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Pg 3... Find out more about Seasonal Affective Disorder

PG 5... Might you be suffering from the Menopause

PG 4... Protection for skin during the winter months

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I know how important it is to take fish oils however “I hate” the taste or even the thought of taking it, as I don’t like fish. Any suggestions?

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My gums bleed from time to time. I’ve had a dental check up and everything seems fine.

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Essential fatty acids play an important role in the body from

Echinacea why useitone Having got the all clear from –your dentist mayaction be worth taking when you can have three? our heads to our toes, such as heart health, vibrant looking skin a Vitamin C supplement (start with 1000mg, 3 times daily), as We’re well new year now spring is in you may be deficient. Alsointo eat the a healthy diet of and fresh unprocessed and supple joints. Every cell in the body must get significant sight, but those chilly winter days are still clinging foods and minimise things that deplete your body of nutrients on, as are the usual nasty bugs. With over 100 Essential Fatty Acids to function properly. Udo’s Oil (Capsule such as smoking, sugar and alcohol. Taking 30mg of the naturally variants of cold and flu causing rhinoviruses it’s no This is a herb traditionally used to or Liquid) will give you a balanced intake of Omega 3, and help6the body in its fight against occurring compound Q10 can improve oxygen and time toCo-enzyme get lackadaisical! the symptoms of cold and flu. Products containing Echinacea are nutrient supply to the gums. Also dilute a few drops of Tea Tree 9, which is derived from seeds, such as sunflower, pumpkin, thought to support the immune When it comes to our traditional weapon, Echinacea, system, helping to maintain oil inthea glass of water and gargle daily or gargling with sea salt in body’s resistance. in the fight against colds and flu, fresh is still best. sesame and flax – so no fishy taste!!!! 1-3 dessert spoons daily warm water is a good habit® to get into. is made from A.Vogel’s own, organically Echinaforce can be added to cereals, yogurt, smoothies or any foods.

The information contained in this column is not a substitute for medical advice and you should always consult with your GP.

grown, fresh Echinacea purpurea, just as it has been. question, please feel free to If you havealways a health Vogel experimented with the format of email meAlfred on horanshealth.deirdre@gmail.com Echinaforce® for many years, and found that a mixture of root and herb (the part that grows above the ground) was the most effective, giving results in threefold. We now know this to be true because the

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mood and motivation balanced throughout the year; these are some of the natural remedies you will find in store to help: VITAMIN D: may help with flagging mood and energy, especially during the autumn and winter months. Ensuring a good intake of Vitamin D may keep people prone to SAD from experiencing a winter of discontent. PASSIFLORA: has a calming effective and may help in cases of nervous agitation and anxiety. 20 drops twice a day in a little water. B VITAMINS: helps to support the central nervous system and raise We all feel better during the summer months, days are longer and warmer, coping and tolerance levels. Choose a good quality B-COMPLEX we spend more time outdoors, generally get more exercise and tend to eat which will give you all your B vitamins in one. VIRIDIAN or SOLO less. For some people the transition from summer to winter can prove a would be a good choice. difficult time, sapping your energy and leaving you with low moods, most RHODIOLA: This herb which is grown in Siberia likely triggered by lack of sunlight as the days grow may help to protect against the negative effects shorter. This is known as SEASONAL AFFECTIVE Some Helpful Tips for Sufferers of S.A.D. DISORDER (S.A.D.) • Be sure to get enough quality sleep but get of stress hormones, may help to increase energy levels and leave you feeling happier and more Your serotonin levels (the hormone typically up after 8 hours or so. associated with elevating your mood) rise when you • Get outside for a while every day as natural positive. OMEGA FISH OILS: Recent research shows are exposed to bright light. Your melatonin levels also sunlight is essential. rise and fall with light and darkness. When it is dark • Let as much light as you can into your home that consumption of Omega 3 fatty acids may play a role in lifting mood and helping with your melatonin levels increase, which is why you or workplace. Pull up blinds etc. may feel tired when the sun starts to set (during the • Exercise and sunlight release endorphins concentration. Some of the best quality fish oils which raise your mood so exercise every winter months this can be as early as 4.30pm). day. Brisk walk is perfect especially in the are ESKIMO-3 BRAINSHARP (with added vitamin D), MOREPA or NORDIC NATURALS (also with Symptoms of S.A.D. often start as the days begin to mornings. get shorter. They may get worse during December, • Check out some essential oils such as ylang added vitamin D). January and February. It is all too easy to recognise ylang, lavender and chamomile which can be these symptoms and brush them off as “winter used in bath or as a massage oil or simply Until Next time, use in an oil burner at home or in the work blues” but for some people these symptoms can be place. These oils have excellent therapeutic Stay Health, debilitating and should always be discussed with properties and are absorbed into the system Deirdre your GP. It is important to take steps to keep your through the skin and mucous membranes.

