Vitamin D — how to top up on sunshine this winter

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Widely known as the sunshine vitamin, there is a reason vitamin D is so easy for our bodies to synthesise in the summer months — we need it for a huge variety of functions. Yet, chances are that you are low in it, since it is estimated around one billion people worldwide are deficient or have insufficient levels. So what is vitamin D? Interestingly, it is not simply a fat soluble vitamin that is produced endogenously when UV rays reach our skin at the correct angle, it is actually also a hormone. Its various forms have a range of names; including calcitriol, ergocalciferol, calcidiol, and cholecalciferol.

GMIT scientists present findings of first Irish survey of students’ awareness of antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The findings of the first Irish survey of college students’ awareness and knowledge of misuse and abuse of antibiotics were presented to the public at an open lecture in GMIT on Monday November 18, marking European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD). The findings reveal there is a lack of awareness, understanding, and knowledge about antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance among this demographic.

The survey, “Awareness of antibiotic use and antibiotic resistance in a west of Ireland third-level student population,” was carried out this year by Dr Debbie Corcoran, Dr Sheila Faherty, and Sandy Bakankio BSc, Department of Biopharmaceutical and Medical Science, GMIT, in collaboration with members of the HSE’s national Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control team (AMRIC) — surveillance scientist Maria Molloy and communications manager Audrey Lambourn (HCAI).

Getting ready for the Christmas with Plexus Bio Energy

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

The lead up to Christmas can be very stressful for lots of people due to financial and emotional issues, but it is up to ourselves how we deal with this stress. It is not all about the material things, it is about our mental health and how we feel — good company, a nice meal, warmth, and little gifts as gestures — are what Christmas is about.

The team at Plexus Bio Energy find people become stressed every year, but once they can relax after balancing their energies, they can focus on their health and the important things in life.

Staying healthy and fit this Christmas

Thu, Nov 28, 2019

Christmas is a time where we love to enjoy ourselves to the fullest. For most of us, the festive season is where we decide that gluttony becomes almost acceptable as we gorge ourselves on food and drink. Waistlines expand and the motivation to go to the gym disappears quicker than a tin of Roses.

Gianna Care celebrates one year open in Galway

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

Gianna Care pregnancy support service marked their first birthday in Galway last week offering free baked goods, literature and writing materials. The pregnancy support service was one of the first to open in Ireland in Dublin 2008 and has supported hundreds of pregnant women, new babies and their mothers since.

Guaranteed inch loss at Ardrahan Laser Lipo

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

Are you struggling with a post C-section baby pouch, or do you find it difficult to lose fat from your hips (love handles)? Do you have stubborn exercise-resistant fat that, despite endless trips to the gym, just will not go away? Then Ardrahan Laser Lipo may have the answer for you.

Drop a dress size (10lbs) in time for Christmas

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

You have to improve your diet to lose weight. You also need to exercise, although not as much as you might think.

How to keep warm on a cold winter’s night

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

Wear night clothes such as pyjamas or a large T-shirt to keep you warm. Natural fibres such as wool, cotton, or silk will keep you warmer than synthetic materials.

The Ardilaun Leisure Club scoops award at Ireland Active National Quality Standard Awards

Thu, Nov 21, 2019

The Ardilaun Hotel is currently on a winning streak with awards and is delighted to scoop the Exceeded Award at the Ireland Active National Quality Standard Awards for 2020.

WW introduces its new customised weight loss programme, myWW

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

WW, formerly known as Weight Watchers, new customised programme can make weight loss easier for you and now you can choose how to live it.

How can Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy at OxyGeneration help your sports injuries?

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

Many athletes worldwide rely on Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to improve their athletic performance. HBOT is a powerful treatment that any exercise enthusiast can benefit from, especially in the areas of active recovery, healing and treating injuries. Training, conditioning, and competition all stress the body.

Recovery is a part of every athlete's training programme and it is important to understand the significance of rest days to allow the body to recover after hard workouts. Think of HBOT as a fast-forward button for healing and recovery. By flushing tissues with high levels of oxygen, athletes may experience benefits, such as increased stem cell activation, faster bone and cartilage regeneration, reduced muscle fatigue, and exhaustion.

Alleviate symptoms of pain through gait analysis

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

Do you suffer from pain in your feet, legs, pelvis or back? Often, the cause of this complaint can be found remotely from the location of discomfort. Measuring the movement pattern of the body helps to find the source of the complaint. Gait analysis assists in determining this source. Runner Louise, relates her experience — “I started running years ago. I enjoy competition and love being outdoors. Recently, however, I have found my recovery takes longer and those little niggles harder to shake off. A club colleague mentioned gait analysis. So, I gave APOS a call to try it out. Alana, the clinician, was very professional and spoke in plain language. It proved helpful.”

Sleep well this Christmas season with Better Bedding

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

Christmas is coming and it's that time of the year when our sleeping patterns go off the rails with late nights, excessive drinking and eating, worrying over shopping, family, and money; it all takes its toll.

Lead a fun and active life this Christmas without incontinence worries

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

Many people know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping and how humiliating and embarrassing it is to be caught short and leak urine.

How to cut hundreds of euro off your health insurance premium

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

Up to 80 per cent of people are paying too much for their health insurance because they do not review their plan each year. As the health insurance market becomes increasing competitive, it is now easier than ever to save money on your premium.

WW introduces its new customised weight loss programme, myWW

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

WW, formerly known as Weight Watchers, new customised programme can make weight loss easier for you and now you can choose how to live it.

ESPA at the g hotel & spa secure a much coveted therapists award for its exclusive ‘mother to be’ treatment

Thu, Nov 14, 2019

ESPA at the g hotel is highly renowned as Galway City’s only 5 star destination spa, and it continues to wow with yet another accolade for its highly talented and professional therapists with recognition by the glamour Magazine RSVP as the very best Spa therapists for Mother to be treatments.

The Galmont Hotel has Christmas all wrapped up

Wed, Nov 13, 2019

Surprise your loved ones with a gift voucher for The Galmont this Christmas. Choose from a selection of tailored spa, dining, hotel stay and gym vouchers.

BARRY'S HAIR & BEAUTY STUDIO SALE IS BACK!!

Mon, Nov 11, 2019

Hair colour is one of the most exciting and versatile fashion accessories ensuring you look your best and can compete with the ever-changing trends. We at Barry’s Hair & Beauty Studio want you look and feel amazing with our ever-popular colour yourself beautiful promotion returning this November from the 11th November running until the 16th November in both the hair studio and the beauty rooms. Whether you are looking to cover grey hair, get the latest fashion hair colour, have a full head of sun-kissed highlights or correct hair colour problems, we are offering €25 off all highlights and €15 off all colour with any cutting or blow-dry service, finish off your beautiful colour with €10 off all shellac nails.

What’s the buzz with bees?

Thu, Nov 07, 2019

The bee is among some of the hardest working creatures on Earth. The pollination service bees provide is vital for food production and biodiversity. In fact, if we no longer had bees, aside from the huge upset to our ecosystem, we would quickly lose apples, tomatoes, coffee, and cocoa. Our crop production would be forced to switch to staple crops, rather than the more nutritious options. Currently almost two-thirds of the crops that feed the world rely on pollination by insects or other animals, and the bee provides us with an abundance of fruits, nuts, and seeds of variety and quality.

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