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Ready to give up smoking? With the government's 28-day national stop smoking challenge, Stoptober, what could be a better time to find out some new and interesting ways to help...

In the UK 50,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed every year. Every woman is at risk of breast cancer but the earlier it's spotted the better the chances are to cure it...

Being young, healthy and fit is ideal but not exactly reality. From painful periods to achy feet and loose bowels, thousands of young adults suffer from these common symptoms...

Tired of feeling sluggish and out of sync? Chances are you're probably low on energy. But that doesn't mean you need to nap or grab a sugary energy drink to give you a boost....

If you’ve made the commitment to get fit and healthy we're telling you now, there will be times when you'll need some serious fitness motivation to stay on track. Rather than...

Don't be fooled, aside from carving spooky faces and baking pumpkin pies there are tons of other things pumpkins are good for, like your health! Especially when it comes to pumpkin...

​We all know we're supposed to get regular smear tests but be honest, if your boss won't allow you the time off, how much will you push it? From these statistics, not much. What...

If there’s one food we can call holy, it has to be chia. These nutty flavoured seeds are packed with tons of vitamins and minerals helping you to lose weight, beat cravings, look...

When was the last time you checked your breasts? Ages ago, right? Girls, it's time we changed things! The Sofeminine team is standing up against breast cancer with a #CHECKYOURSELFIE...

Sounds like an ambitious statement, right? Well, we're serious. Science says that a single glass of red wine could actually carry the same heath benefits as a one hour sweat session...

Is oil actually that good for you? Well yes. Despite popular belief that oil is fattening, if you pick the right one, oils can actually provide your body with nutrients to help...

While waking up at the crack of dawn and dragging your feet out the door isn't anyone's idea of a good morning, you may be surprised to find out how much it can really change...

Inflammation is thought to be the root cause to many serious illnesses as well as the reason you feel fatigued and generally out of sorts. BUT there is a way you can help counteract...

Constantly in a panic and not sure how to cope? Whether you become angry and agitated or depressed and blue, dealing with stress is anything but easy. The good news is there are...

We all love to look and feel good but what makes that one hell of a lot more satisfying is when you can kick some ass while doing it. That's why we're currently obsessed with...

We've heard how good it is for spots but dabbing tea tree on your zits isn't the only thing this oil is good for. In mouthwashes, moisturisers, ointments, shampoos - the variety...

Just because everyone loves something, doesn't mean it's any good, right? But we have to admit that when people rave about the benefits of yoga, they have a pretty good point...

​Ever fancied running through fields of mud for 12 miles? How about getting electrocuted and dunked in pools full of ice along the way? No? What's wrong with you! Forget running...

Did you know what you eat can influence the way you feel? When you're stressed, angry or blue it's all too easy to indulge in comfort foods but this does NOTHING to help your...

Ever wonder if you're being lied to? Turns out knowing which of our favourite healthy bites are ACTUALLY beneficial and which one's are nothing but a hoax is way more complicated...

As one of nature's best medicinal foods pomegranates have been linked to reducing your risk of cancer, heart disease and brain damage! This powerful fruit is also an anti-ageing...

When it comes to being vegetarian, you've probably heard a million misconceptions, a thousand half-truths and no FACTS. But that's all about to change. If you think you'll have...

If you don't already know, chugging a glass of orange juice isn't just good for ridding sniffles and sneezes! From energy-boosting nutrients and reduced stress, to thicker hair...

Gone are the days when hula hooping was banned to your childhood, using a hula hoop is actually an incredible way to workout. It's cheap, it's easy and you can whack it out at...

Vitamin B12 is a nutrient you can't do without! From producing your body's DNA, to preventing heart disease and being your brain's main source of fuel, there's not much this little...

Calling all lazy people, we've got GREAT news for you. Findings from a study conducted by the University of Iowa suggest that running only 10 minutes a day is sufficient to lengthen...

If you suffer from fatigue, memory problems and mood swings, omega-3 could be the answer. Not only are the celebs lapping up so much of the stuff that it's a miracle there's some...

Dreams are one of life's unexplained mysteries that we can't help but question. Sometimes our dreams are so great we hope to never wake up, other times they're just plain scary...

Nothing hurts more than hitting the workout wall at 100mph. If you’ve been dedicated to training for weeks but are now suddenly feeling uninspired to get up and go, we can sympathise...

Want to be healthier and slimmer? From gorging down oily fish to quenching your thirst with delicious, natural teas, adopting the Japanese way of eating can help you become the...

