Bearsden & Milngavie Directory Oct/Nov 2010

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INSIDE COUCH POTATOES BEWARE Games want to make you move HEALTH The truth about red meat KIA SPORTAGE Maybe not so overpriced TRAVEL The French Alps, Summer or Winter?

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Welcome To the latest edition of the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory. Firstly we would like to inform you of the arrival of our new baby girl Zoe who was born on 19th August at 6.11am weighing 6lbs 11oz! She is quite a handful and has kept us on our toes but has brought much happiness Zoe Francis Janette Brawley to us and our families!

Autumn is here with Christmas just round the corner.

Look out for some Christmas offers in this edition which is jam packed with new advertisers. As always we are keen for any feedback and any topics you think would be useful, just drop us an e mail.

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MUSIC REVIEW

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BOOK REVIEW: AVIATION

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TRAVEL: THE FRENCH ALPS

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HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DEBTS

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THE TRUTH ABOUT RED MEAT

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DRIVING THROUGH THE YEARS

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TECHNOLOGY REVIEW: MOTION SICKNESS

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MOTORING REVIEW: KIA SPORTAGE

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RECIPE: MEATBALL PASTA

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NEW MUSIC REVIEW Faithless: The Dance Never Ends Faithless release a Deluxe Remix Edition of latest album entitled The Dance Never Ends, it will feature an additional bonus CD with remixes and reworkings of tracks from the album as well as club favourites, Not Going Home, and Tweak Your Nipple, remixed by Tiësto, The Dance Never Ends also features five exclusive and previously-unheard remixes. When it was originally released in May, The Dance reached no. 2 in the UK charts and features club hits such as Not Going Home and Feelin Good, serving as an excellent reminder as to why Faithless are held in the same regard as other top tier dance acts like Daft Punk and The Chemical Brothers.

Jamiroquai: Rock Dust Light Star Rock Dust Light Star is the 7th studio album by the pioneer of pop-funk Jamiroquai. This is the first album by the Jay Kay lead group for 5 years and in the time away the group have managed to keep their unique style which made Jamiroquai a household name. The album features the single Blue Skies, an hugely uplifting pop song and this record shows the group's talent remains as strong in 2010 as it was in 1994.

Kings of Leon: Come Around Sundown Is the follow-up to the hugely successful Only By The Night, which sold over six million copies worldwide and won four Grammy Awards. In the last two years they have become one of the biggest bands in the world.

Drummer Neil Followill said “It's got songs that are beach-y and songs that are a little more like our 2003 debut album (Youth And Young Manhood days). We're super excited. It will be interesting to see how well received it is."

Manic Street Preachers: Postcards From a Young Man The Manic’s are back with their 10th studio album and delivered something different. The band have again teamed up with long term producer Dave Eringa to produce what they say is a commercial album which is going to full of radio hits. There are guest spots from the likes of Ian McCulloch (Echo & The Bunnymen), John Cale (Velvet Underground), and Duff McKagen (Guns ‘N’ Roses), as well as featuring a number of tracks with a gospel choir. This album sounds like it’s the Manic’s having fun and delivering some of their most commercial music since “Everything Must Go”. Young Man is packed with screamed-from-the-terraces pop moments.

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AUDI TECHNIK CENTRE: YOUR BEST ALTERNATIVE TO THE DEALER Tired of main dealer prices? Are you looking for alternative garage services at affordable prices? Audi Technik is a local independent full service and repair facility specialising in Audi, Volkswagen, Seat & Skoda.

Based right here in Bishopbriggs, Audi Technik Centre is a garage you can trust were all makes and models are welcome. Owner William Connolly is a fully trained Audi master technician with over 20 years experience within the VW group of vehicles.

At Audi Technik Centre they undertake all types of work, from servicing, replacing timing belts to full engine diagnostics with all service books stamped to validate warranties. Your car will also have its electronic management system checked and service interval light reset. Owner William tells us “At Audi Technik we only use genuine parts and as a VW group specialist garage, we give all of our customers the highest quality service, regardless of whether you have an old or new vehicle”.

William then goes on to say “Regular vehicle servicing is often overlooked by car owners however it is more important than most vehicle owners realise. Through keeping your service book up-to-date you will retain a better resale value when you come to sell your vehicle.

But the vehicle sale is a long term benefit, until then you will also benefit from identifying potential problems before they occur, ensuring the optimum miles per gallon for your particular vehicle and you get a 'smoother, tighter' drive from your driving experience!”

Did you know that servicing and maintaining your car at Audi Technik Centre does not affect your manufacturer’s warranty? In October 2003, European Legislation affecting the motor trade came into force allowing motorists to use any garage of their choice to service their cars without invalidating the manufacturer’s warranty. This basically means you are free to benefit from the competitive pricing and individual service offered by your local independent garage.

And if you are looking for a little more fun or performance for your car, then Audi Technik Centre can assist you too. They offer performance tuning and modifications to most models including MTM tuning, suspension, uprated brakes, induction and exhaust modifications plus many more.

Since opening, Audi Technik Cente have built an outstanding reputation on their first-class commitment

to both vehicle and customer care.

W i l l i a m provides a high-quality service that’s friendly and professional so you can be confident that both you and your vehicle are in safe hands for: ŸProfessional Diagnostics & Fault Finding ŸMOTs & Vehicle Repairs ŸPerformance Tuning Ÿ V e h i c l e Modifications ŸWarranty Servicing When it comes to increasing the performance of your VW group car, then Audi Technik is a great place to start. William knows the VW cars inside out and know what they are capable of and how to improve the vehicles. They offer advice, guidance and fitment of pretty much all aftermarket performance tuning parts to unleash the full potential of your car. He can fit anything (well almost) to increase the drive from your vehicle.

Fault Finding & Diagnosis: The garage have fault finding and diagnosis service which is dedicated to vehicles from the Volkswagen & Audi Group (VAG) range, using the latest diagnostics equipment including the VAS 5052, the official VW & Audi system to assist us in trouble shooting your problem. The VAS system is connected to VW Audi in Germany which gives them access to their vast technical resource library with everything from wiring diagrams to key codes.

Choosing Audi Technik Centre gives you the reassurance and peace of mind that your car is professionally maintained by a qualified technician in a reliable independent garage at a competitive price.

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Book Review - Aviation November is national Aviation History Month, a time when we all look to the skies and think of all that aviation has done for us. From taking us on holiday to winning wars, aeroplanes have played an important role in modern history. Here, we’ve got a series of truly great stories to celebrate.

