Wellness
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Modern medicine and mental health: promising findings from the last year
This yearās Mental Health Awareness Week, taking place from 13-19 May, 2024 is all about movement ā and why itās so important for our mental health. Can medical cannabis help get people moving more? We take a look.
Understanding medical cannabis: A guide for Fibromyalgia patients
Fibromyalgia is an incurable chronic pain condition and one that can be pretty complicated to treat. It affects around 2 percent of the UK population, more women than men, and while it does sometimes develop in children, it is more often picked up in middle age.
Explaining and maintaining homeostasis
The concept of homeostasis defines any self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain stability and balance. This physiological regulation is essential for maintaining a constant internal environment, allowing us to thrive - even in the face of changing external conditions. In this instalment of our Wellness Wednesdays blog, weāll be taking a look at the importance of homeostasis and exploring natural and holistic ways we can help support our bodies in achieving balance.
An insight into Ayurveda
The world of medicine has evolved beyond all recognition over the last two centuries, with the widespread rollout of vaccines, the development of countless pharmaceuticals, and a more detailed understanding of the body and the forces that affect it. Yet, as more people seek an alternative approach to their health, traditional therapeutic techniques are once again becoming more popular, including ancient practices like Ayurvedic medicine.
Experts explain: medical cannabis treatments for chronic pain
As part of our Experts explain series, we sat down with Dr Sue Clenton, an expert Oncologist and Specialist Consultant at Releaf, to speak about medical cannabis treatments and chronic pain.
Natural and holistic pain management techniques
Pain is the most common reason for medical intervention worldwide. While many of us will have a stash of over-the-counter painkillers in our medicine cupboard, these are not always sufficient for relieving our pain. But with the undesirable side effects of stronger pain medications, more people than ever are looking for natural pain relief. So, what are some of the best natural and holistic pain management techniques that really work?
Natural ways to increase serotonin and dopamine
Our bodies contain an intensely complex network of receptors, enzymes and neurotransmitters, each playing a vital role in our overall functioning, health, and wellness. Dopamine and serotonin, for example, are two neurotransmitters known for their role in mood, pleasure, and motivation. So, what can we do to give our bodies a natural boost of these important chemicals?
International Women's Day: Inspiring women in the health & wellness Industry
Itās International Womenās Day (IWD) - a day dedicated to celebrating the diverse and incredible contributions of women throughout history and continuing the fight toward gender equity and inclusion. As part of our Wellness Wednesday series, and in celebration of IWD 2024, this article highlights the work of some of the most inspiring women in the health & wellness industry today.
Sinking our teeth into medical cannabis and dentistry
To celebrate National toothache day, we thought it would be appropriate to sink our teeth into the topic of dentistry in the landscape of medical cannabis, and discuss how cannabis use can affect and impact oral health.
The benefits of staying sober past January
Although Dry January drew to a close last week, the benefits of staying sober can be felt year round, and enjoying alcohol in moderation is one of the best ways to naturally boost your overall health and general wellbeing.
Caring for carers for Race Against Dementia Day
This week holds special significance because Sunday was Race Against Dementia Day, a day that brings awareness to a condition that affects almost 10% of those over 65 in the UK. So, we decided to mark this day by discussing an aspect of Dementia care that is often overlooked: the carers themselves.
Veganuary: How to have complete protein in a vegan diet
In this weekās Wellness Wednesday, Releaf takes a look into the annual vegan awareness month Veganuary to learn why people do it, the benefits and risks, how to replace your protein sources to ensure you get the complete selection and consider other important health aspects of the diet like adding in supplements.
Holistic and natural approaches to staying motivated during January
When December comes to a close, a lot of us adopt a ānew year, new meā philosophy and are eager to set targets and new year resolutions to become the best version of ourselves. While we set our sights high, sometimes despite our best interest, the cold, dark and busy winters can feel draining, and finding the motivation to keep up momentum can be a challenge.
The ice plunge: How cold exposure therapy can improve your health
The new year is a perfect time to set new health habits and start the way you intend for it to go on. There's no need to reinvent yourself overnight, but introducing one or two new habits that are easy to stick to can make a significant impact over the year.
Nurturing winter wellness: Strengthening your immune system naturally
In the chill of winter, our immune system requires some extra TLC to stay strong. While vaccines offer targeted protection against individual viruses, other holistic practices and easy measures can fortify our bodies natural defences, and equip them with extra armour.
Nourish to flourish: Balancing diet in today's world
When youāre suffering from health issues, the first thing that should be considered is diet. Eating food doesnāt just stop us from feeling hungry, as Iām sure you are all aware. It was the founding father of modern medicine, Hypocrites, who said, āLet food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.ā That quote is from around 2,400 years ago, but it still rings true today.
Sweet dreams, Sound health: Unraveling the secrets to better sleep
Earlier this month, Self Care Week was celebrated all over the UK - but we think its importance rings true all year round. Thatās why weāve launched our latest blog series: Wellness Wednesday; to take a look at alternative, natural and holistic approaches to improving our wellbeing.