Seatrade Cruise Global, the trade event for cruise lines, destinations, suppliers and innovators, has added an experiential zone called the Wellness Oasis to highlight the evolving nature of the industry.

As the sober curious movement grows, how can health clubs best support members wanting to make this shift?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two global reports calling on governments around the world to strengthen health taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol.

Urban Gym Group opened its first new site since acquiring Gymbox last October. The 22,000 site in London’s Finsbury Park will become the blueprint for future clubs.

Brighter Boost is a new natural drink supplement derived from mushrooms and is claimed to unlock vitality, boost immunity and reduce fatigue and anxiety. 

With one in six people in the world set to be aged over 60 by 2030, the demand for healthy ageing and longevity services is expected to rise. We talk to operators active in this space and ask how their premium offerings can filter down to the mainstream

The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released new data on the US’ wellness economy, valuing it at US$1.8 trillion.

Customers can now check into a spa, pay for extras and check out again without having to bother staff or carry cash, thanks to The Assistant Company’s (TAC) latest launch.

The pandemic is driving a mental health crisis. Industry experts explore the scope of the challenge and open the conversation about what can be done

A new study from the Global Wellness Institute highlights the scope of the $121bn mental wellbeing market

A new family fitness focused operator is preparing to open its first site in Putney, London.

A healthy diet has massive benefits for your health, both inside and out.

NVM Private Equity has invested £3m of growth capital into indoor climbing business The Climbing Hangar (TCH).

As gym-goers become more nutritionally savvy, they are demanding more tailored food options. How are operators responding to the opportunity presented?

A nationwide analysis of US grocery shopping shows highly processed foods make up more than 60 per cent of calories in food purchased – with these items tending to contain more fat, sugar and salt than less-processed foods.

Consumption of energy drinks results in a marked rise in resting blood pressure, according to a study raising concern that such beverages may increase the risk of cardiac events – even among young people.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued new guidelines on sugar consumption that say adults and children from most countries in the world should roughly halve the amount of sugar they eat to lower the risk of obesity and tooth decay.

Sales of sports and energy drinks are expected to pass the £1.5bn mark in the UK in 2014 – but the majority are drunk at home rather than the gym, according to research house Mintel.

The oft-cited maxim that a daily glass of wine can help stave off cardiovascular disease (CVD) may only be true when matched with physical exercise, according to a new study presented at a health conference in Spain.

From laughter as medicine to wellness hotels, Camilla Parke of The Futures Company looks at some of the trends set to shape the wellness sector in the coming year

Camilla Parke of The Futures Company outlines some of the trends that will influence the health and wellness sector this year

The latest Global MONITOR report from The Futures Company presents the trends and opportunities in wellness