At 43, I’ve finally learned how to love my size 16 curves
One time I consumed an entire bar of laxative chocolate. The subsequent stomach cramps (bang in the middle of a busy train station) had me doubled up in agony before spending the whole day on the loo feeling wretched and full of self-loathing. It wasn’t long before I looked half dead. My knuckles were calloused […]
How to survive heartbreak
March 2020 will most likely be etched deep for all of us. It was, of course, the month that the UK went into lockdown, and what we all thought (hoped) was going to last three weeks turned into two years of darkness, fear and uncertainty. I remember it for another reason – my 16-year relationship […]
Samantha Bluemel: How to build lasting fitness and wellbeing habits for a longer life
Longevity, seen as the ultimate reason for a healthy lifestyle, involves a mix of good eating, regular exercise, stress management, and quality sleep. Photo / 123rf Personal trainer Samantha Bluemel shares insights on how to balance pleasure and longevity, explore extreme longevity lifestyles, manage genetics for a healthier life, and prioritise well-being for a brighter, […]
Why you can’t sleep – and how to fix it
You’re not still suffering from bad sleep are you? Insomnia is so 2023. In 2024, there’s an app for that. Or an orthopaedic mattress. Or a light-therapy lamp… “The sleep economy has increased dramatically in recent years,” says Dr Guy Meadows, founder and clinical director of Sleep School, an organisation that supports people struggling with […]
Why you feel sleepy in the afternoon and how to overcome it
WHAT CAN YOU DO? It is normal to feel an energy lull at certain times of the day but if it’s fatigue that lasts more than two weeks despite sleeping well, you should consider seeing your doctor to check out any underlying medical conditions. In the meantime, here are some caffeine-free ways to beat the […]