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5 Ways to Boost Mental Wellbeing

July 8, 2022 By in Health and Well-being Tags: , , , , , , , 3 Comments

The importance of mental well-being cannot be overemphasised. Our mental health affects our physical health, and this is why we must continue to promote ways to boost mental well-being. If you are wondering how to go about improving your overall mental and physical health, you are in the right place. Here are 5 quick ways to boost mental well-being today:

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Stay physically active

Staying physically active is so important to both physical and mental health. It is so easier to find yourself driving everywhere but if you go for long walks every week instead of driving everywhere, your body and mind will thank you for it. Physical and mental health need activities to stay healthy and this is why it is important to stay physically active. So think runs, walks, dancing, exercise, and anything that gets you moving.

Mindfulness

Staying mindful is another way to boost mental well-being. Mindfulness is all about focusing on the present and not dwelling on the past or focusing too much on the future. Being mindful helps us stay grateful which does wonders for our mental health. If you struggle to stay mindful, try meditating to keep your mind focused on the present. If you are new to the mindfulness terminology, click here to learn more about staying mindful.

Eat right

Eating a balanced diet helps us mentally and physically. There are diets that are better than others for different people so it is important to pay close attention to your body and feed it what it needs. I have been a vegetarian for a few years now and I can’t imagine eating how and what I used to eat before. Listen to your body and eat right.

Avoid toxic people

Now, this is a big one. We have billions of people on this planet and a good number of them are just toxic. If someone is not good for your mental well-being it is important you stay far away from them. There are so many lovely people around and all you have to do is find the right people for you and avoid the wrong ones. This tip alone would improve your self-esteem and do wonders for your state of mind.

Learn something new

The mind is so strong yet so delicate. It is important you feed it something new every now and again to keep it healthy. You can do this by learning a new skill, trying new things, reading books, and more. There are loads to do with such little time, so use the time you have wisely. Instead of scrolling through the endless tweets on Twitter, grab a good self-help book and soak it all in.

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I hope you find these 5 ways to boost mental well-being useful. Let me know in the comments section what you think of these tips and how you boost your mental health. I am keen to hear all about your tried and tested tips.

Thanks for reading, liking, commenting, and sharing. Until the next post, stay safe.

Food Supplements are Autumn/Winter Essentials

November 2, 2017 By in Beauty, Lifestyle Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , 16 Comments

Autumn is in full swing and I can smell winter already! I tend to catch a cold and other cold-like symptoms, thanks to the bugs flying around this season. So I like to take extra care of myself once the chill is in the air, which is now. I still remember how badly I suffered in January when I caught  a flu for the first time. I won’t want that to ever happen again, so I have taken a flu jab and I plan to be on top of all my food supplements.

Some days ago, I received some supplements and I plan to make sure I take them all religiously. The problem I usually have is, I get excited about a new food supplement, take it for a few days/weeks, and then stop taking it. But I am hoping this won’t be the case with these here.

 

BioCare Food Supplements

 

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Health is wealth, and beauty shines from within. So taking these BioCare food supplements daily is a must for me.

Here are the food supplements I got from BioCare –

 

BioCare Mega EPA (Omega 3 Fish Oil), 30 Caps, £10.96

I am loving this food supplement so far.

Mega EPA is a high potency fish oil capsule providing omega-3 fatty acids in a natural triglyceride form, naturally concentrated using NEO-3™ – a unique lipase enzyme process which results in a fish oil of outstanding quality and high potency.

 

BioCare Hair and Nail Complex, 90 Capsules, £29.95

As you should all know by now, I am growing my natural afro hair and I need all the help I can get. My nails are also in a bad shape, so I am hoping these Hair and Nail Complex helps.

Hair and Nail Complex is a multivitamin and mineral complex with lysine and horsetail extract. It includes biotin and zinc which contribute to the maintenance of normal hair and nails and copper which contributes to the normal hair pigmentation.
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BioCare EyeCare Plus, 60 Capsules, £25.55

I am shortsighted. I wear contact lenses most of the time but you can also catch me wearing my recommended Burberry glasses sometimes. My vision is very important to me. So this EyeCare Plus is one of my favourite food supplements at the moment.

EyeCare Plus is an innovative blend of vitamin A, minerals, bilberry, ginkgo biloba, lutein & grapeseed extracts in a capsule. Also includes zinc, astaxanthin & zeaxanthin. Vitamin A, bilberry and lutein contribute to the maintenance of normal vision
 
BioCare Zinc Citrate, 90 Caps, £6.40

Zinc is very essential as it contributes to normal metabolism of vitamin A and can treat dry skin, acne and psoriasis. So this food supplement here is right up my alley!

