Lifestyle management

Willpower, commitments, time – sometimes it feels the world has set out to make it difficult to make the right lifestyle decision. Nuffield Health experts provide advice and insight on making the right decisions and keeping to them.

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Pelvic floor muscles play a part in a range of women’s health issues, from urinary continence to sensitivity during sex. Hayley Saunders, Physiotherapist at Nuffield Health, explains why and how to look after your pelvic floor muscles.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 March 2020

You'll be amazed by how simple it is to make your own vitamin D mask at home.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 5 April 2016

Want to live a healthier lifestyle? But struggle to find the time or motivation to eat better and stay active. Our experts share 20 simple hacks you can build into your daily routine to help improve your diet and get you moving.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

We often associate the summer with sunshine and feeling happier, however around 10% of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) cases occur during the warmer months.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 5 June 2024

Jade Kirke, Physiology Programme Lead at Nuffield Health, explains the connection between rest and blood pressure, and provides some tips to improve your sleep if you have high blood pressure.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 March 2023

Many women put up with these symptoms for years, not realising the damage they are doing to their health and fertility. Here's your need-to-know guide on the signs of endometriosis.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 16 March 2016

Consultant Ear Surgeon Mr Sanjay Verma explains four things you should know about having your stretched earlobes surgically repaired.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Monday 26 September 2016

Smear tests are a key part of looking after your health, but women can be anxious about the results. Nuffield Health's Medical Executive Director, Dr Davina Deniszczyz, explains the different types of smear results and what they mean for you.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 15 March 2016

Despite what photo editors in glossy magazines may want you to think, most women have cellulite. It is simply fat pushing against the connective tissue under your skin. We may not be able to get rid of cellulite, but we can lessen its appearance. Bodybuilder and Personal Trainer Abby Carpenter tells us how.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 5 April 2016

Most women will have a gap in their tummy muscles in their third trimester. This usually resolves within 3–6 months after giving birth but some mums are left with a gap – giving the classic “mummy pooch”. Minal Gadhia, Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, explains what causes a diastasis recti and gives her top tips on how to fix it.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Monday 13 September 2021

Stephen Trussell, Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, has put together a fun, full-body workout to get your kids moving.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 29 November 2019

Whether you're a regular or novice, entering the gym as a new Mum will have its fresh challenges. Adam Byrne, Wellbeing Personal Trainer shares his top tips for getting fit as a new Mum.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 27 March 2019

Discover activities that will help your family stay fit and well while having fun at the same time. You'll barely even notice you're exercising.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 27 February 2019

The years leading up to the menopause can be a difficult time due to the hormonal changes that occur, but help is available. Dr Unnati Desai, National Lead for GP Services at Nuffield Health explains the main symptoms that could mean you’re experiencing perimenopause, and how to get support.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 29 April 2016

Exercise is the most recommended way of managing polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) symptoms – formerly polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Our clinical regional fitness lead, Olivia Tyler, explains how exercise can help manage symptoms as well as providing some simple body weight exercises that you can incorporate into your day.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 2 September 2022

Tracking your period and the duration of your menstrual cycle can give you some valuable insights into your body's natural rhythm and further empower you to take control of your reproductive health.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 24 July 2023

Worried about an existing scar or how scarring will affect your appearance after surgery? Here’s our guide to healing well and reducing the appearance of scars.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 29 September 2016

Struggling to find the motivation to get or stay fit? Fitness says more about your future health than you may think. All you have to do is listen to your heart.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Friday 20 May 2016

Celebrities like Davina McCall and Mariella Frostrup have recently raised the profile of all things ‘menopause’. It’s no longer a word you need to whisper under your breath to your girlfriends. It’s okay to admit you’re ‘going through it.’ It’s even something you can talk to your manager about if you’re having issues at work. Jo Dafforn, Clinical Lead for Pelvic Health Physiotherapy explains the lesser-known pelvic symptoms of menopause and how to ease them.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 13 October 2021

Your diet could be having an effect on your skin's condition. Find out how adapting your diet could help relieve your symptoms of eczema.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Thursday 18 February 2016