Winged Victory by V.M. Yeates Described as the aviation equivalent of ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’, this title is a moving story based on the author’s experiences of air combat in the First World War. Loneliness, fear and exhaustion feature prominently, as do women, excitement and comradeship. A classic of great war literature, Winged Victory is truly unforgettable. .

Amy Johnson by Constance Babington-Smith A fascinating story about a typist from Hull who became Britain’s pioneer female pilot. Inspiring the country after the Great War, Amy flew solo to Australia in 1930 in an open cockpit plane, with just a thermos and a packet of sandwiches. Sadly her plane disappeared over the Thames estuary in WWII, and remains to be unexplained.

The Ghost of Flight 401 by John G. Fuller Based upon true events and thoroughly researched, this supernatural tale tells of the Lockheed L1011 Tri-star which crashed in the Florida Everglades back in 1972. Despite a loss of life, parts were salvaged and applied to other planes, upon which strange sightings and mysterious events begin to occur. A fantastic, if chilling, read.

NEW RELEASE The History of RAF Aerobatic Teams From 1920 by David Watkins We all have a place in our hearts for the Red Arrows, the Blades and our incredible aerobatic teams who perform such jaw-dropping manoeuvres. Here, the author presents a detailed history, from the first experimental stunt pilots, through to modern formation aerobatics.

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GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH

By Daryn Cochrane - The Golfing House

PUTTING ALIGNMENT IS KEY Do you feel like your putting stroke is perfect but you’re missing too many putts? Then you’re among the majority of golfers who don’t square the putter face perfectly at address; and if you’re not aiming where you think you are the chances of your ball finding the hole are greatly diminished. To increase your odds of squaring the putter face follow this easy routine.

Once you’ve addressed the ball, stand up straight and extend your arms upward until the putter face is at eye level, then set it square (this works more effectively because your eyes tend to fall offline when you bend over at address) Maintain this grip and lower the putter back down to the ball; there’s your line .

Once you’re properly aligned its then time to choose the line, and if you’re having problems in this area just remember these four basic facts:

(0141) 942 4048, email me at thegolfinghouse@btconnect.com or pop into my shop at either Bearsden Golf Range or Esporta Milngavie.

Have a fabulous golfing month!

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a.. The slower the green, the less a putt will break b.. The faster the green the more the putt will break c.. The more uphill the putt, the less it will break d.. The more downhill, the more the putt will break.

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SUMMER OR WINTER? THE FRENCH ALPS The French Alps are famous for their winter ski season, but during the summer this dramatic and scenic area offers even more to do. But let's focus on the popular winter season.

Many people who have never skied are put off by the idea of going somewhere even colder than the UK during the winter months. However, the cold in the Alps is not like the damp, grey winters we get at home. The air is generally dry and, of course, rain falls as snow so the bone-chilling dampness you might be used to doesn't exist. The sun shines on most days which, with the reflection on the snow, makes for really bright and often surprisingly warm conditions. The mountain restaurants have roaring fires and are well insulated.

Clothes Like many sports, it will be necessary to have a range of clothes and equipment before you get on the slopes.

Although it is possible to buy technical and very expensive skiwear, you can actually get away with one or two good pieces, and use normal clothes for the rest.

The Alps don't actually get that cold particularly if you choose a lower resort (e.g. Portes de Soleil). Even in December and early January when the temperatures

may stay well below freezing all day, adopting good underclothes then several outer layers of normal clothes with a good quality jacket will keep you very warm. By the time you get to the end of February you will be shedding all those extra layers anyway. If you are taking children, definitely buy secondhand from your local paper or from EBay. However gloves are probably the one thing worth paying more for, and good sunglasses and goggles are essential too.

Equipment You can hire boots and skis/snowboards in the resort. If you are only going for one week each year, you simply won't get the return on your investment if you buy, and lugging skis through an airport is a real hassle. Many low-cost airlines will charge you extra for ski carriage, and then you'll have the additional cost of annual maintenance when you return. Most hire shops offer very good quality and well-maintained ski equipment.

Getting there Many of the low-cost airlines run extra routes during the ski season, and if you book early enough flights for under ÂŁ60 a head are easily obtained, often flying from local airports.

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Alternatively - if this is your first time - you could look at doing a package. However watch out for the transfer times as it can be a long coach journey from the airport.

Accommodation Hotels are more prevalent in the upmarket areas and can be very expensive. In family resorts you will have two main choices: a catered chalet, or a self-catering.

Apartment or chalet Catered chalets include your morning food, afternoon tea and cakes and an evening meal often including wine. The chef usually has one night off each week allowing you the opportunity to try a local restaurant.

For convenience, economy and sociability catered chalets are a very popular choice, allowing you maximum skiing time.

However you will have to work to their timetable and if you like a lazy start you will m i s s breakfast a n d probably have to make your own way to the slopes.

to go at that time, it's best avoided. March is one of the most popular months as the weather is warmer, days are longer, but the snow should still be excellent. April and around Easter - is one of the best times to go and quite underrated. It will be warm, and although the melting snow may mean you have to finish by around 3pm, it's generally quiet so you'll get maximum skiing time up till then.

Don't forget to check your travel insurance policy to ensure that you have winter sports coverage. Being rescued from the mountains is very expensive. If you arrive in resort and realise you are not covered however, you can ask for insurance to be included in your lift ticket.

There is something truly magical about snow whatever your age, and the combination of bright sunshine, deep blue skies, roaring fires and an exhilarating sport make for a real lift in your spirits during the long British winter.

Apartments and chalets give more flexibility and particularly for those with very young children, may be a better option. However much of the French accommodation is small so unless you are on a particularly tight budget rent something with more beds than you need so that you get the extra living space.

When to go/when to avoid The ski lifts open the week before Christmas (conditions permitting). The week before Christmas is quiet, but the Christmas and New Year week is very busy and can be chilly. Also the snow conditions are unreliable at this time: in 2006 there was very little snow, yet in 2007 they had the best start to the season in 10 years. January is a particularly good time: accommodation is cheaper, slopes are quieter, and the snow conditions are usually excellent. February is the UK and the French school holidays so unless you have Don’t forget to say you saw their advert in the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory

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Trade Junk: At General Junk, we appreciate that your time is your money. General Junk offers you the opportunity to solely concentrate on your profession. With one free phone call, we can allocate a two hour window, provide no obligation upfront all inclusive rates, and dedicated manpower to lift, load and dispose of all your junk on the spot.

General Junk is a waste collection and rubbish removal business with a difference covering domestic, garden, office and trade waste collection, from single items to full clearances.

