Self care
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
Our Library is packed with personal stories and in-depth research-
based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.
Raise your hand if you learned about vaginal discharge growing up. No? What about cervical mucus and your cycle? No one? We thought not. In your parents’ and teachers’ defense, they likely didn’t know much about them. But that doesn’t
Have you noticed that you start to get cravings before your period? Do you sometimes crave strange foods? Today we are going to talk about periods and cravings. What are cravings? Cravings are the urge that you might feel to
Have you heard of pre and probiotic foods? Do you know how they affect your gut health? Today we’re going to talk about the bacteria in our guts, why gut health is essential for healthy hormones, and how pre and
If you’re anything like us, you probably spend a lot of the month at the mercy of your hormones. You make plans when you’re full of beans, only to cancel thanks to cramps and PMS. Predicting how you’re going to
Ah, ‘tis the season. Cue the repetitive barrage of ‘Have you pre-ordered your turkey?’ and ‘When’s your tree going up?’. And yet 36% of us are too embarrassed to admit that we experience feelings of isolation during the festive season.
If you’re anything like us, then you’re no stranger to the appearance of acne. And you’ll no doubt be completely unsurprised to hear that your Menstrual cycle is often to blame. But how can you tell whether you’re experiencing a
Inflammation and chronic inflammation is a problem that affects millions of people, and can affect the body in countless ways. In many cases, it is caused by certain foods. And yes, you’ve guessed it, they are the usual culprits; red
Do you find it difficult to switch off at the end of the day? Is your mind still racing as your head hits the pillow, and however many darned sheep you try and count, sleep remains as elusive as a
Learning to manifest your dreams and goals has taken a bigger stage over the last few years since the publication of a book called ‘The Secret’. But is it really as simple as it sounds? “We are what we think.
I remember first really learning about feminism; I think a lot of us start off in the same way. And one of the things that caught my early adolescent eye, was shaving. I saw the adverts, both on TV and
As we get older, our bodies change and our metabolism adjusts. We go through a roller coaster of hormonal shifts and have babies. So it’s a good idea to pay attention to what you are eating depending on how old
2020 has been full of surprises. Today, most of us are living a new normal we never would have ever dreamed of before. We’ve overcome obstacles and adjusted nearly every part of our lives, uncertain of what the future holds.
Let’s face it darlings, there’s not been much to celebrate or laugh about this year has there? COVID-19, lockdowns, social isolation and social and political unrest. But in today’s world of high-tech gadgets and gizmos, medicinal remedies for anything, and
Pearly whites, chompers, ivories, choppers or gnashers, whatever you call your teeth, it’s imperative you look after them. We don’t just mean brushing; but checking what we should be eating (and not eating) and keeping an eye on the general
We’ve all heard of holistic health in one way or the other. Whether through natural medicines, essential oils, ancient medicines or meditation; the rising popularity for natural alternatives for modern problems has caught a lot of people’s attention. But what
Subscription boxes are not just eccentric thoughtful gift ideas. As a way for you to gift your [bestie] with something she has wanted but would never buy for herself or a lot of her favourite things. It was predicted that
I’m sure you’ve heard about crystals by now but what are crystals? Do they work and if so what are the benefits of crystals. Let’s dive straight in with the most basic question. What are Crystals? What are Crystals, is
Migraines are a very personal issue for me, as I have suffered from them since I was a teenager. At their best, if I catch the migraine attack early enough and take some very strong painkillers, I will just have
Gravity blankets, have you heard of those? If someone asked you “how do you sleep at night?” would you reply – Not bad? Counting sheep? Still awake worrying into the wee small hours? If you do, there’s countless over-the-counter remedies
There are so many vitamins out there, it can be pretty confusing working out which ones we should be taking, what we get from food and when we’re popping too many pills. Here’s your lowdown on the vitamin benefits for
In this busy and tiring world it is important to take time to look after yourself, especially in lockdown. But many people don’t know where to begin. In this article I will talk about 6 self care basics. These you
Nowadays, we are bombarded with a seemingly never-ending list of supplements that we are apparently supposed to take. Is it any wonder health anxiety is so rampant at the best of times – and now, it is more widespread than
Time for some much needed self-care tips! We all need to add self-care to our daily routines – to boost our confidence and give our self-esteem a little pep talk. But with busy lives and families that come first, there’s
When I first heard about journaling, which is many years ago now. I did think, how is that going to help me? I didn’t understand how writing things down would affect me. I really didn’t think it would make me
I’m sure most people have heard of Reiki, but are not sure what it actually is. Some people swear by it and have sessions on a regular basis, and some people think it’s just a load of mumbo jumbo. So
What Are The Vata Characteristics? Vata energy Vata Dosha is the energy that governs movement and communication in the body. When we think of the Vata Dosha its characteristics are motivated, energetic and adaptable. It is associated with ether and
Self-care is a phrase that by now, we hear on a daily basis. We’re encouraged to practice self-care, to incorporate things into our routines that improve our physical and mental well-beings. But actually, developing and establishing these new routines isn’t
Don’t lose who you are, in the blur of the stars Seeing is deceiving, dreaming is believing, It’s okay not to be okay… — Who You Are (Jessie J) Life. The school of hard knocks. Sometimes you win, sometimes you
What is Sobriety? Sobriety, as a word, actually means a few different things. Firstly, it does not mean abstinence. Rather, it means simply not being intoxicated. It can also be a synonym for solemn, serious, thoughtful, practical/pragmatic and in these
It’s likely you’ve heard a lot about CBD oil recently; whether it’s reading about its medicinal properties or buying products emblazoned with the cannabis leaf, it’s clear the cannabis plant is having a revival. As more scientific research is invested
