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One You

Without knowing it, by the time we reach our 40's and 50's many of us will have dramatically increased our chances of becoming ill later on in life.

Whether we are eating the wrong things, drinking more than we should, continuing to smoke despite everything we know, or just not being active enough - all of these things can add up to an unhealthy you.

One You is here to help you get back to a healthier you, supporting you to make simple changes towards a long and happier life - take the free One You quiz to see how you score and how you can fight back.

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When you are addicted, for example, to the use of alcohol, drugs, smoking, sex or gambling, you are (physically or mentally) dependent on this use or behaviour. You get withdrawal and/or tolerance symptoms when you don't use the substance. Tolerance means that one needs higher quantities of a substance over time to reach the desired effects.
Go for a walk or a run. Step outside. Cycle. Play a game. Garden. Dance. Exercising makes you feel good. Most importantly, discover a physical activity you enjoy and one that suits your level of mobility and fitness.
Help, support and guidance for people who are wanting to reach out for extra support within the community.
Why not try something different? Tai chi, reiki , massage are all ways of looking after yourself.
A general practitioner: a physician who is not a specialist but treats all illnesses.
Self care is personal health maintenance. It is any activity of an individual, family or community, with the intention of improving or restoring health, or treating or preventing disease.
The acquisition of knowledge or skills through experience, practice, or study, or by being taught
Free time. Use of free time for enjoyment. Opportunity afforded by free time to do something.

NHS

The National Health Service (NHS) is the name commonly used to refer to the four single-payer publicly funded healthcare systems in Great Britain, collectively or individually, although only the health service in England uses the name 'National Health Service' without further qualification.
Empowerment refers to increasing the spiritual, political, social or economic strength of individuals and communities. It often involves the empowered developing confidence in their own capacities.
Mental health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community.