Tag: self-care
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Understanding Eye Health: Essential Tips for Care
The Importance of Eyes and How to Care for Them Why Are Eyes Important? Our eyes are remarkable organs that enable us to experience the beauty and intricacies of the world around us. They allow us to see colours, shapes, and movements, playing an essential role in our daily activities—from reading and driving to recognising…
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The Essential Role of Sleep for Your Health
How many mornings have you wished you could have a few more minutes sleep, or spent an evening looking forward to settling into your bed for a – hopefully – goodnight’s sleep. We can all recall those days when you have to drag yourself through the day after a poor night’s sleep! We all need…
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Understanding Mindfulness: Benefits and Practices
Mindfulness is an ancient practice that emphasises intentional awareness of the present moment. It can be practiced during daily activities and has been shown to reduce overwhelm, improve mental health, and enhance focus. Regular practice can lead to significant benefits over time, promoting calm amidst life’s distractions.
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Understanding the Role of Stress in Our Lives
Stress is a common response to life’s demands, arising from many sources including relationships and health issues. It can be acute or chronic, with chronic stress leading to severe health problems. However, strategies like counseling, exercise, and connecting with others can help manage stress effectively and improve well-being.
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Hydration and Health: Benefits of Drinking Enough Water
Maintaining hydration is crucial for health, as the body needs water for survival and various functions. Recommendations vary, but generally, adults should aim for about 2 liters daily. Hydration impacts temperature regulation, nutrient transport, kidney function, cognitive performance, and disease risk. Various fluid sources exist beyond plain water for those who struggle with it.
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Back To Basics!
As we hit off another year, after the quiet time of post-holiday January, it is easy to become overwhelmed by the potential of all the hopes and dreams of the year ahead. As the past few years have shown us, not all new year’s instil in us a sense of freedom and joy, and in…
Lauren Martin Natural Health 