The ‘M’ word – thriving through menopause with Evergreen Healthfoods

Thu, Aug 13, 2020

The menopause is a natural part of the ageing process, and your body is transitioning into a new stage of life. As it works hard to balance out the new levels and demands of hormones and changing hormone production, we can experience a huge range of symptoms as this transformation occurs – these can last for quite some time, and Evergreen is on hand to help you adjust. Here are some of the Evergreen team's favourite products to support your body.

Cleanmarine Menopause MenoMin

Ten laws of health and fitness, part three

Wed, Aug 12, 2020

So we are half way through the 10 fundamental laws of health and fitness, and moving on to number 6, 7, and 8 this week.

Live the green life with sustainable shopping choices at Joyce's Supermarkets

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

Do you want to be a more conscious consumer? Why not explore the range of eco-friendly and ethical products available at your local Joyce’s Supermarket.

Fabulous fungi with Evergreen Healthfoods

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

Did you know that the largest known organism on Earth is the mycelium of an Armillaria ostoyae (honey mushroom) in eastern Oregon? It covers an expanse of 890 hectares, and is more than 2,000 years old. Truly there are lessons to be learned in longevity and productivity from the magical mushrooms that surround us – no wonder then that more than 100 types are currently being studied to explore the possible benefits they could offer to us. Here are some of Evergreen's favourite fungi.

Physiotherapy appointments available in person, by phone, and online

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

Aoife Ni Eochaidh, chartered physiotherapist, provides face to face, telephone, and video call physiotherapy for pelvic floor muscle treatment for bladder and bowel incontinence from her clinic in Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. She also treats sexual dysfunction, prolapse, and post-natal pelvic conditions and osteoporosis. People can choose to have their pelvic physiotherapy consultation by phone call, Zoom, WhatsApp, Skype, or Facetime or to attend in person. Patients can get a referral from their GP or self-refer.

Ten laws of health and fitness, part two

Thu, Aug 06, 2020

This is the second article outlining the 10 laws of health and fitness. There are certain irrefutable laws or facts that need to be adhered to in order to attain a great level of health and fitness. In this series I will explain these laws and try to highlight why they are important.

Ten laws of health and fitness, part two

Wed, Aug 05, 2020

This is the second article outlining the 10 laws of health and fitness. There are certain irrefutable laws or facts that need to be adhered to in order to attain a great level of health and fitness. In this series I will explain these laws and try to highlight why they are important.

Pain relief at Crane Clinic

Wed, Aug 05, 2020

Acupuncture which originated in China has been scientifically proven to be very effective for all types of pain relief and is now incorporated in medical protocols in hospitals and specialised pain clinics in Europe, the USA and Australia.

‘I ended up that afternoon in the resuscitation area of my own department’

Thu, Jul 30, 2020

Three years ago I was working as an obese, fatigued, and run-down A&E nurse who had just become an emergency patient in her own department while at work. With a resting heart rate of nearly 200 beats per minute, high blood pressure, and atrial fibrillation diagnosis, things were not looking good at all. Holding down a very stressful and challenging career as well as studying herbal medicine, all while supporting a household of several young adults, had taken its toll.

Portwest: The brand behind the mask

Thu, Jul 30, 2020

Portwest, Ireland’s fastest growing leisurewear, workwear, and PPE company, has now released a range of reusable masks.

Established in Westport in 1904, the company has lived through many historic moments in Irish history. Still owned by the Hughes family and employing more than 100 people locally, the company made headlines at the start of the pandemic when it donated more than €100,000 worth of PPE to Irish hospitals, nursing homes, and county councils. Now, as Ireland begins to slowly reopen the country, Portwest’s experienced team of product designers came together to introduce a reusable range of masks.

Ten laws of health and fitness, part one

Wed, Jul 29, 2020

There are two things that I really like, one is quotes and the second is lists. Top five or top 10 lists resonate with me as they help break any problem or challenge down into manageable, achievable, steps. Health and fitness is no different. It can be broken down into a manageable, achievable, steps and should not be some mystery that only the chosen few get to experience. That is why I want to present the 10 laws of health and fitness in this article. There are certain irrefutable laws or facts that need to be adhered to in order to attain a great level of health and fitness. In this series I will explain these laws and try to highlight why they are important.

Seven training mistakes to avoid

Thu, Jul 23, 2020

1. No fitness plan means no hope
Most people love a plan. A lot don’t. Sometimes in life, though, you have to accept that without a roadmap you will get lost and this is especially true of getting fit. If you have a workout plan, a purpose or specific aim, then you have a template to success. If you follow it, the chances are you will achieve your goal. If you don’t, you won’t, and although it sounds nice to just pop into the gym and make it up as you go along, that strategy just doesn’t produce results. A plan will help you track your progress, challenge your workouts, and help you develop and progress. Think of it like shopping. If you head out to shop aimlessly you will probably just browse aimlessly for hours. But if you head out with a list, you will use your time effectively and only get the things on the list, which will leave you plenty of time to head to the gym afterwards.

