In these times more than ever, I feel strongly about the value of social enterprises in London and the need to shine a light on their activities. I’ve written before about Sarah Bentley and her work with Made In Hackney, and have also mentioned the Luminary Bakery, which offers opportunities to women at a social […]
Finding an antidote to the January Blues
It’s January. We are back in lockdown. And it’s freezing. If you are anything like me, you will be feeling at a bit of a low ebb (to say the least). If the bombardment of inspirational messages are making you want to hibernate/cry/drink a bottle of wine, then you are not alone. It’s easy to […]
TRIED & TESTED // Steril-eeze Hand Sanitiser
Sanitisers are now in every woman’s purse, every gentleman’s pocket and every household. The coronavirus epidemic has made them an essential item in our lives. There are many sanitisers available to us, but most of them don’t account for how fragile our skin is, especially in the winter months, and don’t do anything to help […]
TRIED & TESTED // Haix Black Eagle Adventure 2.2
These shoes are made for walking and that’s just what they’ll do! Being due to head on a hike up Snowdon, I knew I would be able to really test the Haix Black Eagle Adventure shoes. As it turned out, we didn’t quite get there. While new travel restrictions due to COVID 19 stopped us […]
TRIED & TESTED // Vitl DNA
Amid a global pandemic, and with winter months upon us, staying healthy is high on most people’s priorities right now. I take echinacea during colder months, a traditional herbal remedy that helps with fighting coughs, colds and flu that are all too common during winter. I continue to train during ‘off season’ and spend a […]
How much does sizing affect a sports bra? The Pour Moi Empower sports bra
Over the past few years, more and more sports bras and brands have popped up on the activewear scene. With so many sports bras now available than before, it can be a little overwhelming. Why it’s so important to get a bra that fits According to a research study by the University of Portsmouth,the movement […]
TRIED & TESTED // Urban Greens
This week, we partnered with Urban Greens to test out some of their vibrantly-coloured and beautifully presented salads. They almost looked too good to eat. Yet, we couldn’t manage to resist digging in. Who are Urban Greens? Urban Greens is a local London eatery created by three passionate foodies that were on a mission to […]
World Diabetes Day, 14 November 2020
The 14th of November is World Diabetes Day. In fact, November is Diabetes Awareness Month. At Healthy Living London, we have a lot of incredible writers, each with their own health journey. It just so happened that I am one of them and I have been living with Type 1 Diabetes for over 15 years. […]
Eco-Friendly Products For The Home – Top Picks
I always try to be eco-friendly and choose sustainable products. Over the last few years in particular, since I bought my home, I have actively sought out eco-friendly products. More options have become available as more companies have been creating products that are more eco-conscious and sustainable. So why not consider swapping for a product […]
Face Masks – Which One To Buy?
Face masks are the new normal, so it’s important to find one that is comfortable, functional and, for those that care about their appearance, stylish! I’ve tried out a collection of non-medical masks and have written my thoughts below. I am not in the medical profession, so I can not comment on the protection offered. […]