‘What herbal remedies can I use to improve my energy?’

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Herbs that positively affect energy levels are called adaptogens. Adaptogens increase vitality by reducing the energy drain that accompanies intense emotional, mental, or physical exertion. Exertion of any form over a sustained period will deplete us by creating hormonal and sugar imbalances often presenting as fatigue, low mood, poor sleep, or sugar cravings.

Mindful self-compassion training

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Are you considering improving your health and wellbeing this year?

Nowadays we have so many choices, diet, outdoor exercise, or going to the gym. But is there one area that you could focus on that would improve your wellbeing, build your resilience, and allow you to thrive in the face of life’s challenges? Experts are increasingly focusing on our mental wellbeing.

A celebration (or not) of chocolate

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

This is a chocolate cake taking inspiration from Nigella Lawson‘s very pretty site. While I have most of her books, I hardly ever seem to cook from them any more, I don’t really know why that is. Tessa Kiros and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall seem to have much more robust recipes that do not need as much exact temperature control for good results. I am slowly coming to grips with my range cooker where the cooking is more intuitive than an exact science, but ’twas a chocolate cake I was after, so I gave this recipe an auld whirl.

As far as chocolate cakes are concerned this one is a bit misleading. The four kinds of chocolate don’t really make for a very chocolatey cake. There is just 50g of cocoa powder in the sponge, the chocolate chips don’t add a lot more at just 175g. One more tablespoon of cocoa in the syrup and some grated dark chocolate over the top brings us up to the four kinds of chocolate that give the cake its name. What you actually get is a very dense everyday kind of chocolate cake, and because its so nice and squidgy, it will keep nicely for a week if not longer.

Go gluten free this Pancake Tuesday

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Pancake Tuesday for many is a last chance to indulge in some sweet and savoury delights before Lent begins. For those with coeliac disease it can pose many challenges as well.

Two Galway breweries among the line-up at Ireland’s largest craft brew gathering

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Bridewell Brewery from Clifden and Galway Hooker from Oranmore are among the exhibitors for The Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fair 2019, Ireland’s largest craft drinks gathering, which will take place in the Convention Centre Dublin next month.

Go on, go on, go on — Mrs Doyle afternoon tea at Dillisk on the Docks

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

In celebration of Tedfest, the AA Rosette award winning Dillisk on the Docks is hosting a Mrs Doyle afternoon tea from Thursday February 21 to Sunday February 24.

Natural alternatives to dieting from Dr Marilyn Glenville

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Dieting might seem like an obvious way to lose weight, but according to weight expert Dr Marilyn Glenville it is not the best option. Here are Dr Glenville's tips for losing weight without dieting, courtesy of Evergreen Healthfoods.

Lose weight and get four free workshops with WWFreestyle

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

There are just a few days remaining to opt in for this great offer from WWFreestyle.

Get fit and social at The Ardilaun Leisure Club

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Do your 2019 fitness resolutions need a little boost? The Ardilaun Leisure Club has all the inspiration you need.

Help for sufferers of irritable bowel syndrome

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

IBS is a common digestive disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is often considered an embarrassing problem because of the symptoms. There is no known cause or cure for IBS, although symptoms can usually be eased.

Better hearing with both ears

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

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. In reality it is not your ears that do the listening, but your brain. And to interpret sounds correctly, the information it receives must be as accurate and as detailed as possible.

This is why, if you have a hearing loss in both ears, it is best to get two hearing instruments, because they make sounds easier to locate. The benefits of wearing two include:

Sticking to weight loss goals has never been easier thanks to new Slimming World additions at Iceland

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Iceland Ireland has everything you need to slim down for good with some tasty new Slimming World additions now available across its 26 stores nationwide.

Exploding The Diet Myths — how to lose weight and stay healthy without dieting

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

See Dr Marilyn Glenville PhD, the UK’s leading nutritionist specialising in women’s health, in The g Hotel in Galway on Tuesday February 26. and find out why diets do not work, and what does.

Quality furniture at An Siopa Troscan, Moycullen

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

See the full range of quality Irish manufactured suites at An Siopa Troscan, where all suites can be made to order. The full range of styles covers everything from contemporary to traditional. Pictured is the Roisin suite, floor model now €1,799 (was €2,499), also available in a large selection of other colours for just €1,949.

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

Thu, Feb 21, 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.

Dream destinations with Emirates Airline and Fahy Travel

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Fahy Travel has teamed up with award winning Emirates Airline offering one lucky couple the chance to win €1,000 spending money. All you have to do it book your dream honeymoon with Fahy Travel and fly with Emirates to a destination in its network. Emirates flies to 140 destinations, across 70 countries and six continents.

Four star luxury at the Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

The four star Carlton Hotel Blanchardstown, conference centre and gardens, is a luxurious contemporary lively hub, with 155 beautifully appointed bedrooms, very popular with women's groups where shopping or going to the theatre or races is a must. This hotel is easily connected to many of Dublin’s most popular tourist destinations which are right on the doorstep.

The hotel is located in Dublin 15, within a short distance of Ballycoolin, Adamstown, and Blanchardstown Corporate Parks 1 & 2, and the hotel offers a free shuttle service to these parks.

Galway Courthouse c1870

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

“This fine building, which is superior to most provincial seats of justice, stands at Newtown-Smith, on the site of the ancient and venerable abbey of the Franciscans, which by the Charter of Charles II ‘is to be and remain part of the County of Galway forever’. It was commenced in 1812, and on 1st of April, 1815, was opened for the reception of the then going judges of assize.

Michael Collins remembered a debt for ‘measly £10’

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

An Taibhdhearc, Ireland’s only Irish language theatre, situated in Middle Street, the very heart of Galway, grew out of a conversation between two remarkable men, Professor Liam Ó Briain and Dr Séamus Ó Beirn.* Both men, passionate Irish speakers, believed that a lively Irish language theatre would promote Irish in an imaginative way.

Success for St Paul's Students

Wed, Feb 20, 2019

Two transition year students from St Paul's Secondary School in Oughterard have been selected to represent their school in this year's Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture regional finals in the TF Royal in Castlebar on March 7.

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