It's not you, it’s your metabolism

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Your metabolism is by far the most critical and powerful key to weight loss. It is with you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The potential for calorie burn and weight loss is huge. It even controls the results from your diet and exercise. By combining a great metabolism with balanced food and exercise, System 10 brings you the best weight loss plan of all.

Energy Health Screening open day at The Clayton Hotel, Galway with medical herbalist Patrick Murphy

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

After hugely successful open days , Medical herbalist Patrick Murphy will be hosting his energy health screening open day at The Clayton Hotel, Galway, on Saturday April 13 from 8am to 7pm using the Supertronic health screening device.

Choosing a bed that is right for you

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Many of us will suffer a bout of back pain and if you’re one of the unlucky ones, you will find that the state of your bed will quickly become a priority. A good bed, providing correct support and comfort, has an important role to play in relieving and preventing back pain. Here are a few tips.

Lead a fun and active life without incontinence worries

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

We all know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping and experiencing incontinence. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of leaks.

Alleviating neck and shoulder pain by professional manipulation and acupuncture

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Neck and shoulder pains are common complaints. Some people experience only neck pain or only shoulder pain, while others experience pain in both areas. Other associated symptoms can be headaches, numbness, tingling, poor sleep patterns, or more severe symptoms such as anxiety or depression.

Water Babies now booking for summer term

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Water Babies is taking bookings for the summer term starting in May. The term runs for 10 weeks with weekend and weekday classes held in Ballybane, Ballybrit, Salthill, Oranmore, Claregalway, Athenry, and Galway city.

Spring is in the air at Spellman Tiles Bathrooms and Wood Flooring in Oranmore

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Now that spring is here our thoughts turn to how to bring a fresh new look to our homes, and with so many styles to choose from – modern, industrial, Scandinavian, rustic, shabby chic, the list goes on — the team at Spellman TBW are here to help you find the perfect tile to work with your style.

Make a statement with your sofa

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

House Edit interiors experts, Claire Price and Elaine Regan, were at the recent opening of the new DFS store at Wellpark Retail Park. Together, the interior design duo offers 16 years of international design experience spanning Italy, London, and Ireland, and both look forward to offering DFS visitors tips and advice on how to create the perfect look.

Weekend break in Cologne direct from Knock Airport

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

When planning a trip to Germany most would predictably think of Munich or Berlin, however we decided to take a visit to Cologne where we found it ticked a number of weekend break boxes.

Cubbard calls on bus companies to stop taking up car spaces at Westside Park

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Cllr Mike Cubbard is calling on bus operators to stop using the perimeter of Westside Park as a bus park, saying it is preventing people from availing of the facilities due to lack of parking.

“In recent times Westside Park has seen major enhancements and a huge increase in footfall by the public,” Cllr Cubbard said this week. “The upgraded running track has been a hugely positive addition to the park and many local groups use the area for training, etc. However in recent times Westside Park, and the perimeter parking area on the Siobhan McKenna Road in particular, has become a bus park effectively.

Galwegian wins best manager award

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Aiden Leonard has been named as Best Restaurant Manager in Galway at the Connaught Restaurant Awards.

Poppyseed @ The Glass Factory

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Galway Irish Crystal has long been recognised as one of the world's best known and loved Irish crystal brands. Each piece of Galway Crystal is inspired by the rugged beauty of the local landscape and by the wealth of folklore and ancient history along the west coast of Ireland.

Visitors to the factory can now call in to Poppyseed, a new café and restaurant on Galway’s east side above the Galway Crystal factory shop on the Old Dublin Road. The interior in this expansive cafe reflects the heritage of the building, deep chairs are upholstered in arresting shades of magenta, mustard, and floral prints. The botanical theme continues on the prettily printed teapots, cups and saucers. The décor is vibrant, chandeliers hang from the ceiling and deep Chesterfield sofas abound.

Taste the summer with a barbecue on the terrace at The Galmont Hotel & Spa

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Nothing announces the arrival of summer quite like a barbecue, so why not arrange a summer celebration with a difference this year. The Veranda Lounge at The Galmont boosts an outdoor terrace overlooking Lough Atalia and Galway Bay, providing the perfect venue for a summer celebration.

