The calming benefits of meditation

Date: 21.02.2012 | Response: 0

We all feel the stress of modern life but those amongst us who practice regular meditation habits may be both better equipped to cope with the negative effects of stress on their bodies and reap the many other benefits associated with regular meditation.

The Fun Factor Effect

Date: 03.02.2012 | Response: 0

Recent research undertaken by Dale Carnegie Training Centres in the United States showed that employees who are entertained become more motivated and productive employees.  Injecting some fun and entertainment into the everyday enlivens people, breaks them from a routine they may consider repetitious or mundane and gives their system a boost.  The cheerful feeling that results from these injections of joy, even if momentarily, begins to be equated with the workplace and the resulting effect may be a happier, more motivated, loyal employee.

Workstation workout

Date: 20.01.2012 | Response: 0

If you sit at a desk all day, chances are you are not getting as much exercise as you should.  Today’s fast paced environment coupled with the fact that we are all working more hours often means regular exercise drops to the bottom of our priorities.  If this sounds like you, take heart, there are some simple movements that you can do in your office that may improve your fitness and wellbeing.  It’s unlikely they will transform you into an elite athlete but it’s definitely a step in the right direction.

Bruise Easily? Toughen Up With These Tips

Date: 12.12.2011 | Response: 0

Does it seem like your epidermis is a constantly polka-dotted patchwork of bruises, bumps and discolorations? You may not be as clumsy as you think you are – another issue could be to blame. Believe it or not, factors like diet, lifestyle and even genetics can play a major role in determining how prone you are to bruises. Use these expert tips to avoid bruises and speed healing when you do get injured.  

Say Goodbye to Post-Lunch Bloat

Date: 22.11.2011 | Response: 0

Your group outing to a local buffet at lunch was heavenly, but after you return to the office, you soon find yourself facing that post-meal enemy of employees everywhere – uncomfortable bloat. Whether your symptoms are related to indigestion, an allergic reaction, or just plain overeating, it can be very difficult to concentrate on your job responsibilities when you feel like you’re about to burst out of your skin. Here’s how to defeat the bloat and get back to work.  

Keep Bad Breath at Bay

Date: 15.11.2011 | Response: 0

A few hours after returning from a delicious lunch, you fall into conversation with a couple of co-workers and suddenly feel self-conscious about the state of your post-feast oral hygiene.

The typical workday lasts eight hours or more and usually involves one or two meals or snacks. That’s a long stretch of time without access to the tools and helpers you use at home to keep your breath fresh. If not-so-sweet breath is a common workplace concern for you, use these techniques to stay fresh and clean from your first cup of morning coffee to your afternoon snack and beyond.   

Healthy Eating on the Go

Date: 03.11.2011 | Response: 0

The task of sticking to a healthy, well-rounded diet can be challenging in any environment. However, when you add a busy work schedule into the mix, it can seem virtually impossible to stick to a beneficial and wholesome diet.

Dieticians suggest that when it comes to healthy eating on the run, advance planning is your greatest ally. By making a variety of healthy meals and snacks before you’re hungry and having them ready to grab on your way out the door, you’ll be much more likely to stick to your nutritional goals.

Stay Hydrated at Work: Tips and Tricks from the Experts

Date: 31.10.2011 | Response: 0

Most office climates are strictly controlled environments that cut out humidity in order to minimize the discomfort and potential damage that moisture can bring with it. However, this type of environment can wreak havoc on your body’s hydration levels, leaving you parched, uncomfortable, and feeling fatigued. Use these techniques to fit office dryness and keep your body’s moisture levels up while you’re on the clock.  

Shift Work Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention Strategies

Date: 28.09.2011 | Response: 0

These days, many employers are looking for ways to get the most value out of their employees. In many cases, this can mean an increased reliance on multiple shifts in order to stretch productivity as far as possible.

Office First Aid: Nosebleeds

Date: 20.09.2011 | Response: 0

Although they are usually harmless from a health perspective, there are few occurrences that are as unnerving and disconcerting as a nosebleed. Because they usually come on unexpectedly – and because humans are hardwired to startle at the sight of blood – it can be difficult to stay calm when you or a colleague is stricken with a nosebleed.