When winter arrives and the heating goes on, our homes and habits change — and that means our lungs and airways can feel the difference too. From dry indoor air to colds spreading through the classroom, families face special challenges. The good news? With a few sensible habits and the right additions, you can give your family’s respiratory system a thoughtful boost.
We all know good food fuels our body and mind — but how often do we think about feeding our eyes?
Healthy vision isn’t just a case of luck or genetics. What you eat every day plays a big role in how well your eyes perform and how they age.
From managing children’s sniffles to juggling packed lunch nutrition and keeping up with exercise, family health can sometimes feel like a full-time job. Parents often find themselves Googling symptoms late at night, scrolling through endless advice, or relying on guesswork.
Everyday stiffness and soreness are common—55% of Brits report muscle aches, 48% joint aches, 28% pulled muscles [1]. The biggest culprits are lower back (56%), legs (53%), shoulders (37%) and neck (29%). Natural relief starts with movement, posture breaks, and smart thermal therapy: heat to relax tight, overworked areas; cold to calm fresh sprains/strains and swelling. Plant-based formulas (e.g., Puressentiel Muscles & Joints range) add convenient warm/cool relief to keep you moving. See routine and toolkit below. [1][2]
Summer is made for memories — sun-drenched days in the garden, spontaneous beach trips, sticky fingers from melting ice lollies, and that golden-hour glow you only get after hours outdoors. While we’re all for soaking up the sunshine, it’s no secret that the daily sun cream battle can test even the calmest parent’s patience.
The latest research shows that what your child eats could have a huge impact on their brain development and mental health. Discover practical, science-backed advice for parents from the Food for the Brain SMART Kids Conference.
Becoming a mum is one of life’s most joyous experiences, but it also comes with its fair share of unexpected challenges. One aspect that many mums-to-be overlook is postnatal bleeding. Despite extensive reading and preparation, the reality of bleeding after birth can be far more intense and prolonged than anticipated. Here’s my personal journey through four births, shedding light on the truths no one tells you about postnatal bleeding.
I initially wrote about Spatone iron supplement some time ago, and I’m revisiting it again due to continued interest in the product. My family and I still use it today—my daughter takes it during the week of her period, and my younger children get occasional top-ups. Spatone remains our go-to for boosting iron levels, especially as my children train long hours in the pool and compete regularly.