Melissa Fann
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Can Gut Health and Mood Be Connected? What the Research Says
For years, gut health was mostly discussed in relation to digestion. If you had bloating, constipation or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you might be told to eat more fibre or…
Why Your Energy Crashes By 3pm (And What Might Be Contributing To It)
It’s around 3pm. Your concentration starts to fade. You find yourself reaching for another coffee, scrolling your phone without thinking or staring blankly at your screen while willing yourself to…
What Happens To Your Muscle Mass After 40 — And Why It Matters Earlier Than You Think
Most people expect certain changes as they get older. Perhaps you’ve noticed a few more grey hairs, slightly slower recovery after a late night, or the occasional unexplained ache that…
Why Your Body Sometimes Feels ‘Off’ Even When Nothing Seems Wrong
There are seasons in life where nothing appears obviously wrong, yet your body still doesn’t feel quite right. You’re functioning. You’re answering messages, going to work, making plans, getting through…
Why Your Body Feels “Wired But Tired” Even After Sleeping
There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that feels difficult to explain. You’re tired enough to collapse into bed, but once your head hits the pillow, your mind refuses to settle.…
The Wellness Habits That Quietly Create More Mental Load
When Wellness Starts Feeling Like Another Job There was a time when wellness felt simpler. Going for a walk after dinner counted as exercise. Drinking more water felt like enough.…
Why Some People Feel Exhausted Even After a ‘Restful’ Weekend
There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that feels strangely confusing. You sleep in on Saturday. You stay home most of Sunday. You finally get through that Netflix series everyone’s been…
Are You Resting — Or Keeping Your Body Inflamed?
When “Rest” Still Feels Exhausting There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that sleep doesn’t seem to fix anymore. You get through the work week feeling mentally fried, promise yourself you’ll…
Why the Rename From PCOS to PMOS Matters More Than Many Women Realise
I have wondered for years why so many people diagnosed with PCOS did not actually seem to fit the name they had been given. “Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome” sounded specific and…
Why Some “Clean” Smells Make Certain People Feel Physically Sick
Martha Lee
This opinion piece was contributed by Dr Martha Tara Lee and has been lightly edited for clarity and readability. For almost two years, I kept complaining about a strange smell…
