Mental Health
Read the latest features on all things mental health, from advice on anxiety and depression to personal experiences of mental illness and the experts and remedies that can help boost your mental wellbeing
Books of 2020: the health and wellbeing reads that got us through
December 8th 2020
From recipe books to Hollywood memoirs, walking inspiration to sleep better science, and the transformational book that had singer Adele in raptures, these are our non-fiction reads of the year >>>
The Christmas self-care tips mental wellness experts swear by
December 7th 2020
Stop anxiety and exhaustion from wrecking your Christmas with these words of wellbeing wisdom >>>
Christmas candles 2020: festive scents to turn your home into a winter wonderland
November 24th 2020
Christmas has come earlier than ever and we’re all for it - here are the 24 best holiday candles for every budget >>>
Hypnotherapy helped me with my anxiety, and now I use it to help others
November 24th 2020
As a teenager, hypnotherapist Fiona Lamb suffered from both anxiety and severe insomnia, but struggled to find the help she needed to address the root cause. Discovering self-hypnosis changed that though and gave her a new career path too >>>
Liposomal vitamin C: the powerhouse formula we all need right now
November 20th 2020
Dr Tara Swart explains the different dosages of vitamin C we need right now to fight viruses and why liposomal is the one to look for >>>
Aromatherapy Associates’ new high street brand launches in Boots today
November 19th 2020
Offering problem-solving aromatherapy skincare at pocket-money prices, we're loving Aroma Active Laboratories. These are our highlights >>>
Easy (and affordable) ways to make your home a calmer place
November 15th 2020
These calming tweaks will make you feel your most zen at all times >>>
Clever ways to make your daily walk more interesting
November 11th 2020
Fed up with pounding the same route every day? These 8 tricks will improve your motivation and make your 10,000 steps a breeze >>>
Why winter’s the perfect time to take up running
November 2nd 2020
From banishing the blues, to supporting your immune system, there couldn't be a better set of reasons to take your workout outdoors >>>
What wellness experts are doing to stay positive during the coming weeks
November 1st 2020
From mindful walking to magnesium baths and writing letters, this is your expert-approved guide to surviving lockdown part 2 >>>
Wellness Wallet: I’m a 30-year-old beauty CEO and I spend £185.50 a month on wellness
October 19th 2020
Massages, HIIT and soothing candles and sleep spray are a priority for Roccabox’s Tia Roqaa >>>
Bryony Gordon: "Lockdown appealed to my inner gremlin because I didn't have to connect with other people"
October 9th 2020
The mental health activist and writer on why doing the very thing she feared most kept away her inner demons >>>
Why this celeb-approved immunity-boosting face mask has seen a 900% increase in sales in lockdown
October 1st 2020
Never-ending bad news got you feeling down? Victoria Beckham and Chrissy Teigen's favourite LED face mask could be the answer; it claims to boost immunity and improve low mood as well as plump skin >>>
Why it's totally normal to feel uneasy wearing a mask
September 18th 2020
Mask anxiety is a real condition according to mental health experts and it's more common than you think. Try these 7 ways to feel better in your face covering >>>
What happens to a busy control freak on a meditation retreat?
September 14th 2020
Will Williams, has taught hundreds of people to meditate from Kate Winslet to Take That. We sent GTG editor Victoria Woodhall, and her inner control freak, on his weekend retreat. Boy did she need it – and probably so do you >>>
The reasons why so many women are suffering from IBS
September 14th 2020
There's been a spike in people contacting IBS helplines since lockdown and women account for two thirds of IBS cases in the UK; leading doctor Rangan Chatterjee thinks he knows why. Here’s how to get to the root of digestive issues and ensure you’re taken seriously at the GP’s >>>
Stress: our top 10 questions answered by GP Dr Rangan Chatterjee
August 26th 2020
How do you fix stress headaches? What’s the best stress relief supplement? And why does stress make PMS worse? We put our most pressing questions to the stress doctor of the moment. Here’s the advice he knows will work >>>
Instagram is stopping us from breathing properly – and it’s terrible for our anxiety
July 27th 2020
Tech apnea is when we forget to breathe when we're scrolling or typing; here's what it does to our body and how to stop it >>>
Why did my workout feel rubbish today?
July 6th 2020
Even the biggest exercise fans have off days - here’s what could be causing your bad session and how to fix it >>>
7 ayurvedic tips on how to keep cool in the heat
June 25th 2020
Struggling to keep a clear head in the heat? Ayurveda expert Jillian Lavender shares how to cool down in the summer Pitta season >>>
Nicola Bonn: life lessons from top wise women in beauty
June 17th 2020
From Hollywood actors to body positivity campaigners and veterans of the beauty industry, they all open up to beauty podcaster Nicola Bonn. Here's what she's learned from their stories >>>
Yoga teachers of colour to follow and practice with
June 10th 2020
If these inspiring yoga teachers aren't already on your radar, try their classes now >>>
How to deal with the anxiety attack 'hangover'
June 5th 2020
Panic attacks are hard enough at the time, but what about that sense of feeling completely drained in the aftermath? Judy Johnson finds out how to recover, with tips on dealing with anxiety and the after effects of an attack >>>
Ateh Jewel: how to take a stand on racial inequality in beauty and in life
June 4th 2020
The writer and producer reveals how it feels to suffer daily microaggressions, in life and in the beauty industry – and how we can all step up. Starting now >>>
Why do we find it so hard to accept acts of kindness?
May 22nd 2020
The theme of 2020’s Mental Health Awareness week was kindness, so why do we find it so hard to accept it from others? >>>