Pack brain food in the kids’ lunchboxes
Fri, Aug 21, 2009
It can be difficult to think about back-to-school time as it’s an admission that summer is nearly over. However, as every parent knows, a stress-free return to school is all about planning and preparation. So it’s never too early to start thinking about healthy school lunches for kids — here nutritionist Aoife Kirwan offers some very helpful advice on which foods a healthy lunchbox should contain — and on how to include brain food.
Read more ...Golden Days – In association with Home Instead Senior Care
Fri, Aug 21, 2009
I have always enjoyed exercise, but I recently experienced heart failure. I'm well on the mend now but is there any evidence to show that I could still benefit from continuing to exercise, even at age 78? I live alone so I worry about the risks.
Read more ...Miss Chic jewellery now available in Mayo
Fri, Aug 21, 2009
If pure bling isn’t your thing but you still want to make a statement with your accessories then the Miss Chic collection is a must-have!
Read more ...Golden Days
Fri, Aug 14, 2009
Coping with caregiver stress
My daughter, who has a full-time job and a young family, is also caring for her elderly father-in-law. She is run ragged and is exhausted because she is taking his care entirely on her own shoulders, but she can't see the damage it is doing to her and her family. How can I help?
My daughter, who has a full-time job and a young family, is also caring for her elderly father-in-law. She is run ragged and is exhausted because she is taking his care entirely on her own shoulders, but she can't see the damage it is doing to her and her family. How can I help?
Read more ...Pulmonary rehabilitation programme at MGH
Fri, Aug 14, 2009
The respiratory team at the Mayo General Hospital has recommenced the delivery of pulmonary rehabilitation programmes for patients with chronic respiratory disease.
Read more ...SMA launches parenting panel
Fri, Aug 14, 2009
SMA Nutrition has launched SMA Every Step Panel of Experts — an independent advisory panel designed to offer much-needed support and mentorship to Irish parents across a broad range of issues at every step of the parenting journey.
Read more ...Look good on your holiday
Fri, Aug 07, 2009
Perfect patterns
Though the slimming virtues of black are often touted, it may not always be the best choice — particularly against obviously sunlight-deprived skin. Use patterns and fabrics to your advantage.
Relive summer memories
Fri, Aug 07, 2009
HB is calling on Mayo people to get into the summer feeling in a campaign called Relive Those Summer Memories. By joining HB’s Relive the Fun fan page on Facebook, one lucky person will walk away with free HB ice cream for a full year!
Read more ...Are you the next cover girl?
Fri, Aug 07, 2009
Multi-award winning Irish make-up brand Fuschia has just launched a nationwide search for a cover girl. Now in its second year, the Face of Fuschia competition will select a winner that reflects Fuschia’s ethos of celebrating natural beauty.
Read more ...Top trends for luscious locks and body beauty
Fri, Aug 07, 2009
For over a quarter of a century Suay Hair and Beauty, Castlebar has been renowned for innovation and results in professional hair colour. Suay has studied closely the latest trends and techniques that have dominated the international catwalks.
Read more ...One million step walker looking for help from Mayo
Fri, Aug 07, 2009
Mayo will be a key stop for a 500-mile charity walk being completed by Emmet Ryan, who is walking through eight counties in 28 days for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland. In total he will take over 1,000,000 steps on the journey, which is the equivalent of 19 marathons in four weeks.
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