Balls and Boccia What do you get if you combine a group of 20 people, 60 coloured balls and an empty room? A room filled with light, laughter, activity and…
Health Defence Blog
Welcome to the Health Defence Blog - a blog about health, wellness and a healthier you. Brought to you by the Health Defence team at Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, you'll find up-to-date information on a range of topics from what's in your food to the latest advice on e-cigarettes!
Care for your heart. It matters and so do you.
Care for your heart. It matters and so do you. Sometimes we know what we should be doing. But getting the motivation to do it? Well, that’s another story! We…
Chatty Coffee Corners, Connections and Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland.
Chatty Coffee Corners, Connections and Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland Have you ever felt lonely? Have you ever been in a busy, crowded room that felt full of life and…
The Power of An Hour. Could a stroll and a blether help you feel better?
The Power of An Hour: Could a stroll and a blether help you feel better? With so many different messages about what we can do to improve our physical, mental…
Hosepipes and Hearts
Hosepipes and hearts So what has a hosepipe got to do with your heart? Have you ever turned the hose on and found it has sprung a leak? Have you…
Do YOU know your numbers?
Do YOU know your numbers? There are so many numbers that we collect that are connected to our health. Some of these we collect without thinking about it. For example…
Emotional Intelligence – what is it and why is it important?
We often talk about people’s intelligence in terms of how clever they are, the number of qualifications, the knowledge they have or just a general sense of their mental standing….
Building resilience in the workplace (and for life!)
The concept of resilience has gained attention recently. Sadly because it seems that more people are often feeling stressed and worn out. When we are worn out, we are less…
Get your fibre fix (and reduce the risk of stroke, diabetes and heart disease!)
Fibre (also known as roughage) is an essential part of our diet but most adults in Scotland aren’t eating enough. In fact, most of us need to double our intake!…
Build the perfect lunch with our quick n’ easy 4 step guide
Work lunches don’t have to be boring. With summer on our doorstep it’s an easy time of the year to pick healthy choices with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables…
***Disclaimer: always seek medical advice before starting a new diet, exercise regime or medication. The information in these articles is not a substitute for professional advice from a GP, registered dietitian or other health practitioner.