Help and advice
You’ve probably heard that you should be eating ‘5 a day’ before, but have you ever wondered where the idea comes from, or why we hear so much about it?
Updated: Thursday 25 July 2024
Published: Thursday 30 May 2024
It’s no secret that getting more fibre in your diet is a great way to keep your digestive system healthy. Diets that are high in fibre are closely linked with a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
Updated: Wednesday 24 July 2024
Published: Wednesday 6 March 2024
If step counting is your thing, you’ll have seen the number 10,000 everywhere. Most of us have never stopped to think about where this number comes from. We’ve dived into the fact and the fiction of walking 10,000 steps a day to bring you the origins, health benefits, and studies surrounding this magic number.
Updated: Monday 22 July 2024
Published: Friday 15 September 2023
Couch to 5k is one of the most popular running programmes out there. Great for beginner runners looking to start their fitness journey, C25K is recommended by the NHS and balances walking, jogging, and running to build up to running the complete 5km distance.
Updated: Thursday 18 July 2024
Published: Thursday 4 January 2024
Lower back or lumbar pain is a common issue that will affect most people at some point in their lives. The lumbar region is located between the lowest rib and the top of the pelvis and is prone to pain that can be amplified by factors like a sedentary lifestyle, poor posture, and stress.
Updated: Thursday 11 July 2024
Published: Thursday 11 July 2024
A cervical smear test is used to assess the health of a woman’s cervix and to help prevent cervical cancer. It's understandable to be nervous about your test or curious about what's involved, especially if you've never had a smear test before.
Updated: Wednesday 10 July 2024
Published: Wednesday 10 July 2024
The health of your mind and body are intrinsically linked, but only 3 in 10 people acknowledge that exercise helps their mental health, according to latest data from our Healthier Nation Index. We'll discuss how physical activity can help to prevent and manage stress.
Updated: Monday 8 July 2024
Published: Monday 15 April 2019
If you’re returning to the gym after some time off or you’re a complete beginner, you might be wondering what you need to bring with you. Times change quickly, and with so many new and innovative gadgets out there, knowing what gear is essential and what isn’t can get confusing.
Updated: Tuesday 2 July 2024
Published: Tuesday 12 December 2023
Sweating is a normal bodily function, but for some people it becomes excessive, uncomfortable, and even embarrassing. Hyperhidrosis can occur in different areas and is defined as sweating that goes beyond what you’d normally expect given your physical condition or environment.
Updated: Thursday 27 June 2024
Published: Thursday 27 June 2024
Heat exhaustion is a potentially serious condition that usually occurs when we’re unprepared and dehydrated. Prevention is always the best course of action and knowing how to prepare and spot the signs can help keep you safe and make your time in the summer sun a lot more enjoyable.
Updated: Wednesday 26 June 2024
Published: Wednesday 26 June 2024
Ever started a new job and wondered if you’re good enough? If you answered yes, you might be experiencing imposter syndrome. Characterised by thoughts and doubts about your ability or competence, these feelings are often accompanied by worries about failure or “being found out”
Updated: Wednesday 26 June 2024
Published: Wednesday 8 May 2024
Flying is one of the most trusted methods of transport in the world today. Many of us silently dread the ascent to 30,000 feet and there are some minor and potentially severe ailments and conditions that can develop when we get there.
Updated: Monday 24 June 2024
Published: Monday 24 June 2024
Most of us have experienced a hangover at some point in our lives. We might be familiar with some of the physical symptoms that a hangover can cause, but feeling worried, anxious, or restless are just as common in certain people when they overconsume alcohol.
Updated: Wednesday 19 June 2024
Published: Wednesday 19 June 2024
If you think you or someone else is having a heart attack, you should dial 999 immediately. Recognising the signs and symptoms of a heart attack can help save lives and buy valuable time until the emergency services arrive.
Updated: Tuesday 18 June 2024
Published: Tuesday 18 June 2024
Recent research has highlighted alarming levels of inactivity among teenage girls. Data suggests that inactivity and sedentary time are two of the driving forces behind rising rates of poor mental health, obesity, and disinterest in sports and physical activity.
Updated: Friday 14 June 2024
Published: Friday 14 June 2024
Puberty is a time of physical and mental change that can be difficult for young girls to navigate. Expectations and pressure around school, parents, and different social groups can mean the benefits of physical activity, movement, and exercise get overlooked.
Updated: Friday 14 June 2024
Published: Friday 14 June 2024
Gyms are sweaty places. Whether you’re hitting the weights section or running on the treadmill, you’ve likely had a few sessions where you’re dripping wet wondering whether something is wrong.
We’re here to explore just what normal means and to dispel some common myths and misconceptions about the relationship between sweating and exercise.
Updated: Thursday 13 June 2024
Published: Monday 21 August 2023
Going to the gym shouldn't just be about working out, it can also be a place to meet new people, relax or have fun. Here, we run through our top things you can do to make the best of your gym membership.
Updated: Thursday 13 June 2024
Published: Wednesday 30 December 2016
Going to the gym for the first time doesn’t need to be daunting. Adam Hameed, personal trainer at Nuffield Health, offers some beginner workouts to help you feel confident and get the most out of your gym time.
Updated: Thursday 13 June 2024
Published: Wednesday 18 December 2019
Feel like you're too busy for a workout? Think again. Making time for your fitness will always pay off, so here's some tips from our Personal Trainers to help you keep on track with your health when time is short.
Updated: Wednesday 12 June 2024
Published: Monday 14 December 2015
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