Izzy Cooper

How purpose, curiosity and everyday experiences may support cognitive wellbeing. When we think about brain health, memory is often the first thing that comes to mind. We might picture crossword puzzles, brain-training games or moments when a familiar word temporarily escapes us. But brain health is much broader than remembering names or completing mental challenges. The World Health Organization (WHO) describes brain health as functioning across cognitive, sensory, social-emotional,...

Healthy ageing is not about following a perfect diet or completing intense workouts. It is about supporting the body and mind through small, sustainable actions. Movement, nutrition and everyday routines can all help us preserve strength, independence and wellbeing as we grow older. Moving well: protecting strength and independence From midlife onwards, muscle strength, bone density, balance and aerobic capacity can gradually change. Long-term research has identified declines in grip...

Growing older can bring many changes - some welcome, others more difficult to navigate. Retirement, bereavement, caring for someone we love, changes in health, reduced mobility or simply having fewer opportunities to see other people can all affect how we feel. And sometimes these changes can begin to affect something we might not immediately connect with them: our sleep. Poor sleep can leave us feeling more tired, less motivated and less able to cope with everyday challenges. At the same...