Health and Fitness
Saving Light For Asthmatics
A new device aims to bring reassurance to the 5.2m people in the UK who currently receive treatment for asthma. It is also hoped that the gadget will help reduce the risk of dying from asthma at night, which is a tragic fate met by 180,000 people each year worldwide.
A Natural Way To Combat Stress
There are many things in our everyday world that challenge our health and deplete our immune systems – poor diet, stress, environmental pollution, chemicals in/on food and in many household goods, antibiotics and other prescribed drugs. Consequently there is a big increase in the number of people suffering from a range of mental and physical illnesses.
Christmas Superfood – Cranberries
With an ever increasing demand for flu vaccines in the UK as the winter takes hold, it’s good to know one particular festive favourite may be helping to ward off infection.
Brits Stuff More Than Just Turkey At Christmas
A new survey has revealed that two thirds of Brits overindulge every Christmas, putting on up to a stone as a result. In a survey of 3,000 people, thirty per cent admitted they usually put on 1–2lbs, thirty-four per cent put on 3-4lbs, twenty-two per cent put on 5-6lbs whilst fourteen per cent said they put on at least half a stone! It’s no wonder that fifty-six per cent immediately regret eating so much.
Bad Manners Are Making Men Angry
It’s not a belly full of beer, a touch of the green eyed monster, or even a losing football team that are most likely to make a man blow his top, but bad manners. According to a poll of over 1028 British men by Men’s Health magazine, a surprising 68% said rude people were to blame for their aggressive outbursts, followed by work (57%), queue jumpers (55%), people who show a lack of common sense (54%) and other road users (50%).
Get In Shape With Davina McCall
After the phenomenal success of Davina McCall’s Power of 3 fitness DVD, (which was the Number One selling fitness DVD of 2005), and her follow up DVD My Three 30 Minute Workouts, Davina is back with a fantastic new box-set which combines both these super titles!
Michelle McManus’ 10 Stone Weight Loss
After losing over 10 stones, Michelle McManus is now sharing her workout and nutrition tips in her inspirational DVD, The Lifeplan Workout to create the ultimate weight-loss toolkit for anyone looking to change their life forever.
NHS Survey To Give Patients Their Say On GPs
Five million patients are to get the chance to have their say on how easy it is for people to see their GP as part of the biggest ever survey on NHS services. The GP Patient Survey, launched today by Health Minister Lord Warner, will reward those GP practices offering patients good access to services.
A Smoother Way To Buy Home Fitness Equipment
Smooth Fitness, the world's largest online retailer of home fitness equipment, including treadmills and elliptical trainers, has partnered with Google's Checkout to provide customers with a fast, safe and convenient way to shop online without the need to create multiple accounts and passwords.
Top Tips To Quit Smoking The Natural Way
If 2007 is your year to stamp-out your smoking habit, here are some natural products that may help support you through some difficult times and lead you to a successful outcome.
Organic Hemp For Fitness Fans
Vegetarians, vegans, fitness enthusiasts and body builders all need to ensure their diet includes sufficient protein to support their lifestyles, and finding pure, organic protein has just got easier with the launch of a new Hemp product from Nutiva.
Taking A Tea Break Is Good For Your Health
Want to get a problem off your chest? Women up and down the country agree that sitting down with a good old cuppa is a great way to get a problem out in the open. A survey carried out by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to celebrate its fundraising partnership with Tetley decaf, reveals:
Running Weekends On The Sunshine Coast
The Running Inn, Eastbourne, offers unique weekend breaks for anyone who loves running for fitness. Launched just over a year ago, the Running Inn team has successfully coached over 100 runners and received extensive press coverage in praise of the package.
Have A Happy And Healthy Christmas Day
There is no need to feel blue on Christmas Day, from hangovers to period pains, these natural tips for a healthy body and mind will help you through the day if you’re feeling a little under par.
Make Sure Only The Goose Gets Fat At Christmas!
Struggling to squeeze into your office Christmas party dress? Want a flatter tummy for the new-year? A free guide has been written to provide advice on how to achieve a flatter tummy with some clever exercise and nutritional advice from nutritionist Dr Chris Fenn.