A snapshot of restaurants bringing innovation and excellence to allergen-free cuisines In recent years, greater public awareness of allergies and intolerances has led to the rise in popularity of so-called “free-from” products. These foods are made without common allergens such as dairy, eggs or wheat, and have taken off at…
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Kathryn Wheeler
Kathryn is the Acting Editor at Happiful magazine.
Alternative Milks: The Plants Challenging the Dairy Industry
In recent years, the “clean eating” movement has more of us questioning the nutritional value of the food and drinks we consume. While cow’s milk has its benefits, including high levels of calcium [https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-and-minerals/calcium/] and B vitamins, it isn’t without problems. Allergies,…
Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson: Exploring sexuality (one wisecrack at a time)
With their popular anti-slut shaming podcast, comedians Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson are redefining what it means to be a sexually-empowered woman Corinne and KrystynaWhile working the New York City stand-up circuit under the double-act name Sorry About Last Night, Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson gained notoriety for their risqué,…
Fishermen Offered Free Mental Health Services
Finally, we're addressing the mental challenges of working at sea In 2016, a service provided by Big White Wall [https://www.bigwhitewall.com/v2/landingUK.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2f] – an anonymous online community that supports people who are experiencing mental health problems – was trailed for merchant navy personnel. A…
Unsung Hero: The yoga instructor empowering people to be their best selves
Nominated by her husband, Cory, Lildonia Lawrence is a shining light in her local London community Lildonia Lawrence Lildonia Lawrence is a fitness and yoga instructor, life coach and, in the words of her husband, Cory, an all-around amazing human being. She first began teaching fitness and yoga classes while…
Social Media Isn't Linked To Poor Mental Health - Study
Surprising new research shows it's all about how you're spending your time This decade, two trends are on the rise: social media and the number of young people developing mental health problems. It’s too easy to link the two, but new research from the University…
Head Talks: The mental health advocate's answer to TED Talks
The website dedicated to sharing people's experiences with mental illness At the age of 27, Oliver Chittenden hit rock bottom. Having suffered with anxiety [https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/our-services/anxiety-information/] and depression [https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/d/depression] throughout his 20s, a passing comment made…
Grab Your Trainers for R.E.D January!
Research says regular exercise can decrease the risk of depression When Hannah Beecham witnessed the life-changing effect that exercise had on her mum’s mental health, she knew she had to spread the word – and that’s how Run Every Day January [https://www.mind.org.uk/redjanuary] (R.E.…
Recognising High-Functioning Anxiety at Work
Anxiety is the second most reported work-related health problem in the UK, beaten only by back pain. But once we understand the signs of someone struggling with anxiety, we can work to create a positive and compassionate environment for all Generalised Anxiety Disorder [https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/our-services/anxiety-information/…