Health Clinic Malta

22/12/2025

Comfort food is often our go-to during stressful or emotional moments, but why does it have such an impact on how we feel? This blog explores the psychological effects of food choices and how we can develop a healthier relationship with what we eat.

Read more: https://willingness.com.mt/the-science-of-comfort-food-the-psychological-effects-of-food-choices/

Food is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Apart from its nutritional value, food is an enjoyable part of...

15/12/2025

Vegetables do more than support physical health. From improving skin to enhancing mood and gut function, this blog explores lesser-known benefits that show just how powerful a colourful plate can be.

Read more: https://willingness.com.mt/5-lesser-known-health-benefits-of-veggies/

Everybody knows vegetables are good for you. You can probably name some of these benefits right now! They...

13/12/2025

Staying healthy during the colder months can feel challenging, but small habits can make a big difference. This blog explores 8 realistic and straightforward ways to support your wellbeing throughout winter.
Read more: https://willingness.com.mt/keeping-off-winter-weight-8-ways-to-stay-fit-in-the-colder-months/

During the winter months, many of us tend to gain a few more kilos than we’d like. The following are 8 ways to help you keep off gaining your winter weight...

12/12/2025

Even a short wind down routine can make a real difference to how you sleep. Studies show that taking around ten minutes to slow your breathing, stretch gently or read quietly can help calm the nervous system and make it easier to fall asleep. These relaxing moments shift the body out of stress mode which supports deeper and more restorative rest.

If your evenings are busy you can still benefit from a simple ritual. Choose one calming activity you enjoy and make it part of your night. Over time your brain begins to recognise this routine as a signal that it is time to settle.

If sleep has been difficult and you want personalised support you can speak to one of our practitioners at the Willingness Health Clinic.
Book here: https://willingness.com.mt/book-an-appointment/

09/12/2025

Your bedroom plays a decisive role in how easily you fall asleep. Your brain learns to associate places with specific behaviours, and when your bed becomes a spot for work, scrolling, or TV, it stops being a cue for rest. Research on stimulus control shows that when the bed is used only for sleep and intimacy, your brain begins linking that space with winding down and drifting off.

A simple shift in habits can make a real difference. Try keeping screens and work outside the bedroom and only getting into bed when you are genuinely sleepy. If you find yourself lying awake, step out, do something calm in another room and return once your body feels ready for sleep. Over time, this strengthens the association between your bed and a deep, restful sleep.

If sleep has been difficult and you're looking for support tailored to your needs, our practitioners at Willingness Health Clinic can help.
Book here: https://willingness.com.mt/book-an-appointment/

08/12/2025

Portion first. Eat mindfully.
Enjoy the foods you love without going overboard.
Serving yourself before sitting down helps you slow down, feel full, and actually enjoy the meal.

🎄 No guilt. Just balance.

08/12/2025

As the days grow shorter, it's not uncommon to feel a dip in mood or energy. This blog outlines five practical strategies to help you manage the impact of seasonal affective disorder and take care of your mental well-being during the winter months.
Read more: https://willingness.com.mt/5-ways-to-cope-with-seasonal-affective-disorder/

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a kind of depression triggered by changes in the seasons. Symptoms of SAD...

05/12/2025

A cooler bedroom can make sleep come more easily. Your body naturally lowers its temperature as you get ready to drift off and a warm room can slow this transition. Research shows that around eighteen degrees Celsius helps most people settle into deeper and more restorative sleep.

Warm rooms can create restlessness while very cold rooms can also disrupt your rhythm. A cool breathable setup with light bedding and gentle airflow often works best. Small changes in your sleep environment can have a big impact on how refreshed you feel the next day.

If sleep has been difficult and you would like support, you can speak to one of our practitioners.
Book your appointment here: https://willingness.com.mt/book-an-appointment/

05/12/2025

Eating too fast? You’re not the only one.
Here’s what happens when you slow down — and why it matters more than you think.

04/12/2025

Christmas meals don’t have to mean losing control or feeling guilty.
Mindful eating is about enjoying food with awareness, without overthinking or overdoing it.
This blog explores simple ways to stay present, eat with intention, and truly savour the season.

🎄 Read the full blog here: https://willingness.com.mt/mindful-eating-for-christmas/

The past few months have not been easy, adjusting to a new sense of normalcy that feels anything...

03/12/2025

You can enjoy the foods you love while still taking care of your health. It’s not about cutting things out; it’s about building a balanced approach that works for you.

Wondering what that could look like?
Swipe through to explore minor changes that can make a real difference.

And you'd like tailored guidance from one of our dietitians - or support from another member of our team, you're welcome to book an appointment here:
willingness.com.mt/book-an-appointment/

02/12/2025

Caffeine can be helpful in the morning but it continues to affect your body long after the energy boost fades. Research shows that caffeine has a half life of around five to six hours which means a cup of coffee in the afternoon can still be active in your system at bedtime. This can make it harder to fall asleep, interrupt your sleep cycles and reduce the amount of deep sleep you get.

For most people keeping caffeine to the morning and early afternoon supports a smoother transition into sleep. Many notice a real difference when they stop around two in the afternoon and choose calming caffeine free options later in the day.

If sleep has been difficult or you want personalised guidance on improving your sleep pattern you can speak to one of our practitioners at Willingness Health Clinic.
Book here: https://willingness.com.mt/book-an-appointment/