Home Junk: Whatever the reason, General Junk removes the burden of domestic waste disposal. From cutlery and crockery, to tables and chairs, to doors and windows, even bricks and mortar, we specialise in general junk removal. Whatever you want to dispose of, whether an individual item or a full house clearance, we are here to service your needs.

Garden Junk: General Junk offers an unrivalled garden clearance service. From acres of scrubland to an unwanted window box, our garden clearance service covers any junk. Our teams come prepared for a mammoth task, so no matter the scale of the job we're ready to dig in. From sheds to gazebos, from shrubs to trees, from hoes to hoses, from bird baths to gnomes, even dirty great concrete slabs! We remove patios, we remove furniture, we remove greenhouses.

Whatever you want to dispose of, whether an individual item or a full garden clearance.

Office Junk: Whatever the reason, General Junk provides a fast, efficient and professional service tailored to your

We've got waste disposal down to a fine art. Our waste collection service is second to none. Skip hire is a thing of the past. General Junk's waste collection process is designed with you in mind.

One free phone call, one free quote agreed and we collect, load and dispose of your domestic waste.

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We do what we say we will, when we say we will. All of our staff are trained to respect your property. We will make every effort to ensure that your property is left exactly the way we find it, minus the junk At General Junk there are no hidden costs. Our pricing policy is as clear and simple. You only pay for the amount of junk collected. Our prices include all labour and disposal charges (i.e. landfill or transfer station)..

So, if you have General Junk that you want to dispose of responsibly, call us FREE today

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Get rid of your junk with just one FREE phone call General Junk is a waste collection and rubbish removal business with a difference. We pride ourselves on customer service. Our waste collection process is designed with you in mind. Rubbish collection should not mean rubbish service.

We do exactly what we say we will, when we say we will. We collect, load and responsibly dispose of any non-hazardous waste, from single items to full clearances. We even clean up after ourselves.

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T&G Stoneplast – Specialists in Stone Restoration – Roughcasting – Plastering – Stonemasonry – Stonecleaning – Artexing & Artex Removal – Ames Taping FREE ESTIMATES

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Tel: 0141 762 0900 Block 1, Unit 1, Huntershill Way, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 1XP To advertise call Scott or Natalie on 0141 945 4210 or email: info@sbdirectory.co.uk

REDISCOVER THE IMPROVED CERAMIC EXPERIENCE The Ceramic Experience is an award winning visitor attraction and ceramic painting studio, based in Southbank Business Park (near Sainbury’s), Kirkintilloch which is an ideal venue for painting fun for all ages.

New owner Alison Stupart was formally a Structural Engineer but took a career break in 2006 to spend more time with her baby. She ran a local toddler group in Menstrie, Clackmannanshire and really enjoyed the interaction with the kids and their parents which inspired a career change to work with kids. Alison always took her daughter to branches of the Ceramic Experience to paint gift sets for grandparents and relatives and thought they were great friendly places for children and parents to interact by having both practical activities along with the soft play area after painting. When the Kirkintilloch franchise was up for sale, she jumped at the chance to buy it as her daughter had just started school, taking over the business on the 9th October 2010.

The store has had a complete revamp with all new brushes and specialist paints along with a huge new stock of pottery to paint including a great selection of animals for the kids. Alison goes on to tell us “Our studio is big, bright and child friendly which the kids all love, we specialise in making baby foot/hand imprints in clay and silver fingerprint keepsake jewellery.

Handprint mugs, plates, baubles etc are great pressies for family and friends. Ceramics can either be painted in acrylic paints to take home immediately or underglaze paints which we glaze and fire to be collected in a few days.”

They also cater for kids painting parties providing a full party package including activites, party bags, food and invitations. Gift vouchers are also available that can be used at any of our 9 branches, great for new parents or babies 1st birthdays.

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Fun ceramic painting for all ages Handmade silver miniprint jewellery Baby hand and foot casts or imprints Parties Free soft play area Huge selection of pottery to paint from £5.99 incl kids themes Cafe serving drinks, cakes and light lunches Groups welcome. Evening openings to suit

Open 7 days, 10am to 4.45pm - No need to book (excl parties) 7 Donaldson Crescent Southbank Business Park Kirkintilloch, G66 1XF (Near Sainsbury’s)

Tel: 0141 776 2100 www.theceramicexperience.com

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Up at the Top Gutter Master Choosing a company to carry out repairs to your house can be very worrying. Particularly if you don’t know much about the work that needs to be done. Peace of mind comes from finding a reputable reliable service.

The vehicles of GutterMaster are a familiar site in Bearsden & Milngavie and the Director William Burke has spent his working life as a roofer. Tired of excess travelling and time away from home, William decided to form his own company almost 20 years ago. Since then his business has gone from strength to strength and still growing considerably.

No Pressure: GutterMaster offers free quotes to interested customers. “We don’t believe in pressurising people into making a quick decision” says William and we don’t quote a ridiculous

Services: If an emergency repair needs to be done GutterMaster will deal with it as quickly as possible. They offer a quality service for all aspects of your roof.

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GutterMaster will always find more than one option if possible. If you have a budget they will work with it and offer you genuine advice.

So if a repair can be done instead of a full job, you will always be told. GutterMaster are confident in their services, so if a complete job is undertaken you can relax in the knowledge that their work is guaranteed. Just one more reason why GutterMaster are “Up at the Top”.

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HOW TO MANAGE YOUR DEBTS

With Christmas around the corner and a difficult financial year behind us, as many as 1 in 3 of us is struggling to stay out of the red. Here, debt specialist Nikki MacEwan breaks down seven steps to help you take control of your cash.

Acknowledge your debt It’s all too easy to deny money difficulties by shoving bills into drawers and spending on plastic, but it doesn’t solve the problem and it won’t go away. Admit the issue and then you can begin to find a resolution.

Work it out Sit down with a pen and paper and work out what you owe your creditors against your income. Be realistic about what you can afford to pay and map out a repayment plan. If the numbers don’t add up, look at your options.

Cut your costs Look at your bank statement. Where is your cash going? Where can you make savings? Look into switching energy providers, assessing your mortgage package, cutting up store cards, selling some belongings, perhaps down-grading to a more economic car. Even the little things like sacrificing those mid-morning trips to the coffee shop can make a massive difference.

Increase your income Are you due a pay rise? Have a word with your boss if you think so. Are you paying too much tax?

Are you entitled to benefits or tax credits? Do you have children living with you of a working age who can contribute? What about a second job?

