May 21, 2013

Ready for anything (plus free sample offer)

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      Every morning follows the same routine for me, and the first part of that routine is getting myself ready.  I take ten minutes every morning to do my hair and make-up and that is it. I usually won’t do anything again for the rest of the day, apart from perhaps putting the [...]

Is Your Family First Aid Kit Ready For Summer?

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    It is March already and despite the snow outside, as hard as it is to believe, summer will soon be upon us.  With it will come the long, lazy days in the garden.  Okay, so not necessarily long and lazy – at least not with our family! With several young children who are [...]

Healthy eating

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    Healthy eating is important for your wellbeing and mental health. It is also good for your overall health and is a great mood booster. Unhealthy foods can leave you feeling tired and sluggish with very little energy. Just by cutting down on unhealthy foods and eating a balanced diet you will notice a [...]

Barcodes and smartphones can contribute to your child’s health and safety

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The combination of smartphones and barcode readers has revolutionised the way parents can look after the health and safety of their child, particularly when it comes to food. Here are some of the stand-out ideas that can protect your child, as well as saving you time and making your life easier.  Food safety apps The [...]

Binge Eating Disorder Calls for Mental Health Support

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      Everybody overeats occasionally, but compulsive overeating, also known as binge eating disorder, requires long-term mental health support. The reasons for compulsive binge eating are complex. Sometimes people who are coping with prolonged stress, anxiety, or depression use binge eating as a coping mechanism. Binge eating is similar to bulimia, except that binge [...]

Top 6 Super Foods for Healthy Hair

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      The food that we eat plays a very important role in our body’s health. Fruit and vegetables provide several nutritional and health benefits, as studies have shown that they can lower the risk of heart disease and some cancers. Likewise, starchy foods like potatoes, pasta and bread should make up one third [...]