Get into the Christmas spirit

Thu, Nov 22, 2018

Tis the season to be jolly and nothing gets us more in the festive spirit than decorating our homesteads with lots and lots of Christmas regalia.

WHAT IS CAUSING MY CONSTIPATION?

Thu, Nov 22, 2018

If you have less than three bowel movements a week, it is usually considered constipation. Most people suffer from constipation once in a while, but some people suffer from chronic constipation which can affect their daily life. Usually they feel sluggish, lethargic and sometimes irritable. It can affect appetite and concentration. Some people are afraid to eat or go to the toilet.

Let Reliance Laundry take care of your washing woes this Christmas!

Thu, Nov 22, 2018

With evenings shortening by the day and the weather becoming colder and damper, doing our washing has gone from being a chore to an absolute pain in the proverbial.

Rachel Allen Cookery Demonstration at The Lough Rea Hotel & Spa, Thursday 29th November

Thu, Nov 22, 2018

What does a world-famous celebrity chef cook for Christmas dinner? Surely, it’s some wild and wonderful exotic dish that she picked up on her travels? Not Rachel Allen because Rachel Allen is a traditionalist. “Absolutely not!” Rachel says when asked if she would consider anything else other than turkey for dinner on Christmas Day. “I’m a turkey, sprouts and spuds for Christmas dinner kind of person,” she said ahead of her cookery demonstration at the Lough Rea Hotel and Spa next week. “We tried braised beef one year but we went back to turkey the following year and it has been turkey ever since.”

Compost – it’s a state of mind

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

As the mucky season is well and truly upon us, what better time to talk about the very best kind of muck – homemade compost?

Christmas Gifts @ Skin Herbalist - Treat Yourself to the pure power of nature

Mon, Nov 19, 2018

The Skin Herbalist moisturisers, soaps and shampoos, Droserin, Protektin, Artrin, Cytovital and Ruticelit are all based on unique organic herbal extracts. Besides their creams, these products contain herbal extracts, pure natural essentials oils and thermal water from the Podhájska hot spring. They are beneficial to the skin and hair and, through the energy system of acupuncture points and reflex zones. Their advantage is that they act gently, they are easy to wash away with water, and they do not unnecessarily burden our body with chemicals. Nutritive Balsam untangles hair and provides it with nutrition.

People of the Tribes: Meet Nathan.

Fri, Nov 16, 2018

Born & Raised in Newcastle Galway, I am a through and through Galwegian. My Dad is originally from Shantalla and my Mum from Mervue.

Bloating — what causes it and how natural therapies can help

Fri, Nov 16, 2018

Bloating is when your tummy is puffy, feels stretched and uncomfortable due to temporary abdominal distension. Common causes are overeating, eating too fast, swallowing food too quickly, talking while eating and swallowing air, certain foods which can cause gas such as beans, lentils, cabbage, cauliflower, and drinking too many fizzy drinks.

Christmas tree and other holiday allergies

Fri, Nov 16, 2018

Sales of antihistamines and boxes of tissues go up in winter but especially during the holidays. Here are some of the causes of the spike in allergies: Food – during winter holidays people eat out, with lots of seasonal and unusual foods, and parties where you may not know the ingredients of the foods you are consuming, ending with some unpleasant allergic reaction. Alcohol may affect judgment, and you may forget to check the ingredients to which you are allergic.

Stay healthy this winter

Thu, Nov 15, 2018

Arguably one of the least favourite months of the year, (maybe the best if you are an avid rugby fan), November is known for its dreadful weather; from bucket loads of rain to freezing temperatures, the days are dark and gloomy and people are less likely to go out and socialise; preferring to stay inside for warmth.

Sunday Lunch ‘Kids Eat Free’ at Galway Bay Golf Resort

Thu, Nov 15, 2018

This Sunday 18th November sees Galway Bay Golf Resort launch their brand new Sunday Lunch Menu, which includes a free main course for Children Under 12.

Galway's newest family member - The Ivy Room!

Wed, Nov 14, 2018

The Ivy Room is a new business specialising in stress management, offering relaxing treatments such as reflexology, Integrated Energy Therapy and nutritional support. Luxury nail treatments are also offered including energising manis and pedis, and gel polish manicures using high end products from CND shellac and Gelish.

Find your Christmas spirit at the Bon Bon Christmas Shop!

Wed, Nov 14, 2018

With Halloween finished for another year and the Christmas market gracing its wonderful presence on Eyre Square, the festive feeling around Galway is starting to build in earnest, and as we get in the mood for what Andy Williams famously described as "the most wonderful time of the year", our minds turn to putting up Christmas trees and making our homes and businesses into our own little winter wonderlands.

Voice Over Casters for ‘Game Of Thrones’ and ‘Love/Hate’ comes to Galway for unique Workshop!

Tue, Nov 13, 2018

The truth is, Voice Over work is real. There are real opportunities for undiscovered voice talent. Voice Overs are heard on radio ads, tv ads, feature films, on-hold messaging, audio books, e-learning, animation, computer games, and so much more. Voice Over is everywhere.

An Evening of Skincare and Beauty Tips at The Shearwater Hotel - Thursday 29th November

Tue, Nov 13, 2018

At The Spa in Shearwater Hotel, a recent winner of RSVP’s Best Spa in Connaught Award 2018; they pride themselves on advanced skincare & luxurious body treatments. The Spa have recently teamed up with Renew Skin Clinic who cater for all your needs and offer revolutionary aesthetic treatments.

Exclusive new Saltability Masssage Treatment available at Spirit One Spa

Tue, Nov 13, 2018

Exclusive new saltabilty massage
Spirit One Spa are delighted to be the first in Ireland to offer the new Himalayan salt stone massage from saltability.

White and gold – the Christmas rose

Tue, Nov 13, 2018

Beautiful garden blooms are thin on the ground at this time of year, so this week I thought we might consider one of the most unusual of them – the Christmas rose. Not a rose in the usual sense, it’s a member of the hellebore family, and its botanical name is Helleborus niger. Many keen gardeners will be familiar with its cousin, Helleborus orientalis, whose speckled, drooping flowers are amongst the earliest to bloom in January and February, and which is commonly known as the Lenten Rose. While the Lenten Rose typically has petals from cream and yellow to pink, purple and dusky plum, the Christmas rose’s flowers are usually pure white, beautifully set off by golden stamens and large, sturdy leaves of deepest green.

Christmas Party Nights at Lough Rea Hotel & Spa

Tue, Nov 13, 2018

The Lough Rea Hotel and Spa is one of the most highly recommended and well know Christmas party venues in Galway, situated just outside the quaint town of Loughrea overlooking Loughrea Lake.

SolidWorks - computer aided design parametric modelling course at the GRETB training centre

Thu, Nov 08, 2018

GRETB Training Centre is offering a 21 week course with four weeks in-company training starting November 12.

Become a nutritional therapist with CNM

Thu, Nov 08, 2018

Paula McMeel, a graduate of CNM (College of Naturopathic Medicine), has always been passionate about nutrition. "I wanted an accredited qualification that would allow me to practise as a recognised practitioner," she said. "So when I came across the nutritional therapy course at CNM I attended an open day. I signed up to study as I was amazed at the comprehensive content and the holistic approach to health. I was also drawn to the 200 clinical hours as part of the course.

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