Zinc has many general health benefits including its contribution to normal cognitive function, maintenance of normal hair, skin, nails and bones and normal fertility and reproduction. The citrate form of zinc has a high absorption rate.

 

Vega Vitamin D Range

Vitamin D is so very important, especially in the autumn/winter months when we don’t get enough of it naturally. The UK government now recommends that everyone in the UK takes a vitamin D supplement daily during the autumn and winter months. So this is now a health essential, and this is where this Vega Vitamin D Range comes into play.

 

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EveryDay-D: 400IU Vitamin D3 Spray £5.95

I like this Vitamin D3 spray a lot. It is easy to use, tastes great and compact enough to take around with me.

One hour of sunshine in each spray! Hyper-absorbable vitamin D spray for the whole family. 200 sprays • 400IU (10μg) per spray

 

EveryDay-D: 400IU Vitamin D3 Chewable Tablets £5.95
Vitamin D chewable tablets for the whole family also works great.

Blackcurrant chewable tablet for the whole family. 100/500 chewable tablets • 400IU (10μg) per chewable tablet.

 

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LithoLexal

I have a modern active lifestyle, so I found these food supplements very appealing. Here are the products I got from LithoLexal –

 

LithoLexal Bone Care £24.95

It is very important we ensure that we get the necessary nutrients to maintain healthy bones. This Bone Care food supplement promises to maintain healthy bones.

This plant-based and drug-free food supplement is for developing and maintaining strong, healthy bones.

 

LithoLexal Marine Plant Extract Advanced Joint Health £29.95

Collagen formation is important for the normal function of cartilage, however, sometimes, external factors have a negative impact on collagen formation. This is where LithoLexal Advanced Joint Health comes in.

This plant-based and drug-free food supplement is for maintaining normal cartilage throughout life. It ensures normal function of joints. 

 

Have you tried any of these food supplements? Are you taking any food supplement this autumn/winter?

 

*PR samples.

 

 

 

The Benefits of Drinking Green Tea

September 26, 2017 By in Beauty, Lifestyle Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , 28 Comments

I have heard a lot of good things about green tea, and I have been dying to try some for myself. So I was over the moon when I got the opportunity to try some Dream Matcha Green Tea the other day. I have been having a good cup of green tea everyday now. The benefits of drinking green tea are too numerous to mention here, but my aim is to touch on the main benefits.

 

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When I think of Nootropics, the first thing that comes to mind is Green Tea. Green Tea leaves are full of amazing benefits and it is certainly more highly recommended than any beverage. I have always known green tea to be full of health benefits, but I was blown away by the amazing benefits a cup of freshly brewed green tea could do for me.

I have been loving this Dream Matcha Tea. The green tea comes as an extremely fine, bright green powder. It has a silky smooth taste, which is great. I am a huge fan of this brand  of Green Tea.

 

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If you are contemplating trying some green tea, here are some of the main benefits of drinking green tea.

 

Helps with weight loss

Green tea contains no calories. Aside from that, green tea is known to have a higher dose of antioxidants than that contained in vegetables. The antioxidants in green tea called catechin polyphenols help to speed up the rate of your metabolism and burn your calories faster. That’s what makes it extremely effective in weight loss.

 

Lowers cholesterol levels

Most fatty foods contain what is called LDL cholesterol, which is also known as “bad cholesterol”. Bad cholesterol is known to block the linings of your arteries and if not kept under check, can lead to several cardiovascular diseases like stroke or heart attack.

Tannins found in green tea can reduce the level of bad cholesterol in your blood. What this does is to clear the buildup of cholesterol. Green tea also reduces the rate at which cholesterol is absorbed into your system.

 

Ensures a healthy heart

Cardiovascular disease can be really scary as it presents no symptoms especially at the early stages. Drinking green tea regularly helps to promote a healthy heart. It does this with the flavinoids contained in the green tea. The flavinoids also help in lowering your blood pressure. For those who are suffering from a heart condition or who have experienced a heart attack, green tea could help you recover faster.

 

 

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Relieves you from stress

One of the most common problems we face in the world is stress. When not controlled, stress can cause a lot of harm. Green tea does help relieve stress, which is fab!

 

Promotes healthy skin

Green tea does wonders for the skin, thanks to its antioxidants. It contains anti-ageing properties that help to minimize the signs of wrinkles or fine lines.

 

What do you think of Green Tea? Are you a fan? Have you tried Dream Matcha Green Tea?

 

*Collaborative post.

 

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