The rising trend of consumers prioritising wellbeing and preventive health is triggering a surge in investments in the region
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Exercise
Ramadan 2025: UAE doctors reveal top tips for fasting, exercising during the Holy Month
Here are a few tips for fasting and exercising safely during Ramadan according to UAE doctors
beauty and skincare
REVIEW: Red light therapy succeeded where 15 years of acne treatments failed
After a 15-year battle with persistent acne, countless medications, and expensive procedures, I’ve finally discovered a solution that has dramatically transformed my skin – the Bon Charge Red Light Therapy Mask
smash room dubai
UAE residents report 70% stress relief after The Smash Room sessions: Report
Women account for 55 percent of the customer base, and 60 percent of visitors are from Gen Z
anxiety
Inside the $100k a week London retreat where the Middle East’s richest seek mental health treatment
The clinic’s unique approach includes integrating family support, maintaining confidentiality, and providing aftercare programs – treatment costs range from £50,000 to £95,000 per week
Fitness
Affordability a barrier as 92% UAE and KSA residents aspire to improve health
GymNation’s ‘UAE & KSA Health & Fitness Report 2025’ finds over 50% of non-members citing cost as the primary obstacle to joining a gym
beauty and skincare
UAE leads global red light therapy adoption amid sleep, skin concerns: Report
The technology is gaining broader appeal across multiple wellness applications, with 22% of users seeking better sleep and 14% using it to reduce the disruptive effects of blue light exposure
health and wellbeing
EXCLUSIVE: Survey reveals sleep challenges among GCC executives
A GCC-wide YouGov survey highlights the critical role of sleep in executive performance, with only one in five residents achieving the recommended 8+ hours of rest
Bioniq
Cristiano Ronaldo invests in AI-driven personalised healthcare venture Bioniq; boosts its valuation to $82mn
The soccer legend will also participate in future brand and product innovation of the company
Mental health
Men’s wellness startup Better launched in Dubai
Company to focus on men’s health issues
Lifestyle and wellness
Majority of MENA residents report positive well-being, yet 65% face mental health challenges, survey finds
The Gulf Insurance Group (GIG) survey underscores the need for a more holistic approach to well-being that addresses both mental and physical health as well as lifestyle choices
Arctic Edge
Dubai ice bath: ‘Rolls Royce’ of cold therapy opens as founder skips ‘dream job’ to bring ‘huge opportunity’ to the region
Tears, transformation and tranquillity – these are the feelings that George Kyriacou, founder of Arctic Edge, believes that one will experience through the process of cold water immersion
Dubai
Panic attack at work? Here is what you can do, according to UAE experts
Arabian Business speaks to mental health experts in Dubai to understand what companies and colleagues can do during a panic attack at work
healthy sleep
The Swiss resort where the super-rich pay $126k a week to learn how to sleep
Despite being been referred to as the “sleepless elite”, HNWI’s are recognising the significant health benefits that quality sleep can offer