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Sunday, September 14
Eat as much as you like diet
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247 Health Shop
on Sun 14 Sep 2008 18:55 BST
 Well they do exist but require discipline is quantity and quality but sometimes are the best long term diet to maintain the weight loss as sometimes fad diets can create the weight to pile back on. How many pounds do you need to lose? Why do you need so badly to lose weight during the summer? Is it all about the sun and the shiny beaches? Or are you just ... more » Thursday, September 11
Teeth whitening for enhanced health benefits
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247 Health Shop
on Thu 11 Sep 2008 07:53 BST
Having a great smile is the first thing people see so as well as multiple trips down the gym and change of diet don’t forget teeth whitening could enhance your smile and regain your confidence. Many people give much importance to their look and they take utmost care to maintain it. This includes dental care too. They want their teeth to look white and bright. Due to the natural ... more » Wednesday, September 10
A fitness ball for simple and effective exercise
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247 Health Shop
on Wed 10 Sep 2008 08:04 BST
Sometimes in life we make things very complicated and this is also true when it come to exercise. These days we want fancy gyms and machinery but actually by keeping things more simple we are likely to get better results in getting and maintaining fitness. There are different ways of staying fit. You can play your favorite sport, lift weights or join a class. For those who cannot engage ... more » Sunday, September 7
Atkins and the high protein diet
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247 Health Shop
on Sun 07 Sep 2008 14:10 BST
Up to a few years ago the latest fad was the Atkins diet as people wanted a diet that gave them the best of both worlds. This type of diet became very admired as of recently due to the support of the ever-popular Atkins Diet Craze. This diet is very well-liked because there is no calorie counting involved, and many foods that many people love to eat are approved on ... more » Thursday, September 4
Nintendo help children keep active and fit
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247 Health Shop
on Thu 04 Sep 2008 08:19 BST
With so much talk in the press about obesity in children due to a lack of fitness one company is helping the balance between a childs fitness and video games. The Nintendo Wii it seems, puts pay to the concerns in recent years over the inactivity in children due to their interest in video games consoles. The Wii console really sets itself apart from the rest with its revolutionary motion sensitive controller, which actually requires movement in order to play the games. The Nintendo Wii comes with the game Wii Sports, which includes tennis, baseball, bowling, golf and boxing. In tennis you will be swinging the remote as if it were a tennis racket and flicking it up to toss the ball into the air with a quick swing to serve just like the real thing. The other Wii Sports games work in a similar way simulating controller movements for like movements onscreen. Boxing however is the only Wii Sports game that uses the nunchuk attachment and is the most physically exhausting game of them all. In order to hit your opponent in the head or body, you will have to aim high or low with your swings. There are three different activities with each game. In training mode, you will participate in random challenges, after which you will be assigned a fitness age, based on your performance. Sound familiar? The Nintendo DS game, Brain Training comes to mind...a physical version perhaps? The important thing here is that gamers are becoming more physically active without even realising it - you could say it has a 'kill two birds with one stone' effect, combining video game play with physical activity. Given this 'physical' nature of the Wii game play, I wouldn't be suprised if parents rushed out to buy the Nintendo Wii console just to get their kids off the sofa! Another great thing about the Nintendo Wii is that it appeals not only to children and teens but to adults too, so its something the whole family can enjoy. Could the Nintendo Wii revolutionize the way we play video games in the future? It will be interesting to see what Nintendo's competitors come up with next - this could be a tough one to beat!
