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Why you should always get your flu shot

One crucial step towards maintaining a healthy community is getting vaccinated against the flu.

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Let’s lose the “Freshman 15” once and for all

The "Freshman 15" is a well-known tale of woe referring to the extra weight young adults supposedly pile on during their freshman year at college or university.

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Skincare: Natural isn’t always better

Skincare is a messy game of trial and error. What works for someone might not work for you, and the only way to really find out if a product is good for you is to test it out.

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The health benefits of walking

Here are a number of reasons why you should incorporate walking into your daily routine!

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Healthy food spots to keep you energized

Supercharge your next study session with a meal or snack from these nutritious eateries.

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Colds, flu and COVID, oh my!

Masks are off and school is in. Here's how to stay healthy and avoid getting sick this fall.

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Top 10 best dog-friendly trails and parks

With so many trails and parks in London, it can be hard to know which ones are dog-friendly and where you can go for a walk.

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Sports locations and affordable activities in London

When you come to a new city, especially a big city like London, it can be hard to find things to do and places to have fun outside. That’s why the Navigator is here to help.

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Healthy eating on a budget

Properly nourishing your body is very important for your overall health and energy on a day-to-day basis.

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Discover unique grocery shopping in your neighbourhood

Located in Covent Garden Market, Homeopathy London is a small but mighty health food store, carrying everything from make-up to tempeh.

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A guide to mindfulness

When it comes to our day-to-day lives, we sometimes forget to take time for ourselves and take care of our mental health.

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Mind and body: The benefits of movement

When it comes to physical activity, there are lots of benefits that movement brings to your body and mindset.

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Mental health doesn’t have to be the Achilles’ heel of student life

Mental health is a never-ending battle that many of us struggle with at some or many points of life.

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How to give back to the London community

There are endless reasons people might want to start volunteering. Volunteering allows you to meet new people, gain resume-worthy experience and lend a helping hand to the community.

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Help is just around the corner

Sometimes life hits rock bottom. It happens to the best of us and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. The important thing is to seek out a helping hand, be it a family member, a friend, a religious figure or a support worker.

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London’s best alternative sports

Don’t like to dribble a ball, shoot a puck, or whatever active people are doing these days?

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