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A natural health and wellbeing blog covering all things related to natural health, mental health, supplements and nutrition. Plain English health content free of jargon. 

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Tiktok Fact or Fiction?

The real scientific facts behind Tiktok viral health trends with help from the experts

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Tips from experts on weight management the natural way.

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Our statistics and surveys on all things health, mental health and wellbeing in the United Kingdom.

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Tips from healthcare experts on improving hour focus and productivity.

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rosemary oil for hair growth
Health Goals

Rosemary oil for hair growth: What does the science say?

Unless you’ve been locked in a cupboard for a few months (or, unlike me, you don’t waste too much time on Tiktok) you’ve not doubt seen viral video after viral video of people claiming that rosemary oil helped improve their hair growth. But what does the SCIENCE say? We looked at some of the key research studies carried out to date to find out whether or not these rosemary oil fuelled hair growth claims have any real basis.

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melatonin alternatives
Better Sleep

Alternatives to Melatonin for Better Sleep

Melatonin is the hormone that our bodies produce that helps us all sleep. In many countries, it’s available over the counter in supplement form to help with insomnia or improved sleep quality. But here in the UK, melatonin is prescription only. So what are the alternatives to melatonin if you’re looking for something natural to help you sleep? Let’s take a look.

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alternatives to modafinil for studying
Brain Function and Focus

Alternatives to Modafinil for Studying

It has been widely reported that students in the UK around exam time have been buying “black market” modafinil to use to help them focus on their studies. This is a prescription drug not intended for that use. But if you are looking for something to help with your focus, energy levels and stress levels during exam season, here are our tips.

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