If you want to improve your health in 2025, you might be considering changing your diet or joining your local gym. However, your gut health has a bigger impact on your body than you might think. From your immune system to your mood, the link between your gut and your brain can affect every corner of your physical and mental health. Read on to learn more about gut health and the foods you may incorporate into your diet to improve it. Your gut microbiome includes trillions of microorganisms Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria, viruses, yeasts, and other microorganisms, which are collectively known as your “gut microbiome”. This balance between “good” and “bad” bacteria can be affected by... Read More

While you might have similar goals or circumstances to other people, a financial plan isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, a tailored financial plan that considers your needs and goals could help you get far more out of it. For instance, one goal might be to ensure you’re financially secure in retirement. It’s likely to be something many other people are working towards too, but that doesn’t mean your retirement goals are the same. There could be many differences, which may affect how much you need to save. For example: What age would you like to retire? Are you entitled to the full State Pension? Will you be retirement planning with a partner? What kind of retirement lifestyle are you looking... Read More

When you’re making financial decisions, it can be difficult to look at your options objectively. Indeed, factors like your past experiences and emotions may influence the conclusions you draw. Behavioural finance seeks to understand how people make financial decisions and what factors influence them. Understanding some aspects of this area of study could help you identify when you’re making choices that aren’t based on logic or facts. Over the next few months, you can read about some of the different factors that could be affecting you. Now, read on to discover how habits and experiences could cloud your judgment. Financial habits start forming in childhood Your relationship with money might go back further than you think, and these early habits... Read More

With 195 countries to choose from, deciding where to go on your next holiday can be tricky. In a world where many popular holiday destinations are flooded with visitors and overwhelmed with inauthentic restaurants and shops, you might want to find a place off the beaten path so you can truly enjoy the country you’re visiting. This is where Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel list can help. Read on to learn more about the 10 best countries to visit in 2025 so you can decide on your next holiday destination. 1. Cameroon 2025 marks the 65th anniversary of Cameroon’s independence. With a wealth of exciting events happening to bring well-deserved attention to the nation’s extraordinary history and culture, there has... Read More

Research suggests the fear of running out of money later in life could be holding back millions of retirees. While spending too much too soon is a risk for some retirees, it could also mean you miss out on the lifestyle or experiences you’ve been looking forward to. According to a report in MoneyAge, 30% of retirees – the equivalent of 6.4 million people – said spending money makes them anxious. A similar proportion agreed they often don’t spend money on things they need because they’re worried about the future. Interestingly, a quarter of those questioned said their emotions influence their financial decisions. In some cases, retirees might need to be mindful of their budget to ensure their assets last... Read More