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15th Oct 2019

Do Luxury Workplaces Create More Productivity?

From Google’s in-house slide to the Pinterest pix&mix shop; luxury workplaces are becoming a norm. But the question begs, are these luxury spaces making us more productive?  Or are they gimmicks to attract talent, and make it ‘feel’ like we’re working somewhere cool and quirky?  Offices once consisted of a desk, a chair, a computer, […] Read more

8th Oct 2019

The Health Benefits of Charcoal Infused Water

At Billi, we love revealing how you can infuse your still or sparkling water to make hydration more enjoyable. With this in mind,  we thought we would reveal the increasing popularity of charcoal-infused water. While you may already infuse your water with fruit, charcoal infusion is a rising health trend. Seen in the hands of […] Read more

7th Oct 2019

Why Aren’t We Drinking Enough Water?

In a recent survey by Britvic, 62% of people admit to not drinking enough water.  Shockingly, 20% of participants in the research admit they last drank a glass of water more than a week ago.  With data like this revealing that us Brits are not drinking enough water, the question begs as to why?  Our […] Read more

25th Sep 2019

12 Water-Rich Foods You Should Snack On

According to a recent study by Robinson’s 52% of Brits think drinking water is boring. With this in mind, we thought it was time to reveal the best water-rich foods you should snack on to help you reach your water goals.  Proper hydration is essential for your health and to remain productive at work. Not […] Read more

23rd Sep 2019

Can Plants Drink Filtered Water?

Many modern offices now contain an array of plants, but the question is, can plants drink the same filtered water that we can?  Plants are an ideal feature to have in an office as help to oxygenate the air. The more plants in the office, the more productive we feel as the air is cleaner, […] Read more

23rd Sep 2019

The Countries That Have Banned Plastic

Plastic pollution continues to hit the headlines across the UK, but there are some countries that have banned plastic.  Taking a strong stance on plastic pollution is what many environmental campaigners are asking from the UK government.  Sian Sutherland, the founder of A Plastic Planet, believes we need to look beyond recycling and re-using and […] Read more

19th Sep 2019

Billi taps into its Net Promoter Score surveys to support East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices

We are proud to have raised a fantastic £500 for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH). East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk and supports their families. The family centred approach includes specialist nursing care, symptom management nursing, short breaks, wellbeing activities, therapies, […] Read more

18th Sep 2019

Why Hydration is Becoming a Workplace Issue

When it comes to employee wellbeing you perhaps don’t consider the impact of water, but hydration is becoming a workplace issue.  In the UK the average contracted hours for a full-time job are 37-hours per week, and 16-hours a week for a part-time job role. Considering how much time we spend at work, it’s essential […] Read more

17th Sep 2019

The Link Between Water and Better Health

We all know that drinking more water leads to better health. But what does that really mean for our bodies?  Thanks to the science and research that has been conducted on the impacts of water on our bodily functions, we now know more than ever before about the benefits of hydration.  As we’re well aware, […] Read more

16th Sep 2019

Workplace Stress – A Modern Epidemic

Workplace stress may not appear to be a severe health diagnosis, but it has become a modern epidemic.  In May 2019, the World Health Organisation classified burnout as “a syndrome conceptualized as a result of chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.”  Claiming it as an ‘occupational phenomenon’, signifies that the medical community […] Read more

10th Sep 2019

How Dehydration Makes You Perform Worse

While drinking enough water may be a habit most Brits struggle with, the simple truth is dehydration makes you perform worse.  In our workplaces, we’re required to give our best possible focus and attention to our work, but this can be stifled by poor hydration.  Water is a vital source for our bodies to remain […] Read more

8th Sep 2019

10 Tips for a Plastic Free Workplace

Going plastic-free in the workplace can help your business make a positive impact on the environment.  While the current media coverage has been to make us aware of the individual impact of our plastic habits, we must not forget that businesses also contribute to pollution.  Going plastic-free in an organisation can have large impacts both […] Read more

4th Sep 2019

The Bad Office Habits Risking Our Health

When you spend long hours at work it’s easy to pick up bad office habits that can risk your health.  In a study conducted by the TUC, the average UK employee works 42 hours per week. This is two hours more than the EU average and is equivalent to an extra two and a half […] Read more

3rd Sep 2019

Why You Need to Drink More Water at Work

You may already be aware that you need to drink more water when you exercise or when it’s hot, but did you know you also need to ensure you drink more water at work?  The average person spends around 84,000 hours at work in their lifetime. As we spend so much of our waking lives […] Read more

2nd Sep 2019

10 Things You Should Know About Sugary Drinks 

How much do you know about those sugary drinks you reach for during your afternoon slump?  The fact is sugary drinks can play havoc on our productivity and our health. Not only leading us to feel slower in the afternoon but also leading us to have long term health problems.  With such an array of […] Read more

28th Aug 2019

What You Should Know From UN World Water Week

This week in August marks the United Nations (UN) World Water Week.  Starting from Sunday 25th August to Friday 30th August 2019, leaders from around the world,  come together to discuss a wide range of the world’s water issues. Covering water development and sustainability. Key concerns are also raised around the environmental challenges that face […] Read more

27th Aug 2019

5 Ways to Boost Your Daily Water Intake

Boost your daily water intake at work become more focused and more productive. Sometimes hitting those eight glasses per day can feel like a real challenge. The trouble is, when our bodies are dehydrated we can begin to feel unwell. This can start as a headache, but later cause us to feel tired and weak.  If […] Read more

20th Aug 2019

Why You Should Swap Pop For Sparkling Water

Instead of putting your efforts into pop, a healthier alternative is sparkling water.  If you tend to reach for the sugary drinks rather than a glass of water, you could be consuming an average of 30 grams of sugar every day.  When you regularly consume sugary fizzy drinks you are putting your health at risk. […] Read more

19th Aug 2019

The Evolution of the Smart Kitchen

Smart kitchens are no longer just for the modern home, they are also an asset for forward-thinking workspaces. Technology is not only influencing the devices we use but the spaces we live and work within.  Just as when we’re at home, we now want a kitchen space at work that can cater to our needs, and […] Read more

12th Aug 2019

The Global Mission For Safe Drinking Water

Safe drinking water is not available to everyone around the world. In a recent report by the World Health Organisation, 1 in 3 people globally do not have access to safe drinking water.  While most of us in the western world take clean water for granted, there are those in the world who see it […] Read more