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Protection for the skin during the winter months

No doubt the coming winter months will bring some harsh conditions and play havoc with our skin, from s and flowers, using only natural d plant oils and extracts from abrupt in temperatures outdoors and central rbs and roots and withchanges organic swax and essential oils. heating indoors. oduction process is carried out

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Our cream of the month for November is “EVENING PRIMROSE”. This home grown silky vibrant yellow flower is rich and nourishing and ideal for “thristy” skin. It can be used on the neck and around the eyes and seeding, planting, harvesting, with the flowers, making the It is important to protect our skin with high quality lips or where ever special care is needed. EVENING nally combining the most edients to make a beautiful san product. skincare and it is crucial to avoid products which PRIMROSE CREAM is ideal for the winter months contain alcohol and harsh chemicals as they drain ahead and will leave you with a lovely velvety texture. NO chemicals NO petrochemicals humidity from the skin, resulting in dryness, especially Use as a daily moisturiser and is ideal for pre-make es NO plastic jars NO parabens with long-term use. We apply skincare on a daily basis up application and excellent as a night cream. Use it rbs products andareitprepared: accumulates over time and this can sometimes sparingly, no need to lash it on. wild flowers and harvest our cause skinThese problems. flowers herbs and roots. Next month we will feature another HAREBELL

rom Nature's Garden Kerry from:

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c cold-pressed sunflower oil to t) three weeks. After several ulting infusion is ready for creams and body oils, we add ond oil, coconut oil, wheatgerm , beeswax etc. An extract strong herbal tea – is produced or seaweed etc. or a floral water witch hazel water etc.) is then the infusion using borax, a g mineral salt, finally essential ubtle fragrance.

HERBS fabulous cream “ROSE”. ic Skinc

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Phone/Fax: (00353) 066 9159857.

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improve your overall heart health. Changing habits is never easy, so we’re delighted to introduce a new FREE online support program which provides daily diet and lifestyle tips, healthy snack ideas and recipes to help support your cholesterol lowering efforts. The Mediterranean diet The program is based on the heart healthy Mediterranean diet which discourages consumption of saturated fats and trans fats. You include more good fats such as fatty fish, seeds such as flaxseed and seed oils, olive oil, avocados, nuts and nut butters. Omega-3 fatty acids from cold water fatty fish have many benefits for heart health. Aim to consume 2-3 portions of oily fish each week or supplement with a daily dose of high quality omega-3 fish oil such as Eskimo-3. It is important to limit saturated fats to a minimum by reducing red meat, dairy, vegetable oils, the pastries, cakes, biscuits and fried foods and reduce your salt intake. Your lifestyle matters Exercising, not smoking, losing weight and reducing stress can all help reduce cholesterol and improve heart health. Take Control Today. Sign up for the free program to receive daily e-mail updates with information relating to heart health, cholesterol, healthy fats, sugar and how it relates to high cholesterol, plus lifestyle tips, recipes and healthy snack ideas.

LET’S TALK MENOPAUSE WITH CLEANMARINE MENOMIN Nutritional therapist Susie Perry Debice believes the key to a more manageable menopause starts with preparing for it, particularly if you’re in your 40s. Are you ready to make positive changes? There are times in every woman’s life when she is likely to experience the up’s and down’s of hormone imbalance and this is especially true leading up to and during the menopause. Nutritional therapist Susie Perry Debice explains how to achieve a smooth transition through the menopaus. Growing old gracefully can be challenging Susie Perrie especially when in the midst of the menopause plagued by hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings. Finding ways to feel your best, look your best and keep your health at its best is essential for the more mature woman.

edamame beans, soya yoghurt, tofu, soya sauce, miso, tempeh, soya milk, fennel, cucumber, flax seeds, sesame seeds, lentils, alfalfa, oats and yams. Phyto-oestrogens are plant substances capable of producing weak oestrogenic effects in the body. They work by binding to oestrogen receptor sites on our cells where they mildly mimic the activity of oestrogen. During the menopause oestrogen levels decline triggering many of the menopausal symptoms and phytooestrogens help by having a balancing effect on hormone levels and topping up oestrogen levels when they are low.

Be Prepared

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One of the best bits of advice that I can give to any woman approaching the menopause is to be prepared! We all know the menopause is going to happen, we might not know exactly when it will begin BUT generally symptoms can start to occur from as early as 45 to as late as 55. If I’ve learnt anything as a Nutritional Therapist it’s that an overzealous lifestyle and unhealthy diet can definitely set the scene for hormone imbalance and a troublesome peri-menopause. So when I say ‘be prepared’ what I mean is when you hit your early to mid-forties it’s time to clean up your act and opt for a smooth peri-menopause.