Perhaps you could start letting a room in your house?

Prioritise your debts Work out who you need to pay first. It’s best to pay all your creditors a small amount, rather than a lot to just one they will be more helpful if you show that you are trying to sort the problem out rather than not paying at all.

Consolidate If you are paying sky-high credit card rates which eat up your repayments in interest, look for a bank loan or card with a better rate but only from a reputable source!

Ask for help Don’t let the problem get out of hand, there is lots of free and independent advice out there. Talk to the Consumer Credit Counseling Service, Citizen’s Advice Bureau or debt advisors such as accessfinancemanagement.co.uk for free advice about your options.

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THE TRUTH ABOUT EATING RED MEAT It has been thousands of years since humans have been eating red meat. It was in the 1950s that the tradition of eating meat got a lot of bad press as people started getting health conscious and research proved the link between animal fat, cholesterol, and serious health conditions like obesity, heart disease and cancer. As processed meats loaded with fat and preservatives became widely available the negative perception grew further. However it is now becoming clear even as food experts continue to debate meat consumption that it is not the meat which is the villain of the story but it is the fat that comes with it, which needs to be blamed. During preparation you would need to remove the outer fat, which will reveal red meat and it is a superior food with very high nutritional value, necessary for optimum health.

Complete Protein - Lean red meat supplies all the 21 essential amino acids found in proteins which the body requires. Red meat is said to contain "complete proteins" which are essential for providing energy to the body and are also important for the growth and repair of body cells.

Antibodies are essential for fighting diseases and the protein in lean meat helps the immune system in producing it.

Source of Vitamins - Red meat consumption provides the body with vitamins that are vital to health. Vitamin A, which is supplied by the red meat and fat of grass-fed animals, is a powerful nutrient for maintaining good eyesight and strong immune and endocrine systems. Vitamin A also enhances fertility and helps in protecting the fetus against birth defects.

Rich in Minerals - Red meat has important minerals which are a must for good health. Iron is one of those minerals which enables the blood to efficiently carry oxygen to the cells of the body.

Absorption of iron from red meat is better than those from plant sources. Women who experience heavy menstruation tend to lose a lot of blood which would lead to low levels of iron and they may feel fatigue and dizziness and they would need to eat lean red meat to prevent it.

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Zinc is another important mineral which is found in red meat. This mineral has anti aging benefits which are derived from its anti-inflammatory properties and it also helps strengthen the immune system. Skin health can also be maintained by zinc as it speeds up the healing process caused from damage caused due to pimples and other skin disorders Wholesome Fats - Cholesterol build up which could lead to heart attack has been linked to animal fat but studies have proved that the structural fat which is found in lean meat is actually beneficial in preventing the dreaded disease. The polyunsaturated fatty acids which are found in red meat are known to play a major role in reducing abnormal heart rhythms, which are often the cause of cardiac arrest. Beef fat is found to contain nearly 35% of monounsaturated fat or good cholesterol. Beef and lamb meat are also said to contain high amounts of stearic acid, which are a form of saturated fat and it is found to be lowering LDL cholesterol or bad cholesterol.

Omega-3 to omega-5 fatty acids are also found in lean red meat which are essential for healthy brain function and emotional well being.

Lean Towards Healthy Eating - Anything taken in excess is bad, and the same applies to red meat. But eaten in moderation, lean red meat is an excellent source of nourishment for our growth and energy requirements. When buying red meat, it helps if you can find meat from grass-fed animals because they contain more nutrients.

And don't forget the word 'lean' because controlling animal fat consumption to beneficial levels is a key to good health.

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1ST CHOICE TRADES OPENS THEIR NEW SHOWROOM IN BEARSDEN 1st Choice Trades is a family run business by local residents David and Susan Ness. David has over 10 years experience working with companies such as DM Design and Glasgow City Council before going it alone.

They started out as kitchen fitters (David Ness Installations), where they built up a full portfolio of happy customers and have now progressed to opening their own showroom in Bearsden where they offer all types of joinery work from replacing an old worktop to a full extension with their team of trusted and reliable tradesmen.

As a supplier & fitter they can find your perfect kitchen and install it for you or if you have already purchased your kitchen they can simply install units and worktops, tiling, plastering, plumbing and all electrical work.

On display in their stunning showroom, they have a variety of kitchen and bathroom styles and designs to choose from, from high gloss to super matt through to

natural oak wood. The showroom i s designed to show you the w i d e variety of kitchen door colours and styles, together with choices of unit sizes, handle designs, worktop options and many of the features that make the kitchen of your dreams.

When choosing a new bathroom or kitchen, 1st Choice Trades are there to offer suggestions, essential information and practical tips.

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Enjoy-a-ball: A national success story East Dunbartonshire based Enjoy-a-ball is in a league of its own after securing a coveted national award. The child sports coaching business saw off competition from across the UK to win the Best National Activity for children aged 5 to 12 at the What's on 4 little ones awards ceremony held in Brighton in June.

Kevin Key, who runs Enjoy-a-ball in East Dunbartonshire said: “I've always believed passionately that our coaching makes a real difference to the children we teach. Over the years I've seen our coaching programme develop the confidence and selfesteem in hundreds of children so it's great that we've been recognised with this national award. Enjoy-a-ball is a perfect introduction to all ball sports from an early age as it encourages fitness and fun, based on each child's ability. And the children absolutely love it!”

Each week, across the UK, over ten thousand children take part in Enjoy-a-ball sessions. They learn in a range of sporting skills including football, tennis, rugby, cricket and basketball. Above all, the aim is to increase their co-ordination and confidence and promote a lifelong

love of sporting activity.

The 2010 What's on 4 little ones awards received 2500 nominations and over 27,000 votes. Recognising the best activities and party entertainment for children across the UK, the awards are open to any activity, group or class which have a national presence.

The award programme, is supported by Prima Baby & Pregnancy magazine, and is now in its fourth year. It celebrates the best activities across the UK, as nominated and voted for by parents.

Enjoy-a-ball appeared on the CBBC programme “Mighty Mites” on Thursday 16 September. If you missed us you can catch it on bbc i player.

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Signature Interiors Down an unassuming Kirkintilloch side-street lies an amazing Aladdin’s Cave of fabrics,wallpapers and home accessories. Over the past 35 years, Signature Interiors has built-up a reputation second-to-none when it comes to making their customer’s houses into homes.

Now is an exciting time for the family company, as the Bishopbriggs couple who started the business have recently passed the torch onto their three daughters.

