Eight ways to stay healthy and happy this autumn

Being proactive will help you maintain good health throughout the winter months

Exercise is a natural stress-reliever, helping the body to manage cortisol and improve sleep and mood.  Picture: iStock

Starting to feel increasingly mentally and physically drained as the days grow shorter? You aren’t alone.

The colder weather and looming darkness this time of year can take a toll on our overall health, but instead of succumbing to gloom, have you considered conducting an autumn health MOT on yourself?