Make positive changes

If you’re looking to max out on hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings and fatigue then just carry on slurping back the coffee, alcohol and sugary drinks. You can even crank up your stress levels too if you want to really turn up the peri-menopause heat! But I’d suggest you start to cool things down by avoiding caffeine (tea, coffee, cola, energy drinks), swapping out sugar and making some positive lifestyle choices that actually start to eliminate stress from your life! Taking up regular exercise and joining a yoga or Pilates class can help to create balance in your life and this will be reflected in your hormones and improvement in symptoms.

Foods for females

At this stage of your life it’s a good idea to focus your diet on plenty of green leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds which contain plenty of minerals such as

calcium and magnesium for bone health. Also include plenty of orange, red and purple fruits and vegetables (especially berries) that are rich in vitamin C which helps maintain collagen levels and support more mature skin and bone health. Finally, it’s time to feast on foods that contain phyto-oestrogens such as

There are so many menopausal supplements to choose from that it can often be a little overwhelming. My advice would be to start with one good ‘all rounder’ supplement, take this for 1-3 months and monitor the results. One particular supplement that stands out for menopausal symptoms is Krill Oil as it can be effective for a number of the most common menopausal symptoms – hot flushes, night sweats, mood swings, tiredness and sexual desire. A new supplement called Cleanmarine MenoMin contains Omega 3 from Krill Oil (the fastest and purest delivery of omega-3 possible, surpassing traditional, highly processed fish oils) alongside B-vitamins and early studies indicate fantastic results for those suffering from a troublesome menopause. In fact a three month trial revealed statistics showing that 84% of women reported a positive effect on symptoms with 77% seeing a significant reduction in hot flushes, 66% seeing improvements in sexual desire and 82% saying it had improved their quality of life. That’s pretty good news from just two capsules a day! However severe your symptoms seem the good news is that there are plenty of natural ways to help you cope better, feel better and get your life back on track. Start with tidying up your diet and lifestyle, add in a krill oil supplement and you’ll soon feel like you are managing your menopause rather than letting your menopause mange you! Save €3.50 off your next purchase of Cleanmarine MenoMin from your local Horans Health Store today, while stocks last. 5

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1. Xie, X, Li, Y, Chwang, A,T,Y How far droplets can move in indoor environments - revisiting the Wells evaporation falling curve, Indoor Air, 2007: 17 (3); 21-25 2. http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,76336,00.html 3. http://www.wash-hands.com/hand_hygeine_and_you/did_you_know 4. Winther et al JAMA 1986;256:1763-7 8 5. http://www.dailmail.co.uk/news/article-2125087/How-office-mouse-carries-THREE-TIMES-germs-toilet-seat-html

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PROBIOTICS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR FAMILY’S IMMUNITY It is a good idea to look after your family’s immune system well before the cold season knocks on the door. There are innumerous nutrients and herbs in your health store that might come in handy, but neither would be any good unless you are able to absorb them! It might surprise some that we need to start the boost from the belly. This long tube, called the digestive tract is our first line of defense against Eva Hamilton microbial invaders and houses up to 80% of our immunity. Probiotic (good) bacteria living in our gut outnumber our own cells by 10 to 1 because they are so important for our health. These microscopic soldiers help to fight off pathogenic (bad) bacteria and fungi, and at the same time, balance other components of the immune system and help to absorb other immune supporting nutrients. Nature gave us great diversity, but as always, man made chemicals interfere with the fine ecology we were supposed to have inside us. As Hippocrates said, every disease starts in the gut, therefore it is a good idea to top up the most important Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria species by taking probiotic capsules for a month at each changing of season and especially when someone has to take antibiotics. Home made yoghurt (not commercial!), kefir and raw sauerkraut are just some examples where you could top-up your microflora, although their taste might not be everyone’s cup of tea. Fear not, there is diversity available in your health store in capsule form! Bio-Kult Advanced Probiotic has the highest variety of beneficial bacteria (14 strains) to support every aspect of our digestive and immune systems. Formulated by Dr Natasha Campbell McBride, it is a well researched, high quality supplement that you can trust. It is suitable for the whole family, including newborns and pregnant or lactating women and it is not contraindicated with any medications. All Bio-Kult strains have received a

special protective coating to ensure they survive the gut acidity and it also allows you to take the supplement on the same day as antibiotics – just two hours after the doses. Daily intake of a good variety of fruits and vegetables are needed, not only for their exceptional nutrient supply, but because they feed our beneficial bacteria with soluble fiber, helping them colonize our system. Other great sources of soluble fiber are whole grains such as oats and legumes (beans and peas). Sugar on the other hand weakens the immunity. Just a teaspoon of the white crystals suppress the immunity by 50% for up to 5 hours – most likely by feeding unwanted pathogens. Try Xylitol for sweetening, or active Manuka Honey in the cold season. Encourage your family to have a piece of fruit every day and some vegetables for both lunch and dinner. Disguise vegetables if needed by making soups, pasta sauces, stews, lasagna and falafel balls. If a child is reluctant to eat well do not replace proper meals with refined, sugar loaded, processed foods. It is better if children go hungry every now and again then loading their system with immune suppressing sugar and chemicals. Give the child Bio-Kult Advanced Multi Strain probiotics and digestive enzyme supplements before meals to support the digestive system and in time they will be more interested in the variety of natural foods nature provide us with.

