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Quote of the week
“The mere fact of being able to call your job your passion is success in my eyes.” – Alicia Vikander How did you discover your passion? Let us know in the comments!
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National bodies plan to improve health and wellbeing outcomes through England’s national parks
An accord between National Parks England and Public Health England explains how the two organisations plan to take joint action on improving health and wellbeing through England’s national parks. England has 10 national parks: the Broads, Dartmoor, Exmoor, Lake District, New Forest, Northumberland, North York Moors, Peak District, South Downs and Yorkshire Dales. These parks…
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World Reflexology Week prep package to keep you on your toes
World Reflexology Week is nearly upon us! Are you ready? We are! In addition to the marketing materials available for members, our shop now offers a reflexology bundle! It has everything you need to prepare for the events, offers, and other promotions you may be running. Be sure to get yours now! Keep an eye…
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Regain control with six simple time-management tips
Many of us feel that we just don’t have time to do all the things we would like to. This can be overwhelming and detrimental to your health. It may also leave you feeling that you are not in control of your life. The NHS (via Twitter) has recently highlighted how good time-management can address…
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Quote of the week
“Life was meant to be lived. Curiosity must be kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.”– Eleanor Roosevelt Has your curiosity improved your life? Let us know in the comments!
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10 minutes of brisk walking each day can help combat inactivity in people over 40
International evidence and the UK Chief Medical Officers’ (CMOs) guidelines support the idea that general health benefits will be achieved with 150 minutes of physical activity each week, equating to just under 22 minutes of exercise each day. While supporting these guidelines, researchers from Public Health England recently looked at the benefits of brisk walking…
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Eczema may be triggered by deficiency in the skin barrier
Scientists from Newcastle University and Stiefel have discovered that a protein in the skin barrier could be key to triggering eczema. The protein, called filaggrin, is said to impact other proteins and pathways in the skin, leading the development of eczema. Atopic eczema affects up to 10% of adults and 20% of children in the…
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Quote of the week
“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated.” – Maya Angelou What setbacks have you encountered? Let us know in the comments!
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Increasing cases of knee osteoarthritis could be due to more than age and weight
Cases of osteoarthritis of the knee have dramatically increased in prevalence since the mid-twentieth century, which is largely believed to be due to rising obesity rates and people living longer. However, not convinced with this, a group of scientists recently conducted a study, comparing skeletons of people from the early industrial era (who died between…
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Quote of the week
“The way you tell your story to yourself matters.” — Amy Cuddy Tell us about your story in the comments!
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Leamington Spa: Your guide to an amazing evening
You’ve read up on our FHT Excellence Awards finalists, or possibly are one (in which case, congratulations!). You’ve seen the posts on social media…sparkling drinks reception, three course meal, a winter theme and a dance floor with your name on it. Maybe you’ve even already booked your tickets, to take advantage of the early bird…
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Anti-pollution skincare sales surge by 30%
Sales of prestige anti-pollution skincare in the UK have grown by 30% in the past six months, according to the NPD Group, a global information company. Furthermore, sales of anti-pollution face masks have increased even more dramatically, by as much as 112% in the first half of this year, while a 62% growth was reported…
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