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4 ways to use acupressure at home to reduce stress and pain

With a large part of the world still staying mostly indoors, and anxiety (and sleeplessness) running high, consider adding acupressure to your daily routine. The 2000-year old science is thought to reduce pain and lower the inflammation levels of the body. Think of yourself…

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6 morning stretches that are perfect to wake up your tired muscles

For many people, mornings can be a little chaotic. You’re likely snoozing your alarm, scrolling through Instagram and then jumping out of bed to grab breakfast and get ready for the day. A good way to find peace and quiet before…

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These quick yoga poses will help give your day a great start

While meditation is traditionally an unwinding ritual to help you sleep better, an energising routine might help to start your day right. It allows you to drop into a flow state, which helps you tackle tasks and adapt to change, while boosting…

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Why you can’t resist heading to your fridge for a snack at 2am, and how to avoid it

We’ve all been there—scrolling through Instagram while in bed and craving a quick snack before turning in. But we often hear that midnight snacking is harakiri—a fabled one stop shop to setting back health goals and exercise gains. But what does eating…

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Is lemon and hot water really the health elixir people make it out to be?

Do you start your day with a tall glass of warm water, honey and lemon? You’re not alone—many celebrities and wellness experts list it as their go-to morning drink as well. The combination is said to melt fat, clear up acne,…

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Here’s what you should eat (and avoid) before, during and after a long flight

Whether you travelling for business or pleasure, the last thing you want to feel when you get off a flight is sluggish, bloated or run down. In an ideal world, you’ll want to stay hydrated and fill up on nutritious…

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Why almond oil is the ultimate skincare and hair care elixir

Almond is believed to have the same etymology as the word ‘amygdala’, referring to the part of the brain that controls the ability to make decisions, create memories and process emotions. This is perhaps because almonds help to enhance these exact functions…

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Is your everyday caffeine fix doing you more harm than good?

“To me, the smell of fresh-made coffee is one of the greatest inventions.” With this statement, actor Hugh Jackman echoes the sentiments of every coffee addict. Don’t most of us like to wake up to the smell of coffee? Like Jackie Chan…

What’s Good Vibrations Got To Do With Skincare?

It’s not just about the ingredients, but also the intent. Besides reading the back labels for active ingredients, customers are checking if the products are cruelty-free. There is emphasis on sourcing nature-derived ingredients that have been harvested using fair trade…

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THESE ARE THE BEST SLEEPING POSITIONS, ACCORDING TO EXPERTS

Turns out, getting a good night’s rest is more than keeping your eyes shut for eight hours straight. We asked the experts to let us in on the best positions to sleep in, so that you wake up ready to…