Welcome to the Live Better Blog - a blog about health, wellness and a healthier you. Brought to you by the Health Defence team at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, you'll find up-to-date information on a range of topics from what's in your food to the latest advice on e-cigarettes!
Us Scots know how to do a good breakfast – and no, I don’t mean a fry-up. In fact we’re the only country in the world to have a competition dedicated to the best porridge making skills in the land … Continue reading
We often talk about people’s intelligence in terms of how clever they are, the number of qualifications, the knowledge they have or just a general sense of their mental standing. But that is just one form of our intelligence. Emotional … Continue reading
The concept of resilience has gained attention recently. Sadly because it seems that more people are often feeling stressed and worn out. When we are worn out, we are less able to cope with what life throws at us, so … Continue reading
Fibre (also known as roughage) is an essential part of our diet but most adults in Scotland aren’t eating enough. In fact, most of us need to double our intake! Find out what fibre is, benefits of increasing your intake … Continue reading
Work lunches don’t have to be boring. With summer on our doorstep it’s an easy time of the year to pick healthy choices with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables available. But what makes up a healthy lunch? Follow our … Continue reading
That ‘buzz’ you get from a cup of coffee or energy drink comes from the caffeine content in these drinks. Caffeine makes us feel more alert and reduces tiredness but you can have too much of a good thing. Read … Continue reading
Fi…what?! I think our Scandi neighbours might be onto something special. Hint: it involves cinnamon buns and drinking coffee with colleagues ... you’ll want to find out about this special break in your workday. What is Fika? Fika is a … Continue reading
Have you ever thought about sneaking off for a nap at work? Yes… Well perhaps you should. Studies suggest that a nap can improve alertness, performance and reduce mistakes. Perhaps there is something we can learn from our European neighbours … Continue reading
1 in every 6 workers in Scotland experiences problems related to mental health or stress. Everyone feels stressed or anxious sometimes. It is a normal part of life. But feeling stressed a lot of the time can be bad for … Continue reading
I am old enough to remember the days when the only phones we had were landlines, when multiple people in an office shared one computer (that was so large it took up half the desk space) and when the only … Continue reading
***Disclaimer: always seek medical advice before starting a new diet, exercise regime or medication. The information in these articles is not a substitute for professional advice from a GP, registered dietitian or other health practitioner.