Lara Cairney is now the face of the business, with two decades of experience in home interiors, who will help turn your dreams into reality. Meanwhile, Gillian Duthie and Elizabeth Rodden are behind the scenes making sure everything runs smoothly. Lara can create anything from a cushion cover to sumptuous fullydesigned interiors, all to your exact specifications.

Their shop contains a dazzling array of gorgeous fabrics and furnishings, with customers free to come along and have a browse and a chat over a cup of coffee, with no pressure to buy.

For your dream home

If you have already found the perfect fabric elsewhere they will be happy to advise and manufacture it into whatever you need for your home. Everything is made in their own workshop above their Kirkintilloch premises, enabling them to deliver a standard of excellence as they have total control of each job from inception through to delivery.

Also, with extensive experience of kitting-out showhomes to developer’s exacting standards, you can be sure that everything from Signature Interiors will ooze quality.

Lara and her team aim to sell you a unique personal style tailored to both budget and taste, and are often able to source items for a fraction of the price offered by high street retailers.

To see just what is possible visit Signature Interiors in Kirkintilloch’s Old Mill Park today

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Showhome Specialists

Ÿ Designer Fabrics Ÿ Wallpaper Ÿ Lighting Ÿ Mirrors Ÿ Furniture Ÿ Home Accessories We guarantee a top quality bespoke service of curtains and soft furnishings, all manufactured in our sewing room and can be installed by our experienced fitters at an extremely competitive cost tailored to suit any budget. Fabric companies we use include: Designers Guild, Today Interiors, Romo, Villa Nova, Osborne & Little, Jane Churchill, Harlequin, Monkwell Crowson, Kandola, Casamance & Prestigious.

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DRIVING THROUGH THE YEARS A recent survey of motorists found that nearly half of them were unable to answer questions on the Highway Code. This handbook has been in existence for nearly eighty years and has undergone numerous changes over time. Driving rules were a lot easier in the past, but the casualty rates were higher than they are today.

In the early days of motoring in Britain there was no driving test, so people often taught themselves to drive or received simple training from friends or colleagues and there were virtually no road regulations. By 1930 a few basic laws were introduced including a minimum driving age of 17.

The first Highway Code book was published in 1931 and its eighteen pages contained detailed instructions for drivers of horse-drawn vehicles. They were advised to rotate the whip over their head then point it to the left or right depending on the direction they intended to turn. This first edition contained absolutely no information on using car mirrors, indicators didn’t exist and drivers were advised to beep their horn before overtaking to warn the car in front. However, there was a lengthy section explaining the various hand signals that drivers and policemen should use when directing traffic. It wasn’t until May 1975 that demonstrating arm signals was dropped from the driving test.

Interestingly, speed limits were in force long before cars were invented. The 1865 Locomotive Act was designed for steam-driven traction engines and the speed limit was set at 4 mph on rural roads and 2 mph in urban areas. A man carrying a red flag was required to walk some way ahead to warn people that a ‘self powered vehicle’ was approaching. This flagman was also used for a few years in the early days of motor vehicles until the speed of the car became too fast for it to be practical. The first speeding ticket and a one shilling fine was issued in 1896 to a man driving at 8 mph in a 2 mph zone. The red flag rule ended in 1896 and was widely celebrated with motorists participating in the ‘emancipation run’ from London to Brighton; an event still repeated annually as the famous veteran

car rally.

It wasn’t until 1935 that driving tests were made compulsory and the requirements of this first test were just these: eyesight test, questions on the Highway Code, “General Driving", emergency stop, arm signals, reverse left and turn in the road. There were no official testing centres and examiners met their candidates at a railway station or other designated spot.

Testing was suspended for the duration of World War 2 and restarted in November 1946. During the Suez crisis of 1956 driving tests were also cancelled until April 1957 and have continued uninterrupted ever since.

Now, not only has the driving test become more complicated, fewer people are passing. To ensure success, make sure you take the time to revise and thoroughly learn the Highway Code and take proper lessons with a qualified instructor. Happy motoring!

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Bindi Blooms

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Bindi Blooms is a new business run from home by local resident Gail Webster who has lived in Bearsden for most of her life.

compliment your event or occasion, Be it a Wedding, Birthday, Anniversary, Corporate Event, or just to say thank you, Gail will create the perfect arrangement just for you.

Floral displays are designed to customers specification, Gail’s aim is to provide a luxury flower design service using the highest quality flowers at affordable prices and by working from home Gail doesn’t have the overheads that most florists would have .

Gail has always been creative and after 20 years of working as Cabin Crew with British Airways decided it was time to follow her dream of working with flowers.

Gail trained at none other than the famous Jane Packer Flower School located in Marylebone Village, in the heart of London’s West End and from there went on to find employment in the industry for one of the largest florists in Glasgow which gave her the experience and confidence to start up on her own .

Gail goes on to tell us “I specialise in hand tied bouquets which comes with a bag for your transportation and pleasure, I believe in simple, unique use of fresh flowers, finest raw materials and latest skills which have proved to be a successful combination.

With a real passion for flowers and an eye for the unusual, Gail will create a unique floral design to

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I.T. BLOG BY COLIN FYFE A spate of unsolicited phone calls from people purporting to be on a computer help desk has racked the area! The scammers initiate phone calls to their targets, at which point they may claim to be concerned representatives from Microsoft or an ISP. The caller attempts to convince the target that their computer has been infected or is running slowly and then ask to talk through a repair procedure that allows the hacker access to your PC. If you receive such a phone call I would recommend that you detach yourself from your usual congenial telephone rapport before politely hanging up!

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· If you are online and something says you have won This episode has reminded me of other fraudulent don’t click it. It’s the internet equivalent of Tom A fun filled, family-friendly festival! behaviour to be heeded.

Champagne and his Readers Digest mind trick – with 23/24 July 2010, Kirkcudbright even poorer odds. · Your bank will NEVER contact you by email regarding your account details. My advice is to view any email · Do not buy any antivirus software that appears on your from any bank as toxic. computer out of nowhere claiming you are infected with viruses. It is probably rogue software to be removed · No friend of yours will ask for money from you having arrived in Africa with no wallet. Never transfer money to someone without verbal discourse.

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KIA SPORTAGE Meet the Sportage, a Kia that costs £20,777. We can hear that sucking of air through teeth from here and we agree: Yes, that does sound a bit rich.

