When did we forget how to slow down?
Discover how a yoga retreat in Norway offered a powerful reminder that travel isn't just about seeing new places—it's about perspective and returning to yourself.
Why solo female travel is booming this summer — six honest reasons more women are booking alone, from Zest Life founder Laura Bell.
In late January and early February the young nettle leaves are starting to appear. Nettles are full of vitamins and minerals especially rich in iron and vitamins A and D. They can be cooked in soups as a substitute for spinach, or use raw blitzed for pesto. These nettle oat wraps/crepes are versatile and can […]
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For December Aimee has shared her vegan chocolate mousse made from silken tofu. It has a rich, chocolatey texture with a tart hint from the cranberries, making it a delicious festive dessert option! The cranberry layer will add a beautiful contrast to the rich chocolate mousse, both visually and in flavour. Aimee says “In the […]
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The darker autumnal evenings are an excuse to nurture and recharge. November brings cooler temperatures and wet and windy spells. Warm up with some delicious wholesome soup like this white bean and seaweed broth from Aimee our retreat chef: “This nourishing broth combines the creaminess of white beans with the umami flavor of seaweed and […]
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I came across this Instagram post recently and it really struck a chord with me. Not because it promised a new routine, habit or life overhaul but because it focused on less, not more. In a world that constantly tells us we need to add, upgrade, optimise and hustle, it felt like a breath of fresh air. Here are a few ideas from it that really landed, and that feel especially relevant as we move towards 2026.
Here at Zest Life we are all about wellness and vitality and as work our way through Winter it can be hard to feel such vitality. This is where we choose to turn the self care that we can implement on a daily basis without too much effort – Skin. As we all know when you […]
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At Zest Life we love to sauna and to mix that up with a cold water dip is even better. We all know saunas are not only relaxing but also offer a range of health benefits. Incorporating sauna sessions into your wellness routine can help support physical and mental well-being in many ways. Just remember to stay […]
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I haven’t always loved poetry… as a young girl I thought it was a waste of time. I took extra drama in school and I would much rather have been playing out my friends than having to go to the one to one lessons reciting poetry. Then in my twenties I started to write poetry […]
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Why solo female travel is booming this summer — six honest reasons more women are booking alone, from Zest Life founder Laura Bell.
Why gentle, low intensity movement supports your nervous system better than intensity ever did — especially through midlife. A reflection on quality over quantity in yoga practice.
Discover how sea swimming, blue space therapy and time by the ocean can calm stress, support mental health and help reset your nervous system.
