Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a hormone-related response that’s experienced by an estimated 80% of women every month at around the usual time of their periods. Symptoms typically begin after ovulation (around a week before menstruation) and can last until the first day of the period. No one knows ...

We can’t believe it either, but another year has come and just about gone. That means it’s almost time to break out the champagne and your most festive NYE attire. It also means it’s time to get serious about your well-being. The New Year 2021 is a blank canvas, and we’re here to help you turn it ...

Winter. Ah, let's face it: Wintertime is one of the worst seasons for staying fit and healthy. It's so tempting to stay in bed under the covers all day or to stay cosy with a cup of hot chocolate on the couch while watching our favourite holiday movie. While there's room for all these things, we ...

Some of us may be more familiar with the symptoms that irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) present than others. The common problems are bloating, abdominal pain and being gassy. Much research and many studies have been conducted with the aim of finding cures and methods of managing IBS. The majority are ...

Getting proper sleep is essential for good health. Sleep is when your body replenishes itself, all the way down to a cellular (and yes, even atomic) level. If you don’t get enough sleep or quality sleep, your body won’t recover as well and you’ll likely feel groggy and grumpy the next day. If ...

Keeping a decent amount of variety in your exercise routine is not only helpful when it comes to boredom and staying motivated, but it also helps to create a more balanced and well-rounded physique while making sure you are targeting all your major muscle groups. Starting and getting better in ...

With millions of us leading increasingly busy lives, it’s normal to feel fatigued and run down from time to time. If the tiredness you are experiencing is related to the lifestyle you lead, there are many things you can do to boost your energy levels. Whether you’re heading to the office, running ...

At some point in your gym career, you will hit the dreaded ‘plateau’. Sure enough, you’ll be putting the time in, merrily lifting away them bam! All of a sudden the weight will stop increasing, the reps will start failing and the only thing growing will be frustration. This series of articles, ...

Reiki is a technique that focuses on energy to help the individual heal, relax and reduce stress. It's a spiritual, vibrational technique that aims to bring balance to the human body. You can get a healing treatment from a professional, or you can practice Reiki regularly to see the effects on ...

Alexis Brink is the CEO of the Jin Shin Institute in New York City, USA where she maintains a private practice. Her journey into healing started as a 25 year-old dancer from Holland looking to heal a challenging knee injury sustained from endless hours of dance practice and performance while she ...