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10 Simple Ways to a more Mindful You, inspired by Mindful in May

Mindful meditation can benefit stressed out parents, exhausted workers and even children. Embrace these tips for easy, regular practice.

Are you always tired? Here’s five surprising reasons why

Do you find yourself groaning when the alarm goes off in the morning? Never feel that you’ve had enough sleep? Read on

New studies reveal just half an hour of lost sleep can lead to weight gain

In the latest study targeting sleep deprivation, results have shown an increase in adverse effects on metabolic rates.

Invitation to India

In all its chaotic, colourful glory, India is a polarising travel destination. Taj&Beyond’s luxurious lodges provide a haven for weary travellers in search of not just splendour and spirituality, but a little pampering.

Sleep deprivation makes us immoral

Got a big decision to make? Make sure you get plenty of sleep.

5 tips to avoid hay fever this season

Hay fever season upon us once again. Here is a list of natural ways to overcome those irritating symptoms.

Exercise or sleep? New study weighs benefits up

A first of its kind study explores whether what you are giving up to exercise pays off in the end.

Two hours a day behind the wheel could be making you sick

Spending as little as two hours a day behind the wheel could be putting you at risk of a range of poor health behaviours and outcomes, a University of Sydney study has shown.

Change your diet to beat insomnia

We all know that quality sleep is essential for optimising health and wellbeing, but did you know your diet could hold the key to a good night’s rest?

5 weight loss myths to avoid

We’ve all been guilty of committing these weight loss sins, but here’s why you should avoid them.

Ease the symptoms of menopause with yoga

Hot flushes, low mood and concentration, irritability, heightened pain levels and trouble sleeping. The symptoms of menopause can be debilitating […]

Good sleep habits for good health

I have a longstanding love-hate relationship with sleep. A few years ago when I had a small child and a […]

Caffeine most effective between 9:30am and 11:30am

To get the most out of your morning cup of coffee, down it between 9:30am and 11:30am, experts say.

Early bedtime thwarts childhood obesity

Winning the fight against childhood obesity could be a few extra hours of sleep away.

While you were sleeping

According to new research, sleep may allow time for the brain to clean away waste built up from a hard day’s thinking.

Five ways to ease back pain naturally

One quarter of the population suffers from back pain. Here are five simple steps to alleviate pain and strengthen your spine naturally.

Cure for jet lag could be on the way

Frequent flyers rejoice; a cure for jet lag could be on the way after scientists make a discovery into the body clocks of mice.

Is your child getting enough sleep?

Is your child lacking energy or gaining weight unexpectedly? They may be sleep-deprived.

The Sleep Diet

Sleep expert Dr Carmel Harrington talks to us about the real health benefits of good sleep and urges us to take the steps to establish a good sleep routine to fend off chronic diseases and obesity.

MiNDFOOD Radio: Karina Stewart

Cofounder of Kamalaya in Koh Samui, Karina Stewart talks to us about Kamalaya’s new program dedicated solely to improving your sleep and the steps we can take to a better night’s sleep.

Rhythm and Blues

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s getting harder to get a good night’s sleep. This week Lizzy Wood learns how something as simple as a pulsating-blue-light device – which slows down the rhythm of your breathing – can be the key to a deep sleep.

Stress management

Discover the link between our levels of stress and the amount of sleep we get, as well as what we can do to help ourselves, MiNDFOOD Radio Presents.

What’s the cost of chronic sleep loss?

One night of good sleep is not enough to recover from chronic sleep deficit, which over time hinders a person’s ability to stay alert and attentive, say US researchers, reports MiNDFOOD.

Dark thoughts plague night owls

It seems parents have long been right. Going to bed early is the key to getting enough sleep and helping adolescents feel on top of the world, a new study says.

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