Acupressure — needle free therapy helps energy flow freely

Wed, Mar 16, 2011

Acupressure is a Chinese method of healing that has been practised for some 3,000 years and which works on the meridians, energy channels that run in a network through the body. In a healthy body, the ‘chi’, or essential energy, flows freely and evenly through the meridians. When blockages occur, the body becomes unbalanced, chi is trapped, and disease occurs.

Galway people urged to send recipes for inclusion in book

Wed, Mar 16, 2011

International health guru Udo Erasmus is inviting Galway people to send him their healthy recipes. He plans to publish a free Irish healthy recipe booklet later this year and hopes to include at least one recipe from each county.

Sleep tight

Wed, Mar 16, 2011

When the alarm goes off in the morning do you spring out of bed, eager to face the new day? Or maybe you linger a little longer mentally building yourself up to the challenge of leaving blanketstreet? Or do you press the snooze button and go back to sleep?

Cheaters’ guide to Brown Thomas

Thu, Mar 10, 2011

One shortcut that I take in Brown Thomas regularly (and you can too!) is that I will visit each counter and department, simply asking “what’s amazing here?” It is a true short cut to success. It will help if you can add, as a by the way, that you love the sophisticated seventies look, or that you are sticking to the sharp feminine lines of the Mad Men era, or that you are a pared down kind of girl, or more is more with you, whatever your style is, reveal it. Be specific but not close minded. Nothing is written in stone, especially when it comes to style. The experts on cosmetics and fashion can steer you down the right path to achieve your desired look. If you are unsure what the best look for you is, ask one of the stylists. It is a complimentary service and she will spend time with you to determine what works best. Then the fun starts. Sometimes what is amazing will not necessarily be what works for you, but it is fun to know what is current and may influence your aesthetic in other ways. Soak it all in. A cohesive(ish) theme tends to run through cosmetics and fashions for every season.

Spring style ideas for all occasions

Thu, Mar 10, 2011

Spring fashion kicked of at last week’s Milano’s Fashion Show where boutiques from the county revealed little gems, giving us some great style ideas and a glimpse of what we can expect to update our wardrobe this season.

Ten steps to good health

Thu, Mar 10, 2011

1. Eat healthily. Try to eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. When doing your grocery shop stock up on healthy snacks, such as rice cakes, celery, cucumber and low-fat cheese. Try to incorporate wholemeal foods, bread and pasta and low fat yoghurt into your diet, too. Avoid sugary and fried foods and salt as much as possible. Grill, bake, microwave but steer away from frying. Watch out for the hidden fats in creams and sauces as well.

How to wear this season’s trends — seventies

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Inspired by iconic movies and celebrities such as Diane Keaton in Interiors, the seventies styles are this season’s hottest trend.

Notes for the season

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

In order to be taken seriously in this climate, we have gone back to the notion that keeping up personal appearances is important. To be taken seriously at work, or indeed when looking for work, everyone is upping their game to remain competitive.

Hypnosis and smoking

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Are you sick and tired of coughing and sputtering, paying a cigarette mortgage each month, or do you simply want to grow old gracefully without the premature wrinkles, wheezing lungs, and stained teeth? If you have finally made a decision to be free from smoking and you want to kick the habit the easy way, then Irish Hypnosis could be your solution.

Treat stress, anxiety, and depression with Chinese acupuncture

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

The internal imbalance caused by the exposure to external stress can lead to what is called an energy blockage, resulting in difficulty sleeping, fatigue, anxiety, and depression. Acupuncture treats the root cause of this condition.

Treating childhood constipation

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Constipation is a common health issue among infants and children. Nutritional therapist Heather Leeson gives her view on the condition.

Constipation in children is a relatively common problem which we see frequently in the clinic. It can range from mild or episodic constipation to severe constipation with no bowel movement for several days or even weeks. Often accompanied by wind, bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, and faecal incontinence, it can cause significant discomfort and sometimes embarrassment for the child. It can be distressing both for the parents and the child, and if left go too long can cause further problems.

Rolling back the years

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

A new combination facial treatment promises to revitalise tired skin with its benefits continuing for months.

Hair flair

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

If your life is peppered with bad hair days then check out Aldi’s new Carino Professional Hair Care range.

A cocktail of colour

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Max Factor has ushered in spring with its boldest and most colourful collection of eye shadows, lip glosses and nail polishes.

Sleek looks from Peruzzi

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

This season’s twist on classic silhouettes from Peruzzi ushers in a look of grown-up glamour. There is a kaleidoscope of colour with lush pinks, vibrant reds and Wedgwood blues.

Get a golden glow

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Fancy putting the dark, dreary days of winter behind you? If so, a sunkissed look may be all you need to give your appearance a lift.

Banish dark spots

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

An anti-ageing treatment from Decleor (€70.33) targets pigmentation spots caused by ageing, the sun, and stress.

Competition

Thu, Mar 03, 2011

Would you like to be in with a chance to win a great Decleor vanity travel bag containing eight beauty essentials for the face and body?

Helping fertility with acupuncture

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of conditions. We commonly know acupuncture can help with pain relief, blood pressure, and irritable bowel syndrome, however acupuncture is also increasingly being used to help with infertility. Acupuncture uses ultra-fine needles that stimulate sensory nerves, physical functions, and the release of chemicals and substances around the body.

Pain free laser hair removal is now available at Therapie Laser Clinic

Thu, Feb 24, 2011

Therapie Laser Clinic, located on Shop Street, has launched the Soprano XL Blue in Galway.

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