Health and wellbeing are a high priority in current health and social care provision. Health is the state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing. Wellbeing is not just the absence of diseases or illness. It’s the complex combination of a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social health factors. Wellbeing is strongly linked to happiness and life satisfaction.
Developing and maintaining healthy eating habits is crucial for maintaining optimal physical and mental wellbeing. The food choices we make on a daily basis play a significant role in determining our overall health. To establish strong foundation for eating healthy it is essential to understand and embrace the four pillars of right eating habits.
Oxytocin, often referred to as the “love hormone”, plays a significant role in social bonding, trust and feeling of attachments. It is produced naturally in the brain (hypothalamus) and released by pituitary gland during positive social interaction such as hugging, cuddling and intimate moments.
The Japanese have one of the highest life expectancies in the world and their secrets to longevity have been studied and celebrated for decades. While there are many factors that contribute to Japanese longevity, such as genetic and environmental factors.