The past decade has seen the popularity of sorts drinks soar yet concerns are now being raised about the effects of these drinks on people’s teeth. Researchers found that some sports drinks are so acidic that they can damage teeth after just a few mouthfuls. The brands that were found to damage teeth included Powerade, [...]
Food For Thought!
It is common knowledge that children’s diets strongly influence their health. Poor diets can lead to obesity, diabetes and other diet related diseases. Now the first UK study of its kind has shown children’s diets can significantly affect their academic achievements.
Chineham Park Primary School in the UK has a history of underachievement [...]
ioh’s healthy eating tips
Eat natural – try to eat the majority of your food as close to a natural state as if possible. Buy foods that you recognise as ‘real’ foods rather than artificial manufactured products.
Check food labels – [...]
It may seem like a strange question, but “Why do you eat?” If we did a random survey and asked this question, I imagine the most common response would be: “Because I’m hungry.” While hunger is undoubtedly the biggest influence on when people eat, it does not really influence what people eat. For most of [...]
Bunion deformity – Hallux Valgus
Initially it appears to be a simple cosmetic problem when the great toe starts to move towards the other toes of the foot. However, the bunion deformity very soon becomes extremely painful and during its further evolution it has an influence on the lesser toes, and results in a painful [...]
A new pill, known as the polypill, could greatly reduce the incidence of heart disease and stroke. The concept of the pill has been researched over the past five years, with limited progress being made, yet now a trial in India has shown that the pill is safe and produces the desired health benefits. The [...]
Gymstick is a revolutionary total body fitness tool that strengthens, tones and defines every muscle in your body and core. This athletic-based fitness tool uses its unique technology to work every major (and minor) muscle group in the body and core. Gymstick is non-impact and works all the major muscle groups as well as [...]
A survey by finance company Friends Provident has found the average UK worker now works 43.5 hours a week on average, above the standard 40 hour week. The researchers believe that people are working longer hours, or even taking on second jobs due to the current economic downturn. This increase in working hours has led [...]
Below are 10 easy to follow weight loss tips, guarenteed to help you lose those extra pounds!
BE MORE ACTIVE IN YOUR DAILY ROUTINE.
Going for your morning run is a fantastic way to burn calories, but what’s really needed is to be active throughout the entire day, not just when you [...]
ioh is delighted to hear that Champneys, the UK luxury spa company, are developing their Marbella based spa resort, and apartments and penthouses are currently for sale. The development is located behind Marbella, off the road to Ojen and Monda. The joy of this location is the stunning views of green hills, set in a [...]