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How grief rewires the brain

The devastation of loss can evoke physical symptoms, such as exhaustion, insomnia and, of course, crying. But it’s not just our bodies that are affected. Neuroscience reveals that grief rewires our brain. By understanding how, we can strive towards healthy healing after loss.

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Honey: Nature’s beauty elixir

Discover honey’s powerful beauty benefits for skin and hair—from hydration and acne care to glow-boosting masks and hair treatments.

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The flirtation minefield

Flirting is essential to meeting someone and expressing interest, but it is as terrifying as it is thrilling. It is personal and yet it is universal, and somewhere in the paradox that is flirtation are some delicious truths about life.

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Finding joie de vivre in Greece

A Greek escape for relaxation and self-discovery, exploring Crete’s charm and Tainaron Blue’s serenity, reconnecting with wellness.

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Supercharge your spiritual awakening

There are many benefits to a spiritual practice. What are the options for growing our spiritual side? And why do more people seem to be interested in the higher dimension of life?

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Bold ideas and calls to action 2025

We asked 15 bold thinkers from diverse fields to share their perspectives and actionable steps for meaningful change

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The brain and desire

Wanting what other people want is hard-wired into the human brain.

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Feeling bored?

Do you often feel you get bored or restless at various points in your life? This is characterised by feelings of boredom, not knowing what to do with yourself or what you want to do, feeling unmotivated and even feeling a bit lost or down.

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Helping alcohol cravings

A Chinese herb has been shown to reduce the amount of alcohol that people want to drink.

Some common medical conditions and dental problems. Part 2: Asthma

Having recently experienced the highs of pregnancy and childbirth along with the lows of a nagging lung infection, I can really sympathize with people who battle asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on a daily basis. These conditions can really distract us from and dampen even the most joyful events in our lives. It doesn’t help, also, that treatment of asthma and COPD involves medication which can put us at risk of dental problems, such as tooth decay, erosion, gum disease and fungal infections (candidasis).

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When to lose weight

When you eat can be as important as what you eat.

Are you overworking and where is it getting you?

Are you working more than a 40-45 hour week? Is it something your boss demands or is it something you just do?

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The heart lifestyle

Your blood pressure and arteries do not have to deteriorate as you age if you choose the right lifestyle.

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Dirty rotten offices

Neither toilets nor keyboards are the most likely place to pick up germs at the office.

Look Down Before It Starts To Hurt!

Do you sometimes get sore feet? If your feet hurt then you will stop walking and exercising and that will affect your health.

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Objects of desire

Humans perceive female and male bodies differently.

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Why we share

Your brain loves the sound of you talking about your own experiences.

EGGS – Not just for breakfast anymore?

A sweaty gym-goer rattling their noisy protein shaker before chugging a post-workout shake is a common sight in any gym.

Now, not to diss the protein shake (as it offers a quick, easy, portable dose of all important protein) but what ever happened to the humble egg? Hard-boiled eggs, after all, are quick, easy, portable AND a heck of a lot cheaper than protein powder.

So why eat an egg post-workout, or at any other time for that matter?