Try something different this Easter

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Have you ever wanted to go hiking in Italy’s stunning Apennines? If the answer is yes, then Into the West Adventures has the perfect trip going to the Sibillini Mountains from April 17 to 24. This mountain chain lies in the heart of Italy and Into the West is giving you the chance to explore this idyllic region and walk its mountain trails, all while enjoying local cuisine and hospitality.

Is your thyroid killing your weight loss and energy?

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Nothing affects your health and weight loss like low thyroid function. It drastically limits your energy and ages you well beyond your years. It can mean you are operating at 50 per cent of normal power, mentally and physically. It makes weight loss almost impossible because you burn 400 or 500 calories less than normal per day. It can limit or stop your weight loss no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

Results made easier at the Coast Club

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Set on the Connemara coast overlooking Galway Bay, the Coast Club Leisure Centre is the ideal place if you want to improve physical fitness, pamper yourself, or simply escape the pressures of modern life. The club is packed full of activities and services that make it a pleasure to visit for both young and old. Opening at 6.30am, the Coast Club can accommodate all you early birds.

Quality dental care at a reasonable price at Rdent

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Rdent is a new state-of-the-art dental surgery recently opened in Galway Shopping Centre on the Headford Road, providing a high standard of cosmetic and general dentistry at reasonable prices.

A healthier you with Health and Herbs

Thu, Feb 06, 2014

Health and Herbs is an integrated health clinic and herbal dispensary situated at 9 Sea Road in Galway. It was founded by Dr Dilis Clare in 1999, who is the only GP in Ireland also qualified in herbal medicine.

Get ready for spring by taming your wardrobe

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

The arrival of spring brings new season collections and the chance for a wardrobe update. There are easy steps to tame your closet and create flattering, practical, looks for everyday and special occasions. Follow these key tips to update your wardrobe for the months ahead.

Louis Copeland Galway sale ends this weekend with fifty per cent off lines

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

Louis Copeland, the menswear specialist located on Merchants Road, concludes its winter sale this weekend with 50 per cent off all casual lines and coats this Thursday to Saturday.

Ditch the razor, start laser

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

Now even more affordable

Walkers invited to sample the thrills and beauty of Europe and Africa

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

Have you ever dreamed of walking the Camino or climbing Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain? Why not make 2014 the year that you do it?

We take your health and beauty questions and put them to the experts at Therapie Clinic

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

We take your health and beauty questions and put them to the experts at Therapie Clinic, Shop Street, Galway. If you have a skin question, email us at

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks with the System 10 weight loss plan

Thu, Jan 30, 2014

System 10 has developed a weight loss plan that offers support, fast weight loss, food plans, and much more, and also provides you with a full assessment of your metabolism.

Learning how to bounce back from adversity

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

Many people have had the odds stacked against them at some stage in their lives. We may have been hit by tragedy, hardship, injustice, illness or loss of some sort but manage to cope. In fact some emerge from major challenges stronger and go on to surmount even greater obstacles.

Results made easier at the Coast Club

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

Set on the Connemara Coast overlooking Galway Bay, the Coast Club leisure centre is the ideal place if you want to improve physical fitness, pamper yourself, or simply escape the pressures of modern life. The club is packed full of activities and services that make it a pleasure to visit for both young and old. Opening at 6.30am, the Coast Club can accommodate early birds.

Herbal remedies for everyday health

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

What are the benefits of herbs and how can we use them in everyday life?

Lose up to two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

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.

Healthy weight loss with Care Cure acupuncture

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

Successful long-term weight loss can be difficult to achieve. Many people have tried diets and later gained back the weight they lost plus some additional pounds.

Get in shape for good with Unigym

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

There is no substitute for hard work to get a business up and running, and who better than a personal trainer to be bursting with the motivation to do it.

Drop a dress size with Cooltec

Thu, Jan 23, 2014

What if we told you that you could drop a dress size without any of the dieting or hard work? What if we told you that exercise was not the only way to slim down and tone up?

Ten fashion blunders to avoid this year

Thu, Jan 16, 2014

1. Wearing oversized outfits. Big may be beautiful but not if you are wearing pants which are way too large, a jacket which does not fit properly at the shoulders or a T-shirt which could happily accommodate your entire family. If you are generously proportioned do not make the mistake of hiding inside extensive layers in the hope of looking more svelte. Always dress to suit your size and make sure any clothes you buy in the sales fit properly and make the most of your figure.

Ten must-dos for a stress-free Christmas

Thu, Dec 19, 2013

1. Manage your time well. There are five days left until the big day so if you still have a lot to do it is important that you have a plan. Otherwise the hours will just slip away and you will end up frazzled before you even get to carve the turkey. Begin by monitoring your time, this will help you pinpoint where you are wasting precious minutes. Then, make a list and decide when you are going to get these jobs done. Your list could include everything from buying last minute presents or icing the Christmas cake (or even making it if you were short of time) to ensuring the chimney is clean for Santa and the grocery shop is in hand.

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