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It’s really important to exercise and stay physically active as we get older. When you exercise, your body releases endorphins that energise your mood, relieve stress, boost your self-esteem, and trigger an overall sense of well-being. Regardless of your age,…
Hello Spring! It’s that time of year we have all been waiting for and we’re very excited – we can finally say goodbye to the winter blues. It feels like we’ve all had a long winter this time round but…
Sleep is an essential part of our health, we need it the way we need water, food and exercise. You may think you’re resting but actually, whilst you’re napping away, your body is working! There’s a reason why sleep makes…
Exercise… Some people dread the word, but it’s not as bad as it seems. The older we get, the more important it is to take care of our health. According to the NHS, adults aged 65 and over should aim…
Are you, or someone you know about to come home from hospital? If so, it’s very likely that your home will need to be adapted slightly for your return. If you think you may need some extra help around your…
Does snoring affect your ability to sleep? Snoring is a very common sleeping problem which, according to The British Snoring and Sleep Apnoea Association affects 15 million people across the United Kingdom. Whilst you may think your only option to avoid…
Recurring bouts of joint pain can have a serious impact on your life, preventing you from doing the things you enjoy, as well as stopping you from getting a good night’s sleep. If the pain continues over a long period…
Counting sheep has traditionally been used as a way of overcoming insomnia, with references dating back to more than 150 years ago. Normal advice is to picture a line of sheep jumping over a fence one by one keeping a tally…
Getting ready for the cold weather – which can start as early as October – means that you’re more likely to keep warm and well over the approaching winter months. Age UK have compiled a useful list of things you can do…
As we approach a certain age, many of us start to consider heart disease and what we can do to prevent it. To mark World Heart Day, we’ve put together this guide for improving your heart health with these useful…
Replacing an old mattress isn’t always a top priority, but if your mattress is over seven years old, it could be a haven for allergy-inducing dust mites… Did you know? A mattress over 7 years old has absorbed two baths of…
Making small changes to your day-to-day life can make a huge difference to your health and well being. Here we share 7 tips to avoid having a fall at home: 1. Keep active You are more likely to fall at home…