Most people love a plan. A lot don’t. Sometimes in life, though, you have to accept that without a roadmap you will get lost and this is especially true of getting fit. If you have a workout plan, a purpose or specific aim, then you have a template to success. If you follow it, the chances are you will achieve your goal. If you don’t, you won’t, and although it sounds nice to just pop into the gym and make it up as you go along, that strategy just doesn’t produce results. A plan will help you track your progress, challenge your workouts, and help you develop and progress. Think of it like shopping. If you head out to shop aimlessly you will probably just browse aimlessly for hours. But if you head out with a list, you will use your time effectively and only get the things on the list, which will leave you plenty of time to head to the gym afterwards.

Top energy tips from Evergreen

Thu, Jul 23, 2020

Rise and shine
We should ideally wake in the morning feeling well rested after a good quality sleep. It is important to start your day by refuelling your body – it likely has been up to 12 hours since your last square meal. Porridge is an old reliable, but oats don’t agree with everyone; consider an alternate grain such as Evergreen millet flakes, or have pre-made energy balls if you find yourself in a rush most mornings. Linwood’s offers a range of milled goodness that can be added to anything at breakfast time. Grabbing that hot cup of coffee is very tempting, maybe consider swapping this out for a cup of Koyu matcha tea, which provides a caffeine boost but alongside multiple other health benefits and is excellent at promoting focus.

Build up your mental, emotional, and physical health with Plexus Bio Energy

Thu, Jul 23, 2020

Everybody has been affected in some way by the Covid-19 lockdown, and many still fear what is ahead. Plexus Bio Energy will build up your immune system and work on your mental, physical, and emotional status to keep you strong and positive going forward. Covid-19 is something we will have to live with for a while but we need to keep ourselves strong and not be frightened; fear and stress lower our immunity and effects our mental, physical, and emotional health so it is important we look after ourselves. Lots of people have been very hurt due to losing loved ones, businesses being closed down, losing their jobs, and parents trying to educate their children from home. It has put a lot of mental stain and stress on everyone. We need to look after ourselves now and so we can emerge stronger than ever.

New location for Francis' Soap Shop!!

Tue, Jul 21, 2020

One of Galway's favourite natural care shops, Francis' Soap Shop, has moved to a new location - Terryland House.

Four things elite athletes do to stay healthy — and you should too

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

I wrote this article a good few years ago from an Irish athletic camp in the Pyrenees mountains. There was a mix of elite senior athletes and some younger athletes trying to get the benefit of altitude. I had the pleasure of doing the physio for these athletes and get some training done myself. Win win! Here is the article:

Talking to and seeing the very best guys here and comparing them to the up and comers, there are a few distinct differences which I think would benefit anyone for better health. The first thing I noticed is that although the very elite athletes train extremely hard (both quantity of sessions and the difficulty) they rarely get sick. I myself train 11 times per week and, touch wood, have not been sick in about five years. This is a similar pattern with athletes much better than myself and can be missing with athletes slightly below that 'elite' level.

Fight fatigue naturally with Evergreen

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Do you feel like you are always tired even though you have had good night’s sleep? Don’t worry, you are not alone. Most of us know what it is like to be tired, especially when we have a cold, flu, or some other viral infection. But when you suffer from a constant lack of energy it may be wearing.

Physiotherapy appointments available in person, by phone, and online

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

Aoife Ni Eochaidh, chartered physiotherapist, provides face to face, telephone, and video call physiotherapy for pelvic floor muscle treatment for bladder and bowel incontinence from her clinic in Suite 14, Bon Secours Consultant Clinic in Renmore, Galway. She also treats sexual dysfunction, prolapse, and post-natal pelvic conditions and osteoporosis. People can choose to have their pelvic physiotherapy consultation by phone call, Zoom, WhatsApp, Skype, or Facetime or to attend in person. Patients can get a referral from their GP or self-refer.

INTRODUCING THE HERBAL ACADEMY

Wed, Jul 15, 2020

The Herbal Academy with these online courses, anybody can expand their knowledge of home herbal remedies and better understand how they enhance your health and longevity. The Foundation Herbal Medicine course is our main course. It is the most comprehensive material and is supported strongly by The American Association of Drugless Practitioners. When purchasing the foundation course, you will also receive the color therapy course for free! This offer is valid until the 30th September. Download the course handbook here for more insight into what the course entails!  The course can also be offered by mailing. For more information and to access the course please visit the website and if you have any further questions feel free to contact us at [email protected]

Be easy on yourself while coming out of lockdown

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

The world is beginning to open up, there are cars on the roads, children in the park, the hustle and bustle is back. But where is our place in a new world order? There's so much information about how to behave and how to act, it can be hard to find what fits for us.

It can seem that everybody else is coming out of lockdown, meeting friends, smiling easily and taking everything in their stride, and maybe it doesn't feel like that for you. Perhaps you feel unsure about this new way of interacting. Do you embrace friends, Do you have to share a cuppa outside, or is having tea together inside OK? Can you stop and talk to people you meet in passing? Can you go on dates? Mask or no mask? Even though there are written guidelines, how do they apply to your life? Where does lockdown end and normal life begin?

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