COULD YOU HAVE A HIDDEN ALLERGY?

WELCOME TO HEALTHY

We look at the growing rend for natural beauty products

WHO’S IN YOUR HEALTHY

Our contributors discuss their favourite natural beauty ingredients

YOUR SAY

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LIE IN, YOUR BRAIN WANTS YOU TO!

Swedish researchers have proven that women’s memories

CLEANING GETS A DIRTY REP

A Norwegian study of 6000 people has found cleaning

A NATURAL WONDER

Get glowing, youthful skin with Dr. Organic’s new range of anti-ageing moisturisers

CATCH THE SUN

When packing for a summer holiday, sun cream is one

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Fancy A CUPPA?

If you’re anything like us, reaching for your morning

WIN! OUR HEALTHY GIFTS

For your chance to bag these brilliant goodies to help support your wellbeing, enter by 14 May 2018

YOGA WHEEL

‘Yoga wheel’ Pinterest saves are up 72 per cent and

RUN OFF STRESS

Many of us run to stay stress-free – and new UK research

Stairway to health

A new US study has found that stair climbing lowers

A SUNSHINE BREAK TO JAMAICA

Escape on an all-inclusive seven-night holiday

Enjoy a lakeside spa break

Treat yourself to a luxurious overnight hotel stay in Wales with this great offer

HEALTH by STEALTH

Tips and wellbeing advice from our very own readers

IS EATING ALONE BAD FOR YOU?

As research finds

REBOOT YOUR MOTIVATION MOJO

Another day, another bunch of tasks you didn’t do. Sound familiar? Then it’s time to get a hold of your get-up-and-go

STAND UP FOR YOURSELF

Think keeping your heart healthy requires hours of

“My confidence comes from WHAT I CAN DO, NOT HOW I LOOK”

After years of requests, Myleene Klass has brought out a workout programme, but it’s about empowerment – not Insta-ready abs

WILL THE SUGAR TAX WORK?

Jamie Oliver may be celebrating, but many question if it really will have an impact on the obesity problem. healthy investigates

WHY DO WE WORK 9-5? (AND HOW TO STOP)

Victorian factory owner Robert Owen’s mantra, “Eight

HOW TO KILL LIVE WITH A TECH ZOMBIE

Sick of unanswered questions, one-way conversations and tense meal times thanks to your partner loving their phone more than you? Here’s the expert guide to wrestling back the communication

BE HAPPY IN YOUR SKIN

What matters when it comes to beauty? Increasingly

Natural BORN HEROES

More of us than ever are ditching lab-made chemicals for plant extracts in our beauty products – here are our top natural ingredients that should feature in your cabinet

Divein

With ocean pollution now a planetary crisis, companies and consumers alike are stepping up to do their bit – and the beauty world is no exception. Meet the new eco trend making waves

GET buff

Spring is in the air and it’s time to revive your glow. Microdermabrasion might sound scary, but it could be the renewal treatment your face needs

THEbeauty INFLUENCER

Stephanie Gerber, the woman behind blog Hello Glow talks natural wellness and beauty from within

WHAT’S THE FUTURE FOR PAIN RELIEF?

It could be time to think beyond the blister pack. We investigate the alternatives to traditional medicines, from supplements to cannabis

THE TEN HEALTHY SIGHT HABITS

From choosing the right sunglasses to make-up hygiene, there’s more to healthy eyes than regular tests (but that’s definitely a good place to start)

THEhealth INFLUENCER

GP, TV presenter and author Dr Rangan Chatterjee discusses digital downsides, flawed food advice and tiny lifestyle tweaks

IS BACK PAIN ALL IN THE BRAIN?

New research reveals feelings stiff may be our brain’s way of protecting our back from injury. Will this change the way we manage the pain?

GONG BATH

This form of sound therapy might be at the hippy end of the spectrum, but increasing numbers of people are finding that the rushing gong sound massages the mind. healthy investigates

THE EDIT

New studies and stats you need to know about

YOUR BODY CLOCK

It controls everything from temperature to tennis skills – here’s how

SPICE UP YOUR MIND

We already knew turmeric was a winning ingredient,

FEASTS for family& friends

Take comfort with these delicious meat-free dishes – they’re perfect for sharing over a lazy bank holiday

KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL

Documentary presenter Kate Quilton has uncovered many food facts, but how does she feed herself now she is pregnant? Nutritionist Jenna Hope analyses her diet

go GREEN

Find fresh new ways to eat your favourite veggies this spring says food writer Anya Kassoff

So, what will you be eating this year?

We’re through Veganuary and winter comfort eating, but what are the health food trends we can expect for the rest of 2018?

In season…. SORREL

Delicious, versatile and packed with nutrients, there is good reason to make sorrel a staple in your spring cooking

THE food INFLUENCER

While studying business at uni, Irish Independent columnist Indy Power swapped spreadsheets for spatulas and discovered her passion lay in creating nourishing, feel-good food

HOW DO I COOK WITH… GINGER

Don’t just steep it with lemon when you have a cold – use it to add flavour while improving gut health, cholesterol and energy

BEHIND THE ABS

Researchers from the US have found compelling evidence

JUMPTO THE BEAT

Need an excuse to beef up your music library? The right playlist could be the key to better fitness and greater motivation. Time to listen up

MASTER THE MOVE HEADSTAND

We’ve all felt a rush of envy watching those power yogis effortlessly performing headstands. It’s time to join in

NEW SEASON GEAR

As the weather warms up, breathe new life into your kit with these seasonal and sport-specific picks

HOW DO I SET AN EXCITING GOAL?

Our healthy panel on marathon nutrition, rest days and setting challenges you’ll want to stick to

THE fitness INFLUENCER

Pilates instructor and author Hollie Grant discusses the death of thigh gaps and the joy of springtime running

CLASS CRASHERS RUN

healthy’s Abby Ray learns how to hone her running technique at The Foundry

COOL CRUISES

47% of respondents in a recent survey said they preferred

RELAX, RETREAT, DETOX

One of the reasons we go on holiday is to rejuvenate. But if you want to focus on a specific issue, a cleansing retreat can be the kickstart you need. Here’s healthy’s favourite detox spots whatever you’re looking for

HOLLAND & BARRET rewards for life

Inside this special section, you’ll discover fantastic

MY CORE FOUR

The TV presenter and journalist shares what keeps her happy and healthy

WHAT’S HOT NOW

Get every drop out of this season, with supplements to supercharge, snacks that satisfy and beautifying botanicals

HEALTHY HERO

This issue, Holland & Barrett supervisor Kasia Kacprzyk, from London, talks beauty products and springtime remedies

Prizes you’ll love

We’ve a spa break and ‘happy’ shoes up for grabs – you just need your rewards for life card to take part