaemia, or a ‘hypo’ for short. A hypo can be a scary thing for you to go through, but it can be managed effectively.

We all need fibre to keep our internal plumbing humming like a fine-tuned engine. But most UK adults only get about half the fibre they need each day. Fibre is a type of carbohydrate found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. It helps keep you regular, but it offers many other health benefits as well, especially for people with diabetes or pre-diabetes.

Fibre is incredibly important. Certain types of fibre may  promote weight loss, lower blood sugar levels, and fight constipation. Unfortunately, most Brits only consume about 18g of fibre a day. When in fact, we should be eating a minimum of 30g a day. Fortunately, increasing your fibre intake is relatively easy — simply integrate high fibre foods into your diet.

People with diabetes have to be especially careful about keeping their blood sugar levels under control and avoiding spikes in blood sugar. Various triggers can contribute to these spikes.

High blood sugar, also called hyperglycemia, occurs when there is too much glucose in the blood. High blood sugar is the primary symptom that underlies diabetes, but it can also occur in people who don’t have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, either because of stress or trauma, or gradually as a result of certain chronic conditions.