'Slimming World changed my life'

Thu, May 10, 2018

Katharine Murphy Goodwin, a mum of two, joined Niamh’s Slimming World group in the Westwood Hotel, Galway, in November 2014 and reached her target weight in time for a family wedding nine months later.

Aikido: true victory is self-victory

Thu, May 10, 2018

If you are looking for a new challenge and have an interest in martial arts, traditional Japanese culture, or just stretching yourself physically and mentally, then consider taking up a beginner's course in aikido.

Public meeting on oxygen therapy for fibromyalgia

Thu, May 10, 2018

A public meeting will take place at OxyGeneration, Merchants Road, later this month on the use of hyperbaric oxygen as a supplementary therapy for fibromyalgia.

The talk on fibromyalgia and OxyGeneration, by Dr Chris H Maharaj MD, consultant anaesthetist and pain specialist MB BCh BAO BSc FCARCSI in the Bon Secours and Galway University Hospital, will take place on Thursday May 24 from 7pm to 8.30pm.

Celebrating twenty five years at Plexus Bio Energy

Thu, May 10, 2018

Plexus Bio Energy is this month celebrating 25 years of providing specialist treatments for a variety of different conditions from its base in Galway city.

Shape up with Ardrahan Laser Lipo, perfect for any occasion

Thu, May 10, 2018

Are you getting married, attending a wedding, or do you just want to get in shape for summer and need a bit of help with the 'battle of the bulge'?

Frozen shoulder

Thu, May 10, 2018

Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, which means sticky shoulder, describes this condition accurately, it occurs in about five per cent of the population. More common in women than men, most women in the beginning of the condition may find it hard to reach the clasp of their brassiere or back pockets; it is worse at night and when lying on the affected side the pain can be excruciating and affect sleep.

Better hearing with both ears

Thu, May 10, 2018

Why do people have two ears? Basically, it is to widen the scope of your hearing so you can find out where sounds are coming from, and from what distance.

When the teacher has gone

Thu, May 10, 2018

Your pupils will teach you
Your patients will heal you

Are food allergies making you sick, tired, or overweight?

Thu, May 03, 2018

What foods turn off your metabolism? The Health and Nutrition Coach offers blood analysis to help you find out.

Pregnancy and chiropractic care

Thu, May 03, 2018

Chiropractic care has been proven time and time again as an effective tool to combat the stresses of everyday life. When a woman becomes pregnant there are significant additional stresses placed on her body, which leads to a large number of pregnant women suffering from unnecessary pain and discomfort.

Sleep healthier with Better Bedding

Thu, May 03, 2018

To fully protect your mattress use Protect-A-Bed mattress encasement available from Better Bedding, Sean Mulvoy Road, Galway. The AllerZip mattress protectors give you complete mattress protection for a healthy, allergy-free, sleep zone. The three-sided zipper and AllerZip seal gives you total protection against dust mites, allergens, and bed bugs. AllerZip mattress encasement is completely bed bug entry, escape, and bite proof. It is a barrier for allergens, dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and mold.

The AllerZip mattress encasement provides your whole family with a clean and healthy sleeping environment. The smooth surface is waterproof and stainproof, featuring an innovative Miracle Membrane. Liquids and stains stay out, yet the state-of-the-art AllerZip mattress protector remains breathable and comfortable, providing excellent protection against incontinence and bed wetting. It is breathable, waterproof, machine washable, and tumble dry ready.

Your vision is precious — protect your eyes from the sun

Thu, May 03, 2018

We protect our skin from the harmful rays of the sun, however we often neglect our eyes. Ultraviolet radiation can cause adverse effects to our eyes. Studies have suggested that prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause increased risk of macular degeneration of the retina (AMD), cataract of the intraocular lens, corneal damage, and ocular adnexal (conjunctival or eyelid) melanomas.

What is candida?

Thu, May 03, 2018

Candida is a yeast normally found in certain parts of our body such as mouth, intestines, and vagina. Recently scientists have discovered it living normally, without causing problems, in our eyes. If our immune system is working normally candida does not cause us any problems; on the contrary it helps with our digestion and nutrition and vitamin absorption. It is only if it starts to overgrow and turn into a fungal infection that it can start causing symptoms.

Fix your metabolism to burn that stubborn fat for long term weight loss

Thu, May 03, 2018

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, System 10 can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health, and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

East Galway GPs open new premises

Thu, May 03, 2018

Dr Aaron Brennan, Dr Aileen Faherty, and Dr John Morris have announced the opening of their new surgery, Galway East Medical Practice, on the Doughiska Road. Continuing their work together, and combining their respective areas of expertise, these young doctors are committed to providing a compassionate and expert service to both new and existing patients from their new and well equipped premises.

Weight Watchers is getting Moycullen moving

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

The new Weight Watchers class in Moycullen (upstairs in The Coach House Pub) is getting great support from local businesses.

This week the class focused on moving more, and the benefits of even a little bit of exercise. Adding to the class craic and camaraderie was Erica from local DNG Martin O'Connor auctioneers (pictured, right), who presented members with free high-vis jackets. Now they have no excuse not to walk the Moycullen Prom in all weathers and conditions — “be safe, be seen”.

Genuine weight loss with System 10 will help you lose two stone in ten weeks

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

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.

What is causing my bloating?

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

By Dr Bhatti
Bloating is when your tummy is puffy, and feels stretched and uncomfortable due to temporary abdominal distension.

Your vision is precious — protect your eyes from the sun

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

We protect our skin from the harmful rays of the sun, however we often neglect our eyes. Ultraviolet radiation can cause adverse effects to our eyes. Studies have suggested that prolonged exposure to UV rays can cause increased risk of macular degeneration of the retina (AMD), cataract of the intraocular lens, corneal damage, and ocular adnexal (conjunctival or eyelid) melanomas.

Your optometrist can advise on which type of sunglasses will best protect your eyes for sports or social needs. Children in particular are extremely sensitive, and without protection are all the more susceptible to long term damage. The eyes of a child under the age of 10 transmit more than 75 per cent of UV radiation, compared to 10 per cent in adults over the age of 25.

Simple hearing solutions from Blackberry Hearing

Thu, Apr 26, 2018

In 2015 John Ryan and Dave Gleeson established Blackberry Hearing in Two Mile House, a small village outside Naas in Kildare. The two were curious about the high cost of hearing aids and hearing solutions.

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