Right now we are enjoying lots of glorious sunshine here in the United Kingdom, and unsurprisingly, most people are making the most of it whist it lasts. And although I would be the last person to want to spoil anyone’s enjoyment of the sunny weather, I do think it is important for you sun-worshippers to be aware of the importance of wearing eye protection when out in the bright sunshine. Read more…

Here’s a question for you. When was the last time you spent more than just a few fleeting moments pampering your hard-working tootsies? It’s easy to forget about your feet, so if you’re at all like me I’m willing to bet it’s been a while since you really gave them some serious TLC. How long has it been? Hmmm, I thought so.

Despite spending hours and hours every year applying luxurious beauty treatments to our faces, necks and hands, our poor old feet are lucky to get more than a quick toe-nail clip or lick of nail varnish! Read more…

Throughout May here in the United Kingdom we enjoyed far more sunshine than we are used to for the time of year, and it certainly made a welcome change. For many of us, the arrival of the warmer weather usually prompts a shopping trip to stock up on sunscreen and sunglasses in preparation for lots of time outdoors, but for others this early summer weather signals the return of the annual nightmare known as the hay fever season. Read more…

Getting sufficient sleep is vital for your overall health, because during this important ‘down-time’ you have the opportunity to rest and recuperate in preparation for the following day. During sleep the mind gets a well deserved break from the pressures and stress of daily life, the cells and tissues of the body are repaired, and energy levels are replenished. Medical studies have confirmed that sleep helps to regulate our hormones and recharge the body’s immune system which protects us from infection and disease. Read more…

It seems impossible to avoid change in our lives, no matter how much we would prefer things to remain the same. Even when these changes offer us the opportunity to transform our lives, they invariably arrive at the worst possible time bringing lots of disruption, frustration or pain. Some of the brighter opportunities often bring all three together. It just doesn’t seem fair.
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In the fast paced world that we live in today it can be very easy to neglect our health and wellbeing without really noticing. We’re so busy racing through our daily lives fulfilling responsibilities to family, friends, work and attending social engagements that we often don’t have the energy left to look after ourselves properly. It’s hardly surprising that so many of us are tired and run down, and don’t really enjoy life to the full.
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As the chilly winter weather continues it’s hardly surprising that almost every other person you meet seems to be sniffling and coughing with the misery of a cold or flu. Given the fact that there are up to 200 types of virus groups circulating at this time of year, it is hardly surprising that sooner or later you will eventually succumb to one of them.
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Since the days of the ancient Egyptians, sweet-smelling fragrant oils have been used by many civilizations to enhance health, beauty, fertility, virility and of course, love. The Greeks learned from the Egyptians how to produce and employ medicinal oils, and they extended their uses even further by turning massage and bathing into an exquisite and sensual art-form!
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Now that winter is in full swing it is not uncommon to find ourselves wanting to stay in bed that little bit longer to keep snug and warm. I must admit, it’s certainly much easier to get out of bed on a bright summers morning than it is when it’s cold, dark and raining outside. And on top of all that, the colder weather brings with it the misery of blocked noses, cold feet, aching joints - and summer seems so very, very far away. . . . . .
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