Dr Michael Dixon is the National Clinical Lead for Social Prescription (NHS England), Medical Advisor to HRH Prince of Wales and Chairman of the College of Medicine in London. In this extended feature with Dr Dixon, we focus on health, wellness and the growth of social prescribing. It has now ...

Have you been wondering about CDB oil? Can it be an effective element in your fitness programme? Many people don't know that there are some pretty incredible supplements available nowadays, and it can take quite a bit of research to unearth the good ones. No worries though, we've got you covered. ...

With the increasing interest in kratom as a potent health and fitness supplement we thought it time to revisit the subject. There are quite a few strains out there that you can try if you're doing vigorous weight training or bodybuilding. But, what is the best kratom powder dosage for your fitness ...

Baru (or Dipteryx alata) is a species of the Fabaceae legume family. The tree is referred to as the “Baruzeiro” (in Portuguese) and its produce “castanha de baru” (literally baru nut) or “amêndoa de baru” (baru almond). We find the Baru tree in the Cerrado savanna, an area in midwest Brazil (the ...

We all know how important it is to drink water to stay hydrated but are we actually drinking enough? Most people don't drink enough water! A survey carried out by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) found that 89% of its study participants were not drinking enough water to keep their ...

Kratom or 'Mitragyna speciosa' is a Southeast Asian evergreen tree belonging to the coffee family. It is indigenous to Papua New Guinea, Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Malaysia. It has been used in traditional medicine since the 19th century and has a stimulant effect and opioid properties. ...

What’s the deal with the colourful lattes we’re seeing at all our favourite coffee shops? Is it seriously ok to drink such bright, almost fluorescent concoctions? The answer is yes. Rich in nutritional value, these botanical lattes can provide a healthy jump start to your day. Great for a sweet ...

The menstrual cycle involves many hormonal changes and the monthly loss of blood results in extra dietary requirements. I know we love our comfort food when that time of the month comes around, but maybe it's time to re-evaluate what we put into our bodies during our period. Find out about which ...

Tea. Something we Brits turn to in any and every situation. However, tea just might be the answer to more questions that you’d expect! Intrigued? Read on for these 5 Amazing Things You Can Do With A Tea Bag!    1. Stubborn Stains We all know the feeling - that patch of carpet that is just a ...

Chicory (also known as endive) comes from the dandelion family and can usually be recognised by its bright blue flowers. You can actually enjoy the entirety of the chicory plant! First off, the leaves are often eaten raw in salads but can be cooked to reduce their famously bitter flavour. Although ...