Who would have known 'full fat' could actually be a good thing, let alone a healthy one? Full fat options are often richer in vitamins, minerals AND can help you lose weight!...

Detoxing your body isn't just about juicing and going hungry for days on end. It's about getting your body back into working order and helping to eliminate the harmful toxins...

We couldn't help but raise our eyebrows when the wheat belly diet hit British shores. Is 'whole hearty wheat' really a burden to good health and wannabe beach bodies? Well according...

If you've been working out like a woman possessed but are still not seeing your desired results you could be falling into the trap of these common exercise errors. We've all made...

Feel like your life's in need of a major makeover? Feeling down, sluggish or frozen in time? Do yourself a favour and give your home and general life the spring clean it deserves...

Crappy moods, low energy and unexplained weight gain? These are all symptoms of hormonal imbalance. Before your mind skips straight to menopause, hormonal problems can actually...

Everybody knows drinking water is good for you, but after reading just how good it really is you'll be stockpiling 2 litre bottles of Evian like there's no tomorrow. Not only...

Everybody knows drinking water is good for you, but after reading just how good it really is you'll be stockpiling 2 liter bottles of Evian like there's no tomorrow. Not only...

Completely frazzled from the night before? Struggling to keep your eyes closed but no matchsticks to hand? Not sure how you're going to make it through the day? Don't panic. Despite...

Going to the gym is every girl’s greatest love/hate relationship. We love the feeling afterwards, hate JUST about everything that comes before that. Motivating yourself, getting...

You want to look good for your summer holiday, we get it - it's only natural. But the thing is, you don't have to go all crazy and deprive yourselves of eating well to do it....

If you're feeling tired, winded and out of sorts you could be deficient in iron. This element is essential to our health in SO many different ways. So if you have NO explanations...

Winding down and relaxing without a cigarette may seem like a totally unrealistic goal to begin with but once you battle through the nicotine cravings and frustration, you'll...

Is there really one fruit that can give you fresh glowing skin, regular periods and a flattened tum? Yep. You better believe it. Papaya, AKA 'the fruit of the angels' is well...

When a company closely linked to the 'obesity epidemic' turns around and tries to help curb it, what do you think most people do? Scoff of course, we're British. So when Coca-Cola...

​Have you ever noticed how runners always seem to be happy and upbeat, no matter what? It's not a coincidence. Running has so many benefits that it's hard to see how any other...

Looking for a fun workout with great results? Craving lean muscle, increased flexibility and improved posture? We've found the perfect workout for you! Here's everything you need...

Sick of feeling so sluggish and sleepy all the time you're almost dropping off at your desk, but not sure what to do about it? We all love our beds, but life has a way of throwing...

Not all bacteria is bad for your health. In fact, the benefits of probiotics can only do your body good. ​From bloat-busting powers, to reducing your cholesterol to achieving flawless...

Every woman dreads that time of the month. Stabbing cramps? Blow fish bellies? And generally feeling like crap? Periods can't get any worse. But there are things we can do to...

Clay is not just for making pretty pottery people! Its external benefits can help clean, brighten, tighten and exfoliate your skin, all while internally helping to ward off ailments...

Did you know that slathering yourself in suncream isn't the only way to protect your skin from sun damage? Something we all tend to forget is that we can naturally boost our skin's...

Great. Another thing you should add to the list of 'Things The Kardashians Do That You Should Never, Ever Try' (ahem sex tape, Kanye West... the list goes on). Khloe Kardashian...

We all know a dieter or two that just can't help themselves. They feel obliged to overshare their food scrutiny. From counting calories to fat shaming, there are plenty of phrases...

Vitamin D is the sunshine vit that we just can't get enough of. Literally. It just isn't sunny enough in the UK and unsurprisingly over 50 per cent of Britons are deficient in...

Garlic, the underrated health hero better known to flavour dishes (and blamed for its bad breath tendencies) is our latest obsession. With infection fighting power, immune boosting...

Looking for a diet that’s practical and effective? The Ayurvedic Diet diet can help you fight disease, lose-weight, live longer and MORE. Discover what it’s all about and start...

Whether you've got a holiday to slim for, an IBS problem, an intolerance to wheat or just want to make your skin improve, eating right has the power to change your body for the better...

We don't know how it's happened, but over the last six months we've become the kind of gals who can't resist a motivational quote. Especially fitness quotes. As we all know (a...

We can't help but get sucked in by a picture of a super-fit celebrity working out. Yeah, it kind of makes you want to stuff your face full of Victoria Sponge in protest BUT once...