Anna Swindells Osteopath

10/10/2022

This article highlights the importance of social contact for our mental well being especially into older age. It does mathematise it ( 5 close friends, 15 good friends, 50 friends) and that it takes > 90 hours apparently before someone might become a close friend - assuming you have a few things in common. But the point is well made.

Telegraph: Why your inner circle needs to be a certain size.

27/02/2022

New research helps explain how stressful events make teens vulnerable to anxiety and depression—and points to ways to help them cope better.

31/01/2022

Not health related - just interesting! A little language thing that you didn't know you knew : )

31/01/2022

20/09/2021

Confused about how much fluid you should really drink ?? Guess what - all you need to do is to drink (something) when you are thirsty! Who knew?!

New York Times: Here's how to know when you truly need to hydrate.

07/09/2021

Just in case you weren't sure...

Masks again? Yes! If you wear a mask, the infection rate drops by nearly 75%. 😷

15/08/2021

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best...

Building upon your existing habits might be the key to creating positive new ones — especially when it comes to strength training.