Clarins Double Serum now available in Staunton’s Pharmacy

Fri, Feb 15, 2013

Double serum is the complete age control concentrate, the essential formula for all women from age 25. Its pioneering concept, developed in 1985 – the first double serum with separate hydric and lipidic phases – still represents the most targeted response to women’s skincare concerns.

Mayo heart patients get moving with new Croí programme

Fri, Feb 15, 2013

Local heart and stroke charity Croí has launched an innovative community-based exercise programme for cardiac patients in Mayo. Piloted during recent months, the Croí Heart Health and Fitness Programme is proving to be an exciting new venture which clearly benefits patients who have been diagnosed with cardiac conditions or who have undergone cardiac surgery.

New seaweed cosmetic company based in Erris

Fri, Feb 15, 2013

A new seaweed cosmetic company, Atlanticus which is based in Geesala, Erris, has had one of its products selected at Showcase Ireland as one of the top new Irish products. The new product, Thalasso, is one of a range of products manufactured by Atlanticus and is a natural seaweed indulgent bath product, with seaweed sourced from the west of Ireland, dead sea salts, calendula, rose, and dried lavender with an array of essential oils.

Get your best weight loss ever with diet, exercise and metabolism correction

Fri, Feb 15, 2013

There are three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan – diet, exercise and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else. In most people this switch is off. Metabolism problems like slow thyroid, type two diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility, and digestive problems such as constipation, IBS, and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do. Work on fixing your metabolism problems for amazing results. Combine this with a reasonable diet (under-eating is worse than over-eating) and a reasonable amount of exercise (too much exercise is as bad as no exercise) and you will get the best, the fastest, and the easiest weight loss ever.

Spring into shape at Castle Leisure

Fri, Feb 15, 2013

Spinning and Pilates classes for non members
Spinning classes for non members will commence on Monday February 18 at 6.30pm and also Wednesday February 20 at 8pm. They are booked in six week sessions for a fee of €48 for the six week course. They will suit both the beginner to spinning and for people who have tried it before.

Confetti Live! in association with Franc comes to Castlebar

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

TV sensation Franc is the star of the show at Confetti Live! coming to Castlebar’s Breaffy Events Arena this weekend, February 9 and 10.

Family breaks at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

The Crowne Plaza Blanchardstown offers a totally unique location, setting this hotel apart from all others in Dublin. With the Blanchardstown Centre, Ireland’s leading shopping, leisure and retail park destination on its doorstep, the hotel offers guests an enviable choice of activities and entertainment to choose from.

The addictive nature of smoking

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

“I completely understand why you wouldn’t want to give it up,” said Dr David Abrams, an addiction researcher at the National Institutes of Health. “It’s more difficult to get off nicotine than heroin or cocaine.” Dr Abrams and Michael Fiore, MD, a professor of medicine at the University of Wisconsin, both agree that counselling is the best way to quit smoking for good.

Master class on mental health in GMIT

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

A talk on mental health will take place at the GMIT Castlebar Campus on Thursday February 14. Dr Grainne Fadden, a leading UK clinical psychologist, will present a master class on Working Collaboratively with Families in Mental Health: Challenges and Opportunities.

Irish Cancer Society support programme

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

The Irish Cancer Society is launching a new programme to help those recently diagnosed with secondary cancer to learn about and discuss the practical and emotional issues of their diagnosis in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. The six month programme, which will be facilitated by clinical psychologist Aine Melinn, will commence in March 2013 and meetings will take place at the Irish Cancer Society headquarters in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4.

Choose the best food for your dog

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

What food you give your dog is one of the most important decisions you will make for your pooch. Good nutrition influences every aspect of his life. How puppies grow, behaviour, habits, appearance and overall wellbeing are all closely connected to nutrition.

Consult a healthcare professional when buying vitamins

Fri, Feb 08, 2013

Vitamins and minerals are micronutrients that serve a specific purpose and benefit the body in a unique way. For example, vitamin A supports vision and bone growth, whereas vitamin E strengthens the immune system and helps repair DNA. Vitamin and mineral deficiency can impair the body’s ability to heal and protect itself.

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