Sleep advice for the over fifties from Better Bedding

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Many older people experience a change in their sleeping patterns. They differ from the sleep of a younger person in the following ways: The older adult experiences numerous brief arousals in the night, more daytime napping, there is less of a drop in body temperature during sleep, and they prefer earlier bedtimes and earlier wake-up.

Improve your energy levels with traditional Chinese medicine

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

If you are feeling low on energy, feel tired often, or never seem to be able to get enough sleep, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) can help.

Fix your metabolism for long term weight loss

Thu, Feb 08, 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.

Healthy heart — let’s talk about the fats

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Are you aware that cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death in Ireland? Statistics from the HSE show that cardiovascular disease accounts for 36 per cent of deaths in Ireland. Evergreen has more than 25 years’ experience in helping people reduce their risk of heart disease.

Enjoy warmer winters with West Coast Insulation

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

West Coast Insulation is a leading provider of cavity wall and attic insulation. The Galway-based company offers a free quotation and assistance and information on the available grants for homeowners, and will give the grant directly off the bill.

What's more West Coast Insulation is an official installer for leading insulation manufacturer Kingspan.

Top quality kitchens and bedrooms from Cherrymore

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Cherrymore Kitchens is one of Ireland's premier kitchen and bedroom manufacturers. Cherrymore has an extensive showroom at Oranmore Business Park where there are 30 kitchens and bedroom displays. Log on to cherrymore.ie to see the revamped website where you can also take a virtual tour of the showroom. Once you take the tour you will know it is worth a visit.

Beautiful array of quality Irish furniture and accessories at Siopa Troscán

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Located in An Fuaran, Moycullen, An Siopa Troscán stocks everything from bigger pieces such as three piece suites, beds, and sideboards to smaller items such as lockers, pictures, lamps, and mirrors. The store has developed a reputation for providing quality pieces at affordable prices.

Get your garden ready for spring with Colourfence — the ultimate garden fence

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

The holy grail of fencing is transforming gardens across the UK and Ireland.

Keane wants a 'hiss and roar' from Connacht tomorrow

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Connacht refocus on their PRO 14 aspirations when the Ospreys visit the Galway Sportgsround tomorrow (7.35pm).

Post Leaving Cert courses

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

Now that the first deadline for the CAO has passed, the next area of focus in schools, and indeed for adults who are interested in accessing education, is the further education (FE) sector, also known as PLCs. Post-Leaving Cert courses can provide an alternative route to college and a means of exploring a particular field of study. They are also a means of upskilling in a particular area or a direct route into employment. All courses teach research skills, self-directed learning, and computer skills. Many school leavers use these courses to help them with future career choices.

Progession to third level

Keeping children safe online

Thu, Feb 08, 2018

In recent weeks, the debate around child safety online has taken centre stage with the world-renowned cyber psychologist Dr Mary Aiken calling for children under the age of 14 to be prevented from owning smartphones. Reports of cyberbullying are becoming more common, and many parents are unsure about just what are reasonable measures to take in order to protect their children. Teenagers too complain about the amount of time their parents spend distracted by the addictive power of the same technology.

It seems we have all weaved our way to some degree into the fabric of the iGeneration. Last week cyber expert Brendan Smith delivered a workshop for teachers and parents in Clarin College. He reiterated the fact that the internet is not something to be feared when basic safety measures are put in place. His main guidelines included the following:

Rejuvenate your skin with Herbal Creams

Wed, Feb 07, 2018

With the recent launch of his online store Skin Herbalist Patrick Murphy is now offering a wide range of rejuvenating creams featuring herbal extracts. The Pentagram® range of creams incorporates up to 50% herbal extract whereas competing treats may only offer 1% to 3%. The carefully balanced composition of these creams is also enriched by drawing on bioinformation, enhancing the effect of the active ingredients themselves. The fatty base of the creams comprises purely natural vegetable oils.

Getting into Gear and Putting the Plot in

Tue, Feb 06, 2018

Last week ‘s Gardenwise was about reconnecting with your garden after a long, cold and muddy winter and I hope you had a chance to do that and that a few rays of sunshine appeared to encourage you! We may still have the cold and the mud for a while yet but spring is drawing nearer with every week, and there are some jobs that are well worth doing around this time if you can manage it, so here are a few suggestions if you’re itching to get outside and get gardening. These will help freshen up the garden and hopefully the air and exercise will freshen up the gardener too!

Top tips for getting married abroad

Fri, Feb 02, 2018

Getting married is special. But having your wedding abroad seems to add that little bit of magic to the marital bliss.

Seamount Nursing Home

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

A “to let” advertisement in a Galway newspaper in April 1860 promoted the fact that Seamount Villa contained a parlour, drawing room, six bedrooms, a kitchen, water closet, a coach house with some stabling, and a small garden. The grounds were nicely laid out and had an approach to the sea. George Fallon who lived at ‘The Baths’, Salthill, would show the place to prospective customers.

Robert Gregory’s ‘happiest days of his life’

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

Week IV
Robert Gregory joined 4th Bn Connaught Rangers as a second lieutenant in September 1915. Shortly after he transferred to the Royal Flying Corps for which his small stature was suited.

Boost your skin with Superstart

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

Did you know that the skin is the largest organ in the human body? But although it is the largest, it is more often than not the most neglected organ of the human body with regards to nutrients received from our diets, multivitamins, probiotics, etc. Only one per cent of nutrients reach the top layer of the skin, making it extremely difficult for the skin to defend and renew itself.

Unfortunately this leads to an imbalance of the natural bacteria on the skin, known as the microflora, leading to a range of problems such as irritation, redness, dryness, loss of moisture, and loss of skin’s natural defences.

Beading and sparkly wedding dresses

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

On your wedding day you should embrace your individuality and the limelight of your wedding in a dress that is just as unique as you. So if you are looking for the perfect sparkly wedding dress Belladonna Bridal has some ideas to share with you.

Nothing says ‘I love you’ like dinner at SALT

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

Love is in the air at SALT Restaurant & Bar this week as the team get ready to celebrate Valentine’s Day. With January behind us and Valentine’s Day now less than two weeks away, it is high time you started making plans to spoil that special someone in your life.

Basilico prepares to celebrate its tenth anniversary

Thu, Feb 01, 2018

As Basilico approaches its 10th anniversary the team are in a celebratory mood. They are looking to the past and what they have achieved over the 10 years, and to the future, on what they want to do to keep the restaurant performing at its best every day.

In the early days, when the restaurant had some 70 dishes on the menu, it was obvious that the team were passionate and ambitious to deliver choice and taste and nuance when it comes to authentic Italian food.

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