Winter workouts

Fri, Oct 16, 2009

In winter, people usually tend to shut down and conserve energy. They aren't as active or as physically fit as they are in summer. Such laxity, however, could affect their well-being. If you want to maintain good health both physically and emotionally don't let winter keep you from your regime. And if you are among the 50 percent of Irish people who don't exercise at all, winter is as good a time as any to get physical. There are a number of different ways to get fit and healthy and the Kingfisher Club has a wide range of programmes, classes, packages, facilities & equipment to help achieve people of any age achieve their goal – and all this from as little as €9 a week too!

Celebrating a successful first year

Fri, Oct 16, 2009

Chiqueskin care and beauty is celebrating its first successful year in business. Chique is owned by Sharon Fallon from Hollymount and since opening in October 2008 she has built up a large clientele in her professional skin care and beauty salon, with qualified and experienced therapist Catherine working alongside her.  

Pauline Cawley introduces another first for Castlebar

Fri, Oct 16, 2009

Following the successful launch of the Nail Bar last week, Pauline Cawley is pleased to introduce the award winning Selectif Pro. Selectif Pro is the industry’s first clinically proven ultrasound-based hair removal solution. Powered by Impresa technology, Selectif Pro is the next generation of long term hair removal devices. It enables precise eyebrow contouring and pain free treatment of sensitive areas like the upper lip, chin, underarms and bikini line. Treatments are safe and free of side effects. Results are independent of hair colour and skin tone, allowing the aesthetic professional to treat a wide variety of clients.

Acne — know the facts, start to act, put it in the past

Fri, Oct 09, 2009

This week Bernie Fahy, the skin specialist, examines the causes and treatment of acne.

It's a breast health revolution at Curves

Fri, Oct 09, 2009

Take charge of your health and ‘Liv’ as this month sees the arrival of Liv Aid, the revolutionary breast self examination kit. The Liv Aid is a heart shaped, simple, medical device, that a woman can use every month to perform a correct breast self exam. It is a soft, fluid-filled, pad that enhances a women's sense of touch and makes the BSE process simpler and much more sensitive for detecting new or unusual lumps. It provides a modest barrier between the breast tissue and fingers. It's like a magnifying glass for your finger tips.

Tasty treats

Fri, Oct 09, 2009

Chicken and sweet corn chowder
Use either cooked chicken fillets or the remains of a roast chicken

Tasty treats

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

Chicken breast with fennel and rocket salad
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GanPian ‘without pain’ through the use of acupuncture and massage

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

Are you suffering with pain and unable to find a sustainable solution? Are you stressed and struggling to unwind? We all know relaxation is good for us but not many people know how to relax properly. Through relaxation and meditation we can unwind and let tension go so that we can access peace, which in turn helps with healing. This intense level of relaxation can be achieved through the use of acupuncture and meditation. Sharon O’Boyle of GanPian Acupuncture and Massage Clinic can help you eliminate pain from your life and also assist you in achieving higher levels of relaxation.

Healthy sweet snack

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

Delicious bran and raisin muffins from Mary’s Home Bakery, Ballyhaunis Road, Claremorris (086 725 2525).

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Gastronomic experience with a spectacular view

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

Watching the sunset over Westport town is a feast for the senses especially when enjoying the sight from the panoramic views from the award winning Knockranny House Hotel’s La Fougère restaurant, while sampling its fine gourmet menu.

Once Worn, Once Loved wedding dress sale

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

Since its inception earlier this year, www.sellmyweddingdress.net has recorded great success for brides past and present, so much so that it expanded to its first Once Loved dress sale in Athlone on March 14.

Body image for teenagers

Fri, Oct 02, 2009

Set goals, shop smart, smile
Rita Mylett, a personal styling and image consultant and Network Mayo’s Business Woman of the Year, offers Mayo Advertiser readers some tips about body image for teenagers. (www.rmibranding.com).

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