But before you dismiss it out of hand, you need to know the manufacturer has form here. Take Kia’s recently launched Sortento SUV as an example. The BMW X5sized model is selling out in the top-of-the-range K3 specification and that costs nearly £30,000. Suddenly the Sportage doesn’t look so over-priced…

It helps that the new Sportage is a stunner though it’s the first model completely penned by former Audi designer Peter Schreyer, and it shows. What a job he’s done! From every angle the Sportage looks great the front is purposeful with LED daytime running lights catching your eye, the side profile slopes with sashes and cuts in the right places and those alloy wheels, with black inserts, really are gorgeous.

The First Edition Sportage is available in just the one flavour: 2.0-litre CRDi with 4WD. That diesel unit is good for 134bhp and produces 320Nm of torque. It’s pretty clean too, emitting 156g/km and returning 47mpg

on the combined cycle.

On the road our test car did feel a little wheezy as the revs rose, but the low down grunt was impressive. It hits 60mph in 10.9 seconds with the manual gearbox and will go on to 112mph. That six-speed box is pretty decent compared to rivals, the Peugeot 3008’s shift is like stirring a bowl of soup in comparison with the Kia set-up precise and pleasantly notchy.

Steering is well weighted, but can feel a little devoid of feedback at motorway speeds. We’re not so keen on the pedals though they’re angled high and have a tendency to make your shin muscles ache.

Inside the quality of materials has come on leaps and bounds from Kias of old. The seats although a little short on thigh support are comfortable on long distance journeys, the controls for the stereo and dual zone climate control are easy to operate and the dash layout is fresh and clean.

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The First Edition comes with aux-in for your iPod, a USB slot for other MP3 players and there’s built-in Bluetooth for handsfree calling with voice command system. There’s even a reversing camera with screen built in to the rear-view mirror that works wonderfully.

On the road, it feels like a big car the driving position is pretty lofty, but despite this there’s surprisingly little room inside. The driving position is cosy and that sloping roof makes it feel like there’s little headroom.

It’s also a little on the loud side road roar from those big 18-inch alloys is quite high and we’re surprised it rides as hard as it does. You expect a 4x4 compact SUV like this to soak up the bumps more, but it’s actually quite jarring. Still the plus side is handling in the bends the Sportage doesn’t roll like rivals when pushed.

and 1.6-litre petrol both of which will be sub-140g/km cars and will cost under £17,000. Kia predicts the 1.7litre diesel will be the best seller.

Despite the price and our minor gripes, we really do like the Sportage it’ll sell on its looks alone and when the cheaper models arrive, buyers will snap them up.

Kia is determined to move the brand further away from its budget roots and closer towards the ‘reasonably-priced premium’ market. And with cars like this new Sportage, few would bet against it.

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Bearsden & Milngavie Directory: The Local Directory at the heart of the community

“I never knew so many businesses existed within the area.”

This remark has been made time and time again in relation to the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory.

Since April 2007 the Bishopbriggs Directory has gone from just an idea to firmly establishing itself as the magazine for the local area. Starting off with just 2000 copies, the directory has expanded over the 3 years to now cover 12,500 homes throughout Bearsden & Milngavie. Containing a mixture of editorials, adverts and articles, as well as local information and events, the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory regularly receives positive feedback from the residents and advertisers alike.

Truly Local Local residents like to support local businesses: local businesses need the support of local residents. The vast majority of our advertisers live, work or have connections within our distribution area. Many of these businesses don’t have a ‘shop front’ - they’re small independents who use a home office, and Bearsden & Milngaive Directory is one of the few affordable ways they can promote their business to a local audience.

By using them you are truly supporting your local community.

A sister directory covering Bishopbriggs Directory started in April 2006 which gives total coverage between the two directories of 25,000 homes

throughout East Dunbartonshire and surrounding areas.

Step Out of the Box… … and get noticed. Adverts are visible and never lost on a page, even if people are skim reading.

There are never more than four adverts on a page and there are limited advertisers within each business category, to ensure that no-one becomes “lost” in a long list of competitors.

Editorial features are available, if you want to tell readers about your business in more detail. We also offer leaflet drops along with the directory.

Shelf Life The Bearsden & Milngaive Directory has excellent shelf life, the relevance of the editorial and advertising content, as well as local information, means it is in constant use.

Residents keep it as a reference point until they get the next issue, thereby giving advertisers immediate access when their services are required. This is really important because although some people may require services immediately, most will not, but will subconsciously retain the names of adverts they find eye-catching and notice often. This is why repetitive advertising usually yields the best results: it keeps your name prominent and at the forefront of peoples minds.

If you think that advertising in either the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory or the Bishopbriggs Directory could benefit your company then please call either Scott or Natalie on 0141 945 4210.

To advertise call Scott or Natalie on 0141 945 4210 or email: info@sbdirectory.co.uk

What our advertisers say............

I have been advertising in the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory since June 2007 and find it to be the most cost effective advertising that I do.

We receive excellent feed back from our advertising and will continue to advertise in this publication and would recommend it to any new or established businesses who want more from the area.

William Burke, Guttermaster “Brilliant! We have seen a dramatic increase in business since advertising in the directories. They get delivered when they should and where they should, unlike some other “mags” that we have used in the past. The professional image the directory delivers benefits every existing or potential customers.

Noel Daly P & N Bathrooms I have been advertising in the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory since the first issue, people often refer to the directory and the work that I get easily covers the costs of advertising.

Keith Malley, Chips Away We found the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory one of the best forms of advertising we have tried. Many of our customers have came in and mentioned the discount that we run in the directory. It allows a local company to reach local customers in need of our services and we feel it has helped us establish ourselves as a new business in the area.

Our company, Sovereign Select Chauffeur Driven Cars, based in Kirkintilloch have been advertising in both the Bearsden & Milngavie and Bishopbriggs Directories since their creation and have found that it has greatly assisted in the steady growth of our business by its provision of q u a l i t y advertising and a l o c a l showcase for our quality Chauffeur Driven Cars.

Robert McKenzie Sovereign Select Chauffeur Driven Cars Last year we spent a large percentage of our advertising budget on well known publications such as Yellow Pages with mediocre results but in comparison, the budget spent on both the Bishopbriggs Directory and its sister publication, the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory proved invaluable - consistently producing more local enquires than any other of the larger nationwide publications. It remains our favourite way to generate valued local customers. There are many imitators of this style of local magazine advertising which have sprung up recently, but Scott and Natalie have the original formula that works with the publication and its results are underpinned with their professional creativity and good old fashioned but necessary hard work. I would look to advertise in any future publications they may create.

