Seasonal Health

Updated: Friday 14 February 2020

The sun, your skin and the science between

Caution is key when spending time in the sun. GP and Nuffield Health Dermatology Lead, Dr Unnati Desai explains how UV radiation causes skin cancer.

Updated: Tuesday 14 January 2020

5 healthy mocktail recipes

Going alcohol-free doesn't have to mean drinking endless orange juice or water. Mary Cotter's mocktail recipes will help you toast in style.

Updated: Friday 3 January 2020

Injuring yourself on the mountain can be a scary and frustrating time. Nuffield Health Senior Physiotherapist Andrew Letheren offers some sage advice for what to do if you take a tumble on the slopes.

Updated: Thursday 21 November 2019

Winter warming spicy butternut squash soup

As the days get cooler, we continue our recipe series with this classic to warm you up.

Updated: Tuesday 19 November 2019

7 ways to avoid catching the cold

The temperature is dropping and the days are getting shorter. As we head into winter we’re all at a greater risk of catching colds or the flu, but there’s lots you can do to boost your immune system to help avoid the misery.

Updated: Friday 15 November 2019

How to beat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as winter depression or winter blues, is thought to affect 1 in 15 people in the UK. Gosia Bowling, Prevention Lead at Nuffield Health explains the symptoms and how to deal with them.

Updated: Wednesday 13 November 2019

How to spot, treat and prevent the flu

With winter comes colder weather, darker nights and that inevitable virus that’s ‘doing the rounds’ but how do you know if it’s flu? Justin Jones, Head of Physiology & Clinical Development at Nuffield Health looks at how to recognise, treat and prevent the symptoms of flu.

Updated: Monday 11 November 2019

5 tips to protect your skin this winter

During the colder months, a combination of lack of sunlight and harsh, wintery conditions can leave skin parched, flaky and dull. Dr Unnati Desai, Dermatology Lead and Emma Williams, Beauty Operational Support Manager at Nuffield Health discuss five key things you can do to take care of your skin in the winter.

Updated: Monday 20 May 2019

20 tips for a healthy summer body

Maximise the feel-good vibes of your holiday this year with these healthy summer body tips from our experts in nutrition, skincare and fitness.

Updated: Tuesday 5 February 2019

Workout to get ready for your ski trip

This workout has been specifically designed to get you fit for ski season.

Updated: Friday 14 December 2018

Comment: You don’t have to give up on tanning to protect yourself in the sun

As the sun starts to shine Jay Brewer, Professional Head of Clinical Wellbeing, provides advice on the sensible way to achieve a golden tan.

Updated: Tuesday 10 July 2018

Tips for a healthier holiday

The sun is shining, the beach is beckoning and you are teeming with excitement at the thought of taking a well-earned break. But leaving everyday life behind doesn’t mean you have to abandon a healthy lifestyle.

Updated: Wednesday 2 May 2018

Fast tips for glowing, healthy skin

Our skin is so important for our health and our confidence, but looking after it can feel like a struggle. It just takes a few quick changes to make all the difference. Jay Brewer offers some tips.