Tuesday, September 2
The importance of strenching to your health and fitness
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247 Health Shop
on Tue 02 Sep 2008 08:21 BST
The importance of stretching to your overall health and fitness Because of limited time we tend to forget to do our stretches and often they are overlooked but here we look at the benefits. Concentrates on improving flexibility. Stretching requires no fitness equipment. Types of stretching include Yoga and Pilates. Whether you decide to stretch before, after or during your exercise routine, there is no doubt that stretching should be ... more » Monday, September 1
Starving yourself is not a good diet
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247 Health Shop
on Mon 01 Sep 2008 08:23 BST
Many people think that "starving" themselves is the best way to lose weight but in the long terms this is not sustainable. What people don't realize is that doing this puts your body into what is called starvation mode where your metabolism slows enormously. It is also extremely difficult to workout. I remember plenty of times when exercise felt impossible because i was too low on food. But on the ... more » Friday, August 29
Health and Fitness promoted by companies
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247 Health Shop
on Fri 29 Aug 2008 08:32 BST
Business and corporate employers are feeling that by promoting health and fitness this will help their staff maintain good health and in turn promotes a sense of care to staff. If you are looking to increase your health and fitness you need to make your fitness a priority. I know there are a million other very important things going on in your life, but value the investment that you ... more » Wednesday, August 27
Lose weight and diet the sensible way
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247 Health Shop
on Wed 27 Aug 2008 08:26 BST
 With so many fad diets today people get confused and frustrated about what can work for them and in many cases take a shortcut route and seek either the help of Doctors or the cosmetic surgeon. Every now and then a detox diet comes along that really shakes up what we know and think of as a great diet. Too many detox diets these days just seem to ... more » Saturday, August 23
Olympics to drive new gym memberships
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247 Health Shop
on Sat 23 Aug 2008 08:13 BST
Olympics to drive new gym memberships Team GB have had great success in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and this will have motivated everyday people to get more exercise and join the gym. Gym membership in the UK has seen some huge increase in numbers and has become big business as the massive chains like Virgin, Cannons, Fitness First and Holmes Place look for more locations across the UK. Joining a ... more » Thursday, August 21
gmtv bikini diet
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247 Health Shop
on Thu 21 Aug 2008 21:41 BST
gmtv bikini diet
1. Does the diet fit into life that you lead? You will find that you need to think about the future when you are thinking about quick weight loss. When you are cooking for a large group of people it is hard to try a diet that is extremely different from what you are used to. When you bring the entire picture into focus you will find that you have to consider trying this diet or if it is something that needs to pass by. 2. How much weight loss are you attempting to loose? There is a good chance that you are wondering what the meaning of rapid is when looking at rapid weight loss. Truthfully you should lose no more than two pounds in a week at the most. You will find that you will be better at losing weight and keeping it off if you lose the weight gradually when you are considering this. You want to be sure that you do not fail at your diet. 3. How long do you expect to be on the diet? When you are considering a quick weight loss diet, think about what you have to do to keep the weight off. While a crash diet can get you down to the weight that you want to be at, you'll find that it simply will not keep you there unless you take steps to make it so. Take the time to make sure that your diet is one that is fairly sustainable; can you keep it up? Will it be a burden to you? Saturday, August 16
Increasing the strength of your lower back
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247 Health Shop
on Sat 16 Aug 2008 19:28 BST
Strengthening your core will help your lower back and here we look at ways to get the best of both worlds offering strength and flexibility without spending hours and hours in the gym.
Saturday, August 2
The basics to getting a flat belly
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247 Health Shop
on Sat 02 Aug 2008 11:06 BST
With so many people overweight in the UK and trying just about every diet fad to lose weight particularly around their belly and hips the reality is that dieting and exercise should be considered day to day part of your life opposed to something you know you should do. This way eating and exercising are not a chore and actually become enjoyable and therefore sustainable. Ironically, the easiest way to ... more » Monday, July 14
The beauty and the beast of teeth whitening
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247 Health Shop
on Mon 14 Jul 2008 19:10 BST
Consumers in the UK are demanding the highest standards and lowest costs for everything, and sometimes in economics quality is reduced to meet the customer demands but could this be happening in the teeth whitening industry? As more and more specialists come in to any business normally prices are slashed to ensure competitiveness but could this be at the detriment of customer service and satisfaction and this is what is ... more »
The beauty and the beast of teeth whitening
by
247 Health Shop
on Mon 14 Jul 2008 19:09 BST
Consumers in the UK are demanding the highest standards and lowest costs for everything, and sometimes in economics quality is reduced to meet the customer demands but could this be happening in the teeth whitening industry? As more and more specialists come in to any business normally prices are slashed to ensure competitiveness but could this be at the detriment of customer service and satisfaction and this is what is ... more » Sunday, June 22
Hard work is the only way to get strong abs
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247 Health Shop
on Sun 22 Jun 2008 14:08 BST
Getting strong stomach muscles or abs is a desire for so many people but unfortunately it does not come to those without hard work and sacrifice. Stress has become part of daily life. Job pressure, financial insecurity, problems in personal relations, traffic & pollution all take a heavy toll of our mental well being. All the above factors combined with continuous negative thinking and not living in ... more » Friday, June 13
Getting fit with a partner
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247 Health Shop
on Fri 13 Jun 2008 20:58 BST
Getting fit with a partner The main obstacle to staying on track with a fitness program is losing motivation. People are just starting an exercise program can find themselves quickly tired of the same routine. Keeping exercise appealing and maintaining a good fitness perspective is key to long-term success. The right fitness partner can motivate you to achieve your fitness goals. Your fitness partner should be positive and ... more » Thursday, June 12
Exercise with a treadmill
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247 Health Shop
on Thu 12 Jun 2008 20:05 BST
Exercise with a treadmill Whether you are exercising in a gym or at home I am sure most people would ... more » Tuesday, June 10
Welcome
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247 Health Shop
on Tue 10 Jun 2008 20:06 BST
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