Iain Penman Penman Architectural Plans

Jim Johnston & Neil Ferguson Laptop & PC Doctor

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¬ All Work Guaranteed ¬ Competitive Quotes ¬ No Job Too Small ¬ Fully Insured

P All Building Work P Joinery P Slater & Plasterer P Paint Work P Roofs & Gutters P Garage Conversions P Driveways P Patios P Fencing P Ponds & Landscape Roof Coatings Kingfisher Kolourseal certified applicator

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KEEP A SHINE ON YOUR BLINDS ¶ All makes cleaned and repaired ¶ Blinds altered to fit new windows ¶ Over 25 years experience ¶ Fast reliable service ¶ FREE collection, delivery & fitting WE NOW SELL NEW BLINDS, SO WE NOW LOOK AFTER YOUR BLINDS LONG AFTER THE SALE

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Tel: 0141 416 0908 info@disk-demolition.co.uk

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GARTSHORE CONSTRUCTION Joiners & Builders

COMMERCIAL AND PRIVATE BUILDING CONTRACTORS

ŸExtensions ŸAttic Conversions ŸNew Builds ŸGarages ŸRefurbishments ŸConversions Paving Specialists Disabled Aid Contractors Property Maintenance Specialists

Tel: 0141 772 6500

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Rainbow Room International Bearsden Celebrate 2nd Anniversary Rainbow R o o m International , Bearsden celebrates its 2nd anniversary this month and would like to thank all of their clients for another amazing year.

The contemporary salon on Milngavie Road, opened its salon doors in September 2008 and has been Bearsden's premier hair destination ever since.

Due to client demand Coco, salon director, and her team have increased their opening hours and are now open until 8pm on a Thursday so the salon's busy clients can drop in for a colour refresh or a cut and style dry after work.

They have also secured free parking behind the salon so that your visit is as relaxed and stress free as possible.

Coco and her friendly team are always a step ahead of new trends so if you would like a new style or just a quick trim, they are always happy to help. The salon offers lots of luxury treatments and innovative products including the new permanent blow-dry, which gets rid of frizz and leaves hair smooth and silky for up to three months. Coco explains, “The permanent blow dry is perfect for those with frizzy hair who struggle to maintain it, or even for those with a busy lifestyle who do not have time to spend blow drying their hair every morning.”

So call the salon now on 0141 931 5000 or visit their website www.rainbowroominternational.com to make an appointment and take advantage of the £5 online booking discount.

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Torrevieja / Alicante 2 Bedroom Apartment for Rent

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Private balcony with lovely views Gated entry with communal swimming pool & pool attendant Prices Near the beautiful beaches of La Mata, Guardamar & Zenia from £125 Short Walking distance from the therapeutic Salt Lakes Per Week Great golf courses right at your doorstep

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3 Vertical or Roller Blinds from £99 Includes FREE FITTING FREE centre split or just replace slats from only 75p each

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ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN THE BIGGEST MAGAZINE THROUGHOUT EAST DUNBARTONSHIRE Over 120 companies can’t be wrong!

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MI Print Personalised gifts for any occasion at competitive prices

Personalised hoodies, t-shirts, vest tops & workwear Mugs, coasters, keyrings, door hangers, personalised clocks, purses, bags, desk signs, baby car shades, fridge magnets, mouse mats etc

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0141 772 6764

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Opening Times Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm

Call Michelle or Isobel for friendly advice on:

07762 160 775 / 07505 000 751

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PAYING TOO MUCH FOR YOUR PRINTING? A6 POSTCARDS - FULL COLOUR 300 gsm 5000 Double Side 10000 Double Side

£115 £220

A5 FLYERS - FULL COLOUR 130 gsm 5000 Single Side Double Side 10000 Single Side Double Side

£110 £115 £210 £225 Please call for other quantities

BUSINESS CARDS MATT LAMINATED DOUBLE SIDE 400 gsm 500 1000 2000 5000

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Roofing & Building Services

Luxury Wedding Car Specialists

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Slating, Tiling, Flat Roofs, Roughcasting, Chimney Work, Roof Cleaning, Colour Coatings Exterior Painting All work is carried out by qualified tradesmen and backed with a full written guarantee.

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ADD GLASS SIDES TO YOUR CANOPY From £75 per side

Ÿ Porches from £1500

Loft Conversions Ÿ Double Glazing

Ÿ French Doors Ÿ Window Repairs Ÿ Misted Unit Repairs All types of Internal Joinery Work Roof Repairs, UPVC Gutters & Roofline Facias Call Peter Today for an Estimate on: 0141 557 2675 or 0774 898 3559 To advertise call Scott or Natalie on 0141 945 4210 or email: info@sbdirectory.co.uk

THE FISH STOP CELEBRATE 5 YEARS OF TRADING ensure maximum heat and freshness when it reaches your doorstep. Why not try a fresh oven baked pizza made with fresh dough to complement your fish supper?

The Fish Stop is an award winning fish and chip shop situated in Baljaffray, Bearsden; run by husband and wife team John and Joyce. Since their establishment in 2005 they have built up a reputation for quality fish and chips and have establish themselves as the favourite chippie amongst Bearsden, Milngavie & other nearby local residents.

Since opening in 2005 they have been awarded by Seafish three Top 5 shop awards in 2006, 2008 & 2009. It recognizes the high standards that they have set for themselves and the hard work that put in. They are also holders of the coveted Seafish Friers Quality award for 2005-2008

On July 4 the fish stop celebrated 5 years of trading. This year is also the 150 year birthday of the humble fish and chip. The Fish Stop launched its full Gluten and Wheat Free menu on Sunday, 6th June 2010. After this, the full menu is available every Sunday and Monday evening unlike other chip shops that have their full menu only on certain Saturdays of the month.

However gluten free fish & chips will only be available on certain Saturday’s of the month.

For the full menu and special offers visit their website. www.thefishstop.co.uk enquiry@thefishstop.co.uk

(Shop owner John)

For their fish suppers, they use the freshest & sweetest Haddock caught by Scottish fishermen in the North Sea off the east coast of Scotland using sustainable fishing practices.

John goes on to say “We don't believe that fast food should compromise on quality, freshness and healthiness. We only use quality products from reputable suppliers and take every possible opportunity to make things fresh and in-house. We have always had a policy of fry to order when you order thus you can always be assured of pan fresh fish. All our frying is done in 100% vegetable fat/oil for a healthier and lighter fry when compared to animal fats such as beef dripping used by some of our competition. Soggy & greasy chips is synonymous with bad chippies but you won’t find this at The Fish Stop - guaranteed!!.