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Christmas Pudding Energy Balls INGREDIENTS:

Christmas Pudding Energy Balls • 80g IIHF almonds • 100g IIHF pitted dates • 130g IIHF dried apricots • Zest of half an orange (or half orange/half lemon if preferred) • 1/2 tsp IIHF ground cinnamon • 1 tsp IIHF ground mixed spice • 1 tsp vanilla essence

Chocolate Coating

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. To make the energy balls, place all ingredients in a food processor and grind until the mixture starts to stick together (1-2 minutes). It should be stodgy and easy to roll into little balls. The mixture should make about 12-15 balls, depending on how big or small you roll them. Use a tablespoon to measure them out. Put the balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set. 2. While the balls are in the fridge, make the dark chocolate coating. Melt the cacao butter over a very low heat using a double boiler or heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Once the cacao butter has melted, whisk in the cacao powder, sweetener and salt. Set aside and leave to cool down to room temperature. 3. To make the “white chocolate coating”, place all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blitz until completely smooth. Add a tiny bit more milk if it’s hard to blend. The mixture should be soft but not too runny.

• 50g True cacao butter • 3 tbsp True cacao powder • 2 tbsp True honey (or agave syrup) • A tiny pinch of sea salt

4. Once the dark chocolate has cooled slightly, use a fork to dip the energy balls into the chocolate, making sure they are fully coated. Let all the excess chocolate drip off into the bowl and then transfer the balls to a plate lined with greaseproof paper, making sure they are not touching each other. Place them in the freezer or fridge to set for approx. 20 minutes. Repeat this step again if you wish to build up the chocolate layer.

For the “White Chocolate” Icing

5. Once the dark chocolate coating has fully set, add a small amount of the white chocolate coating to the top of the balls and let it slightly drip down the sides to create the cla ssic custard look. Place them back in the freezer or fridge to set again.

• 60ml True coconut oil • 35g IIHF cashew nuts • 1/2 tbsp True honey (or agave syrup) • 1-2 tsp rice or almond milk

Green Marzipan Leaf Decoration • 35g IIHF whole almond soaked in water for at least 4 hours • 1/2 tbsp True honey • 1/2 tsp True spirulina powder • 1 tbsp True goji berries

6. While the icing is setting for the final time, make the raw marzipan. After the almonds have been soaked, their skins should be very easy to remove. Once all the skins have been removed, add the almonds to a food processor and grind until they resemble breadcrumbs. Add the honey and blitz again until the mixture begins to stick together and is completely smooth. You now have marzipan! To colour, add the spirulina powder gradually until you have your desired amount of green. You can then roll it out and cut leaf shapes for the holly. To make the holly berries, cut the goji berries in half and mould them into little balls. Add the marzipan leaves and the goji berries to the top of the Christmas puddings and press down so they stick

Winter Health A.Vogelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Echinaforce Cold and Flu drops help support the immune system, helping to maintain the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resistance. Soothe throats with Echinaforce Sore Throat Spray or pop Echinaforce Cold and Flu tablets in your bag for on-the-go.

Orange & Elderflower flavour Rescue Lozenge has refreshing, uplifting properties. The sunny flavours of Orange oil have been known to bring happiness and warmth to the mind and help relaxation. Delicious liquid centre lozenge with 4 drops of RESCUE PLUS vitamins B5 & B12 to help you manage your busy day. Terranova Full-Spectrum Multivitamin, a comprehensive vitamin and mineral complex will help boost reserves of energy essential nutrients. It contains highly absorbable vegetable proteins packed with antioxidant properties, such as Spirulina and Barley Grass; a high concentration of Vitamin C, E, B, essential fatty acids and omegas.

Quest Vitamin C 1000mg Timed Release.Vitamin C is an antioxidant nutrient that contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress and to the normal functioning of the immune system. It enhances the absorption of iron in the body and is involved in energy metabolism and contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Quest Kyolic garlic is produced from organically grown cloves cold aged for 20 months. Aged garlic contributes to normal heart, liver and immune function.

The Higher Nature Saltpipe is a handy inhaler that brings the benefits of salt mine therapy to your home. Its salty microclimate calms the cells of the respiratory system and induces their natural self-cleansing mechanism.

A.Vogel Dormeasan is a herbal sleep remedy made from extracts of freshly harvested, organically grown Valerian root and Hops. Perfect for helping to adjust to the clocks going back!

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