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Health & Wellbeing Nutrition Supplements

What Are Nootropics? The Truth About Smart Drugs

Est. Reading Time: 7 Minutes Nootropic, from the Greek nous (“mind”) and trepein (“to bend” or “turn”), literally meaning “mind turning.” Pronounced: no-uh-TROH-pic. Nootropics are ‘brain-boosting’ supplements that enhance cognitive…

Stephanie Yates29th October 2019

Health & Wellbeing Nutrition

The Best Ways to Boost Brain Function and Improve the Health of Your Brain

The brain is the control centre of our bodies, responsible for keeping our heart beating, lungs breathing, our movement, thoughts and feelings. Given the amount of responsibility that our grey…

Stephanie Yates29th October 2019

Health & Wellbeing Nutrition

What is the 16:8 Diet? Our Guide to Intermittent Fasting For Weight Loss

Let’s be honest, the idea of fasting doesn’t sound like the most appealing prospect – particularly if you’re a grazer. However, if weight loss or recomp is your goal; don’t…

Stephanie Yates4th October 2019

Health & Wellbeing Nutrition Recipes Student

Top 10 Foods to Eat Before Drinking Alcohol to Swerve a Hangover

You’ve likely been told to ‘line your stomach’ before drinking alcohol at some point or other; and while this is undoubtedly great advice, some foods are better than others at…

Stephanie Yates3rd October 2019

Health & Wellbeing Student Training

How to Fit Your Training Around Your Academic and Social Life at Uni

University life can sometimes mean that exercise shifts to the bottom of your list of priorities; particularly during the first few weeks of freshers’ when parting, socialising (and sleeping it…

Stephanie Yates3rd October 2019

Health & Wellbeing Supplements

L-theanine and Caffeine; How These Two Nootropics Are a Dream-Team For Your Brain

L-theanine and Caffeine; how these two nootropics are a dream-team for your brain “Name a more iconic duo… I’ll wait.” Well, let us shed some light on this winning combo.…

Stephanie Yates2nd October 2019

Health & Wellbeing

Your Only Competition is Yourself; How to Get the Most Out of Your 24 Hours a Day

“Comparison is the thief of joy” Theodore Roosevelt True that Teddy. It can sometimes be difficult to avoid comparing ourselves to others; particularly if our social media feeds are…

Stephanie Yates27th September 2019

Health & Wellbeing

Top 10 ways to deal with stress, fight it, and take that sucker down!

Do you ever feel like you just can’t unwind and switch off after a demanding work week? If the answer is yes, those feelings you’re experiencing are both physical and…

Stephanie Yates5th September 2019

Health & Wellbeing

Don’t let everyday life get in the way of living; how to prioritise yourself without neglecting other commitments

Most of us are guilty of neglecting our needs and well-being; prioritising work, social commitments and other people’s needs before our own. Practising self-care can be difficult, particularly in this…

Stephanie Yates2nd September 2019

Health & Wellbeing Supplements

The Best Vitamins For Tiredness

Vitamins are naturally occurring compounds that we gain from what we eat. They help to keep our bodies functioning at optimal levels, from muscle contractions, all the way to brain…