Author: Jane Thurnell-Read
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Do coloring books reduce stress? What does the research say
Adult coloring books have become extremely popular over the last few years. They range from simple, cosy and cute scenes reminiscent of kids colouring books to animal zentangle books with intricate patterns of mandala and animals. Some include quotes and affirmations from the uplifting to the sweary. When I’ve talked to friends about this, many…
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How to deal with fat shaming: strategies for confidence and resilience
Fat shaming doesn’t help people lose weight. In fact, it may well do the opposite – stop them losing weight or even mean they put weight on.
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How to avoid your health getting worse when you get older
An old friend’s health is deteriorating as she is gettting older. She asked my advice. This is what I said.
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The link between mindfulness and healthy eating: what you need to know
If you do a lot of “mindless eating”, practicing mindfulness can be very beneficial. It’s teaching you how to catch unhelpful thoughts quickly
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Does writing things down help you feel better?
Writing things down can be used in many different ways to help you feel happier, more optimistic and more in control
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A beginner’s guide to Bach flower remedies and how to use them
Bach flower remedies are safe, effective and natural Find out more about how to use them.
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How do small steps make big changes?
Rather than making big plans, think small. If you spent 10 minutes every day doing something, that would be a staggering 60+ hours a year.
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Is your childhood affecting what you eat now?
Here are seven questions you can ask yourself to help establish if childhood patterns are still affecting what you eat and how you eat.
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How can you stop losing height as you get older?
Scientists say it’s normal to lose height as you get older, but I’m in my seventies and I’m not losing height. Let me explain why.
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The truth about ultra-processed foods: what are you really eating?
Ultra-processed foods have been linked to cancer, early death and changes in the gut and the brain. But what do we really know.