Lydia Smith

Itchy and sore, eczema can be very unpleasant - and often, unbearable. Although there is no cure for eczema, conventional treatments like creams and ointments can help relieve dry, irritated skin. However, some natural products - like coconut oil - may provide some much-needed relief too.

Men account for three-quarters of all suicides, yet they are less likely to access therapies to support their mental wellbeing. This is why self-care for men has never been so important - and shouldn't be treated as an afterthought or occasional treat. We explore why the pressure from society on many men to 'stay strong' - and on many of us to prioritise work over our health and wellbeing - can be dangerous and harmful.

If you've ever had that sinking feeling in your stomach as the weekend draws to a close, you aren't alone. Many of us struggle with feelings of anxiety, low mood and a general sense of dread - dubbed by many as the 'Sunday scaries'.

We all have days when we don't feel good about ourselves, and it is rare to find someone who is confident all the time. But when we persistently have low self-esteem, it can have a harmful effect on our lives and mental wellbeing. Self-esteem is how we value ourselves and when we have healthy self-esteem, we generally feel positive about ourselves and our lives. When our self-esteem is low, it can leave us feeling worthless, undeserving of happiness or low in confidence, which can affect our health, work and relationships.

Gummy, chewable multivitamins are popular around the world among people who want to improve their diets. Although they taste like sweets, many promise to boost our health quickly with minimal effort. But are multivitamin gummies really that effective - and do we really need them?