Just like food and water, a good night’s sleep is imperative to your health. Too little sleep causes your immune system to weaken and concentration to fade, while making it more likely for you to be irritable and even depressed. On the other hand, too much sleep is linked to depression and a host of physical ailments. So how much sleep, at what stage of life, is enough? Make Sleep a Priority Throughout life, sleep should be viewed as a necessity rather than luxury. Set your sleep quarters up accordingly, with sufficient curtains, and a lack of clutter. Even children require a mattress to support their tiny bodies, so make…

Although we are now in the middle of winter it doesn’t stop me looking forward to Spring. Spring is my favourite season, I love seeing everything come alive after the winter and the greenery returning to my hometown. And of course, my birthday is in Spring. Thinking about Spring is a must if you have a garden, especially if you plan on growing produce which is something I do. Getting your garden ready for growing fruit and veg can start as early as the Autumn so you do have to make sure you do your research. My mum is very green fingered and we do try to get Little Miss…

When used correctly, the contraceptive pill is over 99 per cent effective at preventing pregnancy, so it’s not hard to see why this form of birth control has proved so popular. However, it’s important to be careful if you take this type of oral contraceptive. There are certain things that can stop it from doing its job properly – and here are three risk factors that you should know about. Missing pills Missing just one pill, or starting a new pack a day late, shouldn’t put you at an increased risk of pregnancy, but if you accidentally skip two pills or you start a pack more than one day late,…

We all have hang-ups about our body image at some point. However, while it may be natural to have insecurities about your shape and size from time to time, if you’re concerned that your weight could be having a detrimental impact on your health or is causing you to have low self-esteem, now’s the time to take action. If you want to overcome your weight worries, here are a few simple steps to get you started. Take advantage of treatments For many people, beating the bulge can be a lifelong struggle. Sometimes, increasing your physical activity and improving your diet just isn’t enough to make a difference. Fortunately, there is…