F4L Blog
Walking or running – which should you do?
On the face of it, you might think that when covering the same distance – say, a mile – you would burn the same number of calories whether you walk or run. After all, while walking is less strenuous, it takes longer for a walker to cover the distance. But running...
Ways to protect your mental health
Doing small things every day for your wellbeing can help to protect your mental health. Research shows looking after your wellbeing helps you move further away from languishing and closer to flourishing. I also encourage you to make your own list of things that help...
10 Signs you (or someone you know) may be lacking emotional intelligence
As I write this list I'm thinking, crap, I do that, I do that, oh, I do that!!! I must be lacking in emotional intelligence. But once you read further on each point you'll come to relaise more about this emotional intelligence things... When emotional intelligence...
Unraveling the Wonders of Leucine: A Key Player in Muscle Health and Beyond
Introduction: In the realm of nutrition and fitness, certain amino acids stand out as crucial building blocks for optimal health and performance. One such amino acid that has garnered significant attention is leucine. Known for its pivotal role in protein synthesis...
What employees value most
Beyond competitive salaries and standard benefits, employers are increasingly recognising the importance of understanding and addressing the factors that truly matter to their employees. Creating a positive work environment that fosters employee satisfaction and...
Probiotics for good gut health maintenance
Probiotics are the healthy and beneficial bacteria that normally inhabit the human digestive tract. They help in turning your food into nutrition and completing the digestive process – and there’s evidence that if they are out of balance, the immune system may not...
How Stress Affects Your Sleep
When you’re stressed, the body produces cortisol and adrenaline — hormones that can disrupt your normal circadian rhythm and leave you feeling “wired but tired.”Stress has been connected to sleep disruptions such as insomnia, nightmares, and frequent wake-ups during...
How loneliness changes the way our brains process the world – and can be bad for your health
The world can feel quite different when we are lonely - why is that? Social isolation and loneliness have been linked to increased risk for: Heart disease and stroke. Type 2 diabetes. Depression and anxiety. If there’s one thing we as humans seem to have in common,...
Does Alcohol Harm Your Immune System?
If you’ve ever indulged in a bit too much wine or one too many cocktails, you know alcohol — especially in excess — has some unpleasant gastrointestinal (GI) side effects. Since gut health is important for supporting your immune system, this can lead to weakened...
5 Reasons walking is so good
There are a lot of workouts that have a barrier to entry. Take spinning, for instance. To do it safely, a new rider needs help setting up the bike. Boxing requires extra gear, like gloves and hand wraps. Unlike other types of exercise, walking is a simple bodyweight...