by Rich Ellis | Apr 13, 2023 | Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace
People who cultivate healthy sleep habits are more likely to live longer than those with poor-quality sleep. That’s according to recent research by investigators at Harvard Medical School. They analyzed data from 172,321 people with an average age of 50 who were part...
by Rich Ellis | Apr 4, 2023 | Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace
Chances are you’ve used, or at least heard of, melatonin. A hormone naturally produced in our brains, melatonin is commonly known as “the sleep hormone.” It is also one of the most popular over-the-counter sleep remedies on the market: Melatonin supplement use has...
by Rich Ellis | Mar 22, 2023 | Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Wellness, Workplace
You may well have heard of seratonin. It’s a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in various physiological processes and has been linked to several important functions in the body. We know it as our ‘feel good’ neurotransmitter but the other roles of...
by Rich Ellis | Feb 15, 2023 | Diet, Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Nutrition, Wellness
I’m going to start with the bottom line first! We need to stop thinking our cravings for sweets and sugary foods need to be “controlled.” Instead, let’s think a little deeper about what might be missing from your diet and what your relationship with food is...
by Rich Ellis | Feb 15, 2023 | Immunity, Mental Health, Productivity, Wellness, Workplace
Practicing gratitude is known to impact our emotions and emotional health. Evidence has shown that a regular “attitude of gratitude” can… 1. Make us happier Simply journaling for five minutes a day about what we are grateful for can enhance our long-term happiness by...
by Rich Ellis | Nov 16, 2022 | Health, Immunity, Mental Health, Productivity, Wellness
We could all benefit from a boost in alertness, particularly when our sleep has been disrupted, or we’re feeling drowsy. But do you know what makes us feel sleepy in the afternoon, and how long you should nap to maximise the benefits, and minimise the downsides? I...
