Health and Fitness
Mr Fruitness starts Phase 2 on a high
Mr Fruitness is winning another important challenge. The muscle-bound, health-conscious superhero is the brainchild of a European project funded by the Centro Servizi Ortofrutticoli, the European Union and the Italian government to curb childhood obesity in Austria, Germany, the UK, Poland and Sweden, by promoting the consumption of fruit.
Anadin Supertaxi hits London & Birmingham
The Anadin Supertaxi was spotted at various well-known landmarks in and around Birmingham and London last week whilst helping people to get to their destinations four times faster.
Christmas arrives early at Barts and The London Children’s Hospital
Christmas arrived early at Barts and The London Children’s Hospital this week, as Saab GB stopped by to drop off £500 worth of Early Learning Centre presents for the hospital’s young patients.
British Red Cross: Ready for the snow
Parts of the country have been experiencing the worst winter in over a decade and with the freezing conditions set to continue, the British Red Cross are planning their response to the extreme weather.
Yoga holidays in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains
Whether you are a yogi or a complete beginner, Slovakia's stunning Tatra Mountains with their spectacular landscapes, relaxing lakes and waterfalls and beautiful skies provide the perfect backdrop for a yoga break.
Kick-start 2011 with a Health Hub holiday
Exciting and innovative health and wellbeing company, Health Matters 360, is offering the ultimate tonic – and a completely original concept – for those looking for a sustainable way to achieve a healthier, happier lifestyle in 2011 and beyond: the chance to discover a life in balance by combining physical nutrition and mind matters during an exclusive “Health Hub” in the UK or Corfu.
Restoring confidence for new mums
The process of child birth can push many women’s bodies to the extreme, which will leave some women with health problems they are too embarrassed to speak about.
Eddie Stobart helps raise over £730,000 for Cancer Research UK
Stobart Group and stars from the channel Five hit – Eddie Stobart: Trucks & Trailers – came together in London on Saturday night to support Ronan Keating’s annual Emeralds & Ivy Ball and help raise almost three quarters of a million pounds in aid of Cancer Research UK and The Marie Keating Foundation.
Bupa wins Plain English Campaign award for online clarity
Bupa, the international healthcare group, has been awarded the Plain English Campaign's web award for online clarity for its website, bupa.co.uk.
Christmas charity appeal December 2010
Santander has joined forces with ITV1's flagship daytime show This Morning for this year's Christmas appeal to help raise money for CLIC Sargent, the children's cancer charity.
Simplyhealth opens new independent living store in Leeds
Healthcare provider Simplyhealth has opened the doors to its new independent living store in Leeds.
Fitness fanatics prepare for Great Scottish Santa Run
A group of fundraising Santas braved the freezing temperatures earlier this week in preparation for the Great Scottish Santa Run.
New year, new you? Try gentle yoga to ease your pain
If you're thinking about getting fitter and healthier this new year, consider the growing popularity of yoga as "medicine".
10% discount for Spring yoga weekend in Dorset
Welcome the Spring and refresh your body, mind and soul with a weekend of gentle yoga in the Dorset countryside. Book before January 4, and get 10% off.
Understanding breast cancer in men
Although most breast cancers occur in women, about 0.5% - 1% of breast cancers occur in men.