• The Weird and Wonderful Myths for Combating the Coronavirus

    With the rate of coronavirus cases rising dramatically, so have the myths for combating this virus. Here are some of the myths confusing the world. Myth one: ‘Eating garlic can prevent you from getting the coronavirus’. This is an absolute myth! Even though garlic is believed to have antimicrobial...
  • The Surprising Health Benefits of Meditation 

    For centuries, meditation has served as a common way for people to clear away their stress and anxieties. Getting into a comfortable position, controlling our breathing, and allowing the rhythm of stillness to wash over us like an ocean wave are all steps we’ve taken, as a species, in our pursuit of peace.  Interestingly, though, no one really knows where the practice of meditation originates from – or even when it...
  • Lockdown – City vs Countryside 

    The word ‘unprecedented’ has been cropping up in every news report, article, and Facebook post of late. But these really are unprecedented times. Coronavirus has led to a worldwide lockdown, breaching our basic human rights in a bid to rid the world of this virus. With his announcement on the evening of the 23rd of March, the...
  • Self-care in Self Isolation

    Now that the government has announced a three week lockdown at least for non-key workers and the University of Nottingham has moved to online classes, students are left wondering what to do with this added time whilst isolating at home to minimise the effects of COVID-19. Although our studies...
  • Don’t Cry Over Plant-Based Milk

    Not too long ago, plant-based milk wasn’t as widely available or as common as it is today. With the number of vegans rapidly growing, it’s a good thing that there are so many options of plant-based milk available. Additionally, many people today suffer from lactose intolerance, milk sensitivities and...
  • Style in Fitness; TCA Review

    A review of TCA’s underground collection - it makes fitness fashionable....
  • Why is Breakfast the Most Important Meal of the Day?

    Impact's nutritionist, Vibeke, investigates whether breakfast is the key to being fit and healthy. She's even included her top picks for some nutritious breakfast ideas. ...