The Fish Stop are continually looking to improve themselves. Since taking over from Deeney’s in Jul 2005 They have made improvements to the shop interior, packaging, menu and most importantly the quality of food produced. The packaging has been designed to keep foods hot and reduce condensation, so that it arrives at its destination still hot and crispy. Home deliveries were introduced and are carried in nylon insulating bags to Don’t forget to say you saw their advert in the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory

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HYPNOTHERAPY When you think of hypnosis, what do you imagine? A staged show where people are encouraged to act like chickens or a mysterious, watch-swinging person exerting some kind of mind-control over you?

Many people are surprised to learn that hypnosis is not a great mystery. Nor is it involuntary mind control.

Instead, it’s a powerful and medically recognised tool that enables you to reach a state of deep relaxation and intense focus. Once hypnotised your conscious, logical mind recedes and your subconscious mind comes to the fore. The conscious mind’s rational pathways can then be bypassed and suggestions made to the subconscious are more readily accepted. Your logical mind is still active and will reject any suggestions you would find immoral, unethical, or otherwise unacceptable.

and other addictions.

So, what to expect in a hypnotherapy session?

Clinical hypnotherapist Andrea tenBroek explains; the first appointment is to ascertain the specific problem to be tackled and how best to go about it.

There may be some questions to get a sense of how your mind works, for example, when you imagine something, do you actually “see” it or do you perceive it in a different way? This gives the therapist an insight into how to proceed with your treatment.

Then you and the hypnotherapist go over exactly what issues you are looking to address, and this is also where you will learn more about the hypnotic process. For instance, some people believe they cannot be hypnotised. The truth is that just about anyone who is receptive to hypnosis can be hypnotised.

Hypnotherapy is an ideal way to combat such problems as phobias and insomnia. Other confirmed successes are solving anger management problems, weight loss assistance, overcoming examination nerves as well as stopping smoking To advertise call Scott or Natalie on 0141 945 4210 or email: info@sbdirectory.co.uk

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If you have ever become lost in a good book or felt the outside world fall away when you were absorbed in a movie, you have already experienced a trance state. Hypnosis is just another form of this. The hypnotist uses this time to build rapport with the client, and to set expectations about what is likely to happen.

Then comes the actual induction into the hypnotic state. Hypnotists can use a variety of tools to help clients achieve a hypnotic state, including visualisation. Methods between therapists and what would suit you, the client, depending on the results of the previous interviews.

remember all the details. The therapist may then give you affirmations or further exercises to do yourself in order to effect a quicker, more complete result.

You both need to work together and truly wish to recover - hypnotherapy isn’t a miracle cure-all; to change your life you have to help it along too.

Hypnotherapy is actually available on the NHS, so your GP surgery should have a list of qualified practitioners and your doctor can refer you to one if necessary.

Once you have reached the trance, suggestions are used to help you overcome your problem. Many hypnotherapists believe that the easiest part of the session is getting a client into a trance. The real art comes with the “patter” the suggestions that are made once a client has entered a trance.

Once the session is over, you are brought gently back to your normal conscious state and will

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Index of Advertisers Advertising: B & M Directory Aerials & Satellites: SK Aerials Aerials & Satellites: SAS Aerials Anti Wrincle Injections: Architectural Plans: Penman Audio Visual: Gwavtech Bathrooms: P & N Bathrooms Blinds: Apollo Blinds Blinds: Eastend Window Blinds Blind Cleaning: Klean Kwik Blinds Blinds: Blind Cleaning Services Builder: Gartshore Construction Builder: Kenmure Joiners & Builders Builder: 1st Call Builder Café: Precinct 11 Café Cakes: HB Cakes Car Body Repairs: Chips Away Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning: Safeclean Children’s Tuition: Kip McGrath Childrens Activities: The Ceramic Experience Childrens Activities: Enjoy A Ball Computer Maintenance: Colins Computers Computer Maintenance: Laptop & PC Doctor Computer Services: Disk Demolition Dog Walking: Lead On Driving School: Round The Bend Electrician: A & A Electrics Ltd Electrician: Bain Electrical Services Electrician: Lee & Christie Property Solutions Flooring: Woody’s Florist: Bindi Blooms Foot Clinic: Jacqueline Morton Kitchen & Bathrooms: 1st Choice Trades Garage; Audi Technik Centre Garage Doors: The Garage Door Company Golf Range: Bearsden Golf Range/Esporta Handyman: Paul’s DIY Services Hairdressing: Gillian Copeland Hairdressing: Julie Fell Hairdressing: Rainbow Room Home Improvements: PSHI Holiday Homes: Torrevieja Interior Design: Signature Interiors Ironing: I.P Ironing Jewellery: Sparklyn Joiner: Andrew McCulloch Landscaping: Absolute Landscaping Laundry: Milngavie Laundry Services Minibus Hire: Minibus Travel Media Services: Cue and Review Monoblocking: GBM Scotland

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Painter/Decorator: Brian Flanigan Painter/Decorator: S.Harper Painter/Decorator: A.C.Decor Printing (Personalised) MI Print Photographer: Trevor Graham Plasterer: Ian McHale Plumber: Bearsden Plumbing Plumber: LR Plumbing Printing: SB Print Property Maintenance: RMG Recording Studio: Popstars Restaurant: Meitai Roofing Services: A.R.B Roofing: Froscote Roofing Roofing: Guttermaster Stone Restoration: T&G Stoneplast Take Away: The Fish Stop Tanning: Dial A Tan Tiler: Classic Ceramics Waste Disposal: General Junk Waste Disposal: Binz Wedding Cars: Sovereign Select Welding: DC Fabrications

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Mob: 07961 877 278

Web: www.architectural-plans.biz Email: info@penman-architectural-plans.com Don’t forget to say you saw their advert in the Bearsden & Milngavie Directory

P & N BATHROOMS ESTABLISHED 1988

SALES DESIGN INSTALLATION

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9.30am - 5pm, Sat 10.30am - 5pm

ü Complete Design Service ü Supply & Installation ü Quality Bathroom Suites ü Wetroom Specialists ü Whirlpool Systems ü Showers & Cubicles ü Ceramic, Porcelain, & Travertine Tiles

WINTER SPECIALS Quadrant Shower Enclosure Was £669 NOW £299 (900 x 900mm including Stone Tray & Waste)

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CALL NOW ON 0141 772 8085 For a FREE Design Survey or visit us at 38/40 Kirkintilloch Rd, Bishopbriggs G64 2AL W: www.pandnbathrooms.co.uk

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