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Self care

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based features, alongside the latest medical and scientific discoveries
in the worlds of hormone and reproductive health.

5 Benefits of Going Braless 

The benefits of going braless are endless and definitely something you should try if you haven’t already realised all the benefits of going braless along with the fact that going braless is natural! This post will tell you all you

health juices and why they're good for you

Healthy juice recipes: The power of fruit and veg

If you’re always on the go and never have time for breakfast or a proper lunch, we’re here for you. These are our favorite healthy juice recipes. They’re packed with good stuff, including tons of vitamins, and they’re super-easy to

Two Tips on How To Make Your Self-Care More Eco-Friendly Immediately

The modern world is hard. Really hard. We live in a globalised, interconnected world where every decision you make has unintentional implications for societies and ecosystems across the planet. From the clothes you wear, to the food you eat, to

Self-Education: Why You Should Never Stop Learning 

We live in a vast, rich world, full of so many things to learn about. The environment, wildlife, physics, chemistry, people, cultures, religions, food, music, literature, film; the knowledge that lives at out fingertips is extraordinary. “Educating the mind without

meditation alternatives

Alternatives to meditation for chatty minds

Meditation: we’ve all given it a go. Or at least thought about how we really should give it a go, since everyone and their mother now seems to be doing it. It works wonders for some – who claim it

Eczema: How To Love Your Body When It Causes You Pain – Living with eczema and useful tips

Loving Your Skin In The Light Of Social Media In our modern world of Instagram perfectionism, it can be really hard to love your own body. The high definition, smooth and clear skin of influencers, models and celebrities can make

insomnia tips

Managing Your Insomnia: Using Sleep Hygiene to Help You Drift Off

It’s 3 or 4am, but sleep won’t come. You turn over. Perhaps a different position will help. Window open or closed? Turn the pillow over now, that should do it. Then come the restless legs. Panic sets in as you

vitamin d deficiency

Could you be D-ficient? Vitamin D Deficiency and Staying Well this Winter

Vitamin D deficiency is very common – especially among those of us who go months with barely any sun (literally all of us right now). In fact, the UK government says around 25% of teenagers and adults in the country

Six New Years Resolutions to Kick-Start 2020 

As New Years Eve fast approaches we are once again confronted with the idea of ‘resolutions’. Although time is a human construct, many of us feel compelled to make some life changes when the clock strikes midnight on December 31st.

Blue Light Blocking Glasses: What Do They Do? 

What is blue light? Blue light is a type of high energy light on the visible light spectrum that is commonly emitted by LEDs (light emitting diodes) arising from computers, televisions and other screens. Blue light is used more often

What is Sage Burning and Why Should You Try It? How Sage Burning Can Improve Your Health

Sage has been used in medicinal practices across the world for centuries. Taken from the Latin word ‘salvia’ meaning ‘health’, it’s no wonder that sage is such a widely recognised herb. With a long history in Egypt, Rome and Greece

Little Ways to find Everyday Success 

At Hormona we believe in finding and appreciating the little things in life and when you start paying attention to how great these small acts make your feel it makes you want to do them even more. Easy Ways To

Four Great Date Ideas To Have With Yourself  

Lizzo, the queen of self-love, sings in her song Soulmate ‘‘Cause I’m my own soulmate (Yeah, yeah)/I know how to love me (Love me)/I know that I’m always gonna hold me down”. Preach it, kween. Often more than not, the

Self-Care Stocking Fillers: Give yourself some love

The modern world is a stressful place to be. Every day we are forced to navigate the stresses of work and family life as well as uncertain political times, financial inequality, and, of course, the awful British weather. Throw the

Short hair: The emotional upside of braving the chop

At some point in our lives we’ve either experienced or observed a tedious hair styling routine, whether it’s ourselves, a girlfriend, or our mothers. Hours spent tangled up in hairdryers and straighteners and curling wands, choking on clouds of hairspray

How Keeping Playing is the way to Stay Young. 

Hi Darling been feeling a bit tired and worn out recently? Research show how old we think we are can be a real determinate for fighting off old age and even death! In fact a ten-year study of nearly 4000

How Using the CalmApp Has Helped Me Sleep

Why I love the CalmApp! Raise your hand if you find getting to sleep one of the most tedious and frustrating endeavours of life? About half of you are probably nodding your heads furiously and waving your arms, screaming “I’m

My Friend The Urban Gardener: Plant Lady on Instagram and How it Helped Her Feel Like Herself Again

The plant lady my friend will kill me if she ever reads this. Yes, she would. I wouldn’t be telling her and I’m sure you wouldn’t. By my standards, my friend is the ultimate Urban Gardener. When all is said

Homemade Face Oil And How To Make It Personal To You

Oil has been long treasured as a valuable skincare product. Ancient Egyptians used moringa oil on their skin to keep it protected from the elements and was often used in perfumes in ancient Greece and Rome. So, the benefits of

5th Pillar: Mental Wellness, What It Is And How To Improve It

The fifth pillar of holistic wellbeing deals with mental wellness, or mental health, and as the World Health Organisation (WHO) famously said: “there is no health without mental health.” How To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing Never was a truer sentence

Unusual Types of Yoga – Try Something New 

As the popularity of yoga rises, so too do the number of options for different (often unusual) types that are available to attend. Amongst these are doga (dog yoga), naked yoga, wine/beer yoga, and even goat yoga. Here’s the lowdown

What Is Intermittent Fasting and What Benefits Can It Have 

Whilst many people are intimidated by the thought of fasting, associating it with long periods of feeling starving and restricting yourself, this doesn’t have to be the case. What Is Intermittent Fasting? To put it simply, intermittent fasting is a

4 Practically Free Tips For Self Care

It’s rare to speak to someone in this day and age who isn’t busy; over-consumed with the hustle and bustle of every-day life. Our intense existence can lead us to feel like we are running around chasing our tails, often

social wellness

3rd Pillar: Social Wellness – How To Improve Social Wellness

Social wellness is the third pillar of holistic health, in other words being aware of the interdependence we have with others and nurturing ourselves, others and our relationships. In today’s digital world people are becoming more isolated, so it is

Food And Skin Care For The Cold Season

We love the autumn and winter season. Changes in the colours of the leaves on the trees. The changing of the weather some love and some don’t, but I do. It’s the holiday season. With that comes warm jumpers and

guilty pleasures

Guilty Pleasures and Why They Are Important

In our world today it is important that we take care of ourselves. Guilty pleasures are the perfect way to do this. What’s your guilty pleasure? It seems to be a rather short-sighted question, as if we, modern day women

Why Giving Up Alcohol Will Be The Best Thing You’ve Ever Done

After a long, hard day’s work there can be nothing more inviting than pouring a chilled glass of wine and unwinding in your favourite spot. But why do we turn to alcohol to de-stress and why should we reconsider what

Self Care: Making a Self Care Box

There are many ways to make yourself feel better after a tough day. The internet is full of ideas on how to do this. However, my personal favourite is making a self-care box. In this post I will tell you

1st Pillar: Physical Wellness – Do You Know The 3 Steps You Need To Follow To Maintain a Healthy Quality of Life?

Achieving and maintaining a healthy quality of life is extremely important, because it allows us to get the most out of our daily activities without getting tired or stressed. This healthy quality of life is all part of our physical

Crochet Therapy and Future Etsy Endeavours

Have you ever found a hobby that takes on a life of its own? The kind where you watch a video on YouTube, then another, and another, until it’s 2am and you’re browsing crochet hooks and chunky wool on amazon.

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