How does Sugar Affect the body?
COLLABORATIVE POST I’ve been trying to reduce our sugar intake over the last year. I have a terribly sweet tooth, and when I’m under stress I reach for something sugary. It’s a vicious circle, as once I have some sugar,…
Care for your feet – #NationalFeetWeek
Collaborative Post When as the last time you thought about how to pamper your feet? I was delighted to take part in National Feet Week’s 3rd twitter party last week. Talking all things feet! I have to confess, I haven’t…
How To Keep Your Youthful Smile
THIS ARTICLE IS PUBLISHED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MEDIABUZZER Image Source: Freepik When you look at the smile of a child and compare it to an adult, one thing that you will notice is the colour and brightness of the teeth,…
My Fitness goals 2021 – Running!
Normally, I would be writing a post about resolutions, whether or not I have any. How I will achieve them, or why I don’t have any. But, this year, my goals are quite precise. They are my fitness goals 2021.…
Confession time… lockdown weight gain.
A little confession, lockdown weight gain… Yes, it happened. Although I did exercise during lockdown, I gained weight. A whole stone has snuck on…yes 14lbs of fat. My diet somewhat went from being healthy to being…I think best described as……
What I’ve been reading this August
I’ve needed a little inspiration over the last few weeks. So I’ve been reading books which I hope will inspire me to work towards my fitness goals. Of course, reading won’t avoid the hard work of getting fitter. But, I…
Mental Health
Collaborative Post I was contacted to share this graphic on Mental Health Misdiagnoses in Children. It highlights different causes with similar symptoms. I think sometimes it is hard for children – especially younger children – to explain if they are…
Walking with my family.
Walking with my family has been a highlight of lock-down. We have covered miles just pottering along the footpaths local to us. It’s become a bit of a habit that after dinner we will go out, and walk. To be…
Mammogram – Info-graphic
Collaborative Post What is a Mammogram? A mammogram is a form of breast screening, basically it’s an x-ray of breasts. But what happens when you have a mammogram? I have to be honest I had never thought about this, and…
Protecting your children against hearing loss.
Collaborative Post As a hearing person I take for granted many things about having my hearing. From sitting listening to the birds singing, to first words, laughter and whispers. Things that without my hearing I wouldn’t be able to enjoy.…