Joyce’s supermarkets blueberry muffins

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

Makes: 10 muffins
Prep time: 10 minutes

A taste of The Ardilaun with new seasonal bistro and brunch menus

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

The Ardilaun Bistro as part of The Ardilaun Hotel, a well known and much loved Galway landmark hotel, has introduced new seasonal menus. The popular hotel, known for its service, family-run warmth, and stunning location and grounds, with free parking, is the perfect stop for eating out. Located on leafy Taylor’s Hill, The Ardilaun is one of Galway’s longest standing hotels and has been serving some of the finest food in the city for the past 57 years.

The Ardilaun Bistro is perfect for all occasions from casual dining to special celebrations, with a relaxed and inviting atmosphere from day to night. Hot food is served from the all-day menu from 12 noon to 9pm. The Ardilaun kitchen is headed by award winning Michelin Star chef Ultan Cooke, and the bistro’s seasonal specials change daily to make the most of the freshest produce and include delicious fish and roasts of the day, power salads, soups, and sandwiches.

Salthill Post Office

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

IN 1851, a sub-post office opened in Salthill where the Bal pub is today. In 1859, Salthill was brought within the town postal area. In those early days the post was delivered on foot. The first bicycle postal delivery was in 1901. From 1914 to 1926, Michael O’Flaherty of Dominick Street and Mike Ruane of Henry Street had a horse and van which they used to deliver letter and parcel post to the Salthill area.

The priest who robbed the National Museum

Thu, Apr 04, 2019

With March zooming off into the distance, our gratitude to St Patrick for giving us the opportunity to be an island of saints and scholars begins to wane. But no such relief was given to the saint himself. Our forebears couldn’t wait till he died before they were taking bits and pieces from his body and clothes for relics. As his teeth fell out they were snatched up, and given as sacred objects to make early Christian churches more attractive for a deeply spiritual and suspicious people, who had recently set aside their gods of nature, and embraced a more intangible Christ. An old holy tooth was just the sort of tangibility they could understand. At least one church, Cill Fiacail (‘The church of the tooth’) near the town of Tipperary, bears testimony to this bizarre but common practice.

Salthill Post Office

Wed, Apr 03, 2019

IN 1851, a sub-post office opened in Salthill where the Bal pub is today. In 1859, Salthill was brought within the town postal area. In those early days the post was delivered on foot. The first bicycle postal delivery was in 1901. From 1914 to 1926, Michael O’Flaherty of Dominick Street and Mike Ruane of Henry Street had a horse and van which they used to deliver letter and parcel post to the Salthill area.

The priest who robbed the National Museum

Wed, Apr 03, 2019

With March zooming off into the distance, our gratitude to St Patrick for giving us the opportunity to be an island of saints and scholars begins to wane. But no such relief was given to the saint himself. Our forebears couldn’t wait till he died before they were taking bits and pieces from his body and clothes for relics. As his teeth fell out they were snatched up, and given as sacred objects to make early Christian churches more attractive for a deeply spiritual and suspicious people, who had recently set aside their gods of nature, and embraced a more intangible Christ. An old holy tooth was just the sort of tangibility they could understand. At least one church, Cill Fiacail (‘The church of the tooth’) near the town of Tipperary, bears testimony to this bizarre but common practice.

About the year 1820, a man named Reilly, said to be a native of Sligo, went about Cong in Co Mayo, claiming to have the good saint’s tooth in a little shrine. He was making a tidy sum “performing cures upon man and beast”. Ladies and ewes were said to hold the relic “with special regard”, and far and near the population and the flocks “were the better of the blessed tooth.”

Are Sore Joints Holding You Back?

Wed, Apr 03, 2019

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis in Ireland, affecting more than 400,000 people. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear of cartilage in the joints. There has been an increase in the number of people with osteoarthritis in Ireland for two reasons; our ageing population and more obese people putting an increased strain on their joints.

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