Long working hours ‘linked to stroke risk’
The BBC has recently reported on a French study that linked working long hours to an increased risk of stroke. Long hours were defined in the…
What do we want for our children?
Introduction When asking ‘what do we want for our children?’ a common denominator in response is that they will go on to flourish in their…
Physical Literacy and Flourishing
Introduction to Physical Literacy and Flourishing We say that a good specimen of an oak tree is an oak tree that is flourishing. In the…
Starting School at 10am – Why Sleep is Essential for Wellbeing
Introduction Daniel Zeichner (Labour MP) introduced a debate in the house of commons following an e-petition challenging secondary school opening hours. (House of Commons, Westminster…
Benefits of Exercise in Relation to Mental Health
Reduce Stress – Exercises increased concentrations of norepinephrine, a chemical that can moderate the brain’s responses to stress. Boost Happy Chemicals – Exercise releases endorphins…
Exercise and Immunity
An overview of the recent studies showing a positive correlation between improved immunity to various illnesses and the amount of physical exercise.