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What a fabulous start to spring and summer this year, even with the odd snow shower! What was that all about? But fear not loyal readers - even if the skies are grey there’s plenty of light and colour in this issue with our introduction to the rapidly growing pastime of adult colouring books. We also explore the character traits associated with the colour of your front door. We’ve got top tips on how to look your best in your summer holiday snaps and fun ideas for keeping the kids occupied throughout the coming months that don’t involve a tV. With longer days ahead now is the perfect time to make those all important home improvements and we’ve got a whole section dedicated to kitchens, bathrooms and seaside style. Why not take a journey through history at portsmouth’s Historic dockyard while school’s are out and learn all about our maritime heritage, or burn off some steam in the ninja Force assault course, at Action station’s latest attraction. Book the babysitter and reserve your table at the spinnaker towers’ sky dining experience with celebrity chef, stephanie Moon, as she carefully prepares a seven course meal 100 metres up. Whatever you find yourself doing this spring and summer, remember to have fun and make the most of everything on offer across the region.
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what’s inside… 08 new national curriculum
28 raise the sails
10 …do stuff with the kids
30 what the colour of your front
12 picture perfect 14 love lavender
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16 benefits of colouring books
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20 keeping self motivated
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“Why don’t you, why don’t you… just switch off your television set and go out and do something less boring instead?”
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do stuff with the kids That’s how the theme from the mid 1980s tV show “Why Don’t You?” went. And if you’re old enough to remember that you probably only ever had a bike to play on… no helmet, no lights, no curfew - things our now bubblewrapped kids would find shocking. These days our children are busy running from one organised, highly insured club to another: trampolining, street dancing, parcouring, cheerleading and what’s next hot air ballooning, paragliding, 10
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mountaineering? in 2013 more than 30% of uk households had both parents working full time. Maybe we’re trying to compensate for the fact that more of our children than ever are in breakfast and after school clubs?
ticket to see the latest film at any cinema now costs around £37 not to mention the popcorn, sweets, drinks and parking.
But, the best things in life are free. Have we forgotten about all of the simple, side-splittingly hilarious so when we do get that elusive and things we can do without spending essential family bonding time, how any money at all and without staring best to get to know these amazing at a single screen? shame on us! little people we’ve created without time to strip it back to basics and breaking the bank? Entertaining children can clean out your wallet with revive some timeless good oldone trip to the cinema! A family of four fashioned and FrEE fun…
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Apply a matte bronzer a shade or two darker than your natural skin tone along hairline, jawline and the hollows of your cheeks to add definition to your face.
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Before the picture is taken, tilting your head towards the ceiling will stretch the skin folds under your chin, be quick as they will only disappear for a moment.
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Eyebrow trick The shape of your face can determine which eyebrow angle works best for you. Angled eyebrows pair well with round and oval faces, a soft brow arch looks best on a heart-shaped faces, and a round brow helps soften the angles of a square face. groom your brows to suit your face so that every picture looks perfect.
Lemon trick to appear more graceful and tall imagine you’re squeezing a lemon between your shoulders to square off and help lift your torso.
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If you’ve been living under a rock, you may have missed the new craze which has seized the nation of late. It’s strictly for grown ups. It has a top shelf selection in some newsagents and its own special adult section in bookshops. It’s best done somewhere quiet and alone. You can do it any time of day or night. It’s highly addictive. One in seven of us are now doing it in our lunch breaks. We’re talking, of course, about adult colouring.
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It’s not cheap, but it’s priceless
Just as the popularity of quaffing prosecco caused a shortage scare last year, the resurgence of colouring as a therapeutic pastime for grown-ups is now setting off a global panic in the pencil industry. Waterstones reported a 300% rise in sales of colouring books in just one year. right now, in a Bavarian forest warehouse, FaberCastell, the world’s leading manufacturers, are running extra shifts to deal with the double digit demand for pencils. And we grown ups are hardcore colourers, using up to 120 different shades of pencil per pack. if you haven’t bought yours yet, best sharpen up and get out there!
We’re buying these books by the dozen, the top selling book at Christmas 2015 being the Harry potter Colouring Book. i bought one for my mother-in-law, from the grandkids, and picked up a nice pack of coloured pens strategically placed next to the adult colouring section in WH smith. “That’s twenty something extortionate pounds, please” i heard the cashier say. not a cheap hobby for grown ups it seems but in terms of time out in peace and quiet with number One – adult colouring is priceless.
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Colouring Crew you don’t have to colour alone! This is a group activity you can do anywhere, any time with friends and family. Whether you’re potty about potter or you prefer undersea enchanted gardens there’s bound to be a book to set you shading and scribbling like you’re eight years old again.
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Shade your way to happiness Whatever modern angst you’re suffering from, there’s an adult colouring book to soothe the savage beast. Feeling anxious? turn to AntiStress Art Therapy for Busy People. touch of insomnia? salvation lies within The Can’t Sleep Colouring Book: Creative Colouring for Grown-ups. settle your mind and unwind in a world of underwater wonder, secret enchanted gardens, fluff y cats and flowers.
Extreme Colouring Those who dare can really ramp up the adrenaline and put their pencils to work on Animorphia: An Extreme Colouring and Search Challenge or Megamunden’s Tattoo Colouring Book packed with stunning illustrations celebrating the art of all things ink. specially drawn designs range from traditional motifs – hearts, sailors, girls, skulls, roses – to more elaborate compositions with a contemporary edge. great inspiration for your next work of body art!
Don’t save it for a rainy day! grannies and grandchildren alike can be seen colouring-in like mad everywhere these days. They’re at it en masse in al fresco frenzies down the park, the seafront, cafés, bus stops. Even the local libraries are getting involved, hosting colouring classes. not since the knitting revival launched stitch & Bitch coffee mornings have we seen such a resurgence of interest in what, sadly for so many of us, has become a lost art.
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How did you become involved with the Spinnaker tower?
I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the Spinnaker team previously, and I was invited to cook. Knowing Portsmouth having been here before I jumped straight in. It’s an awesome place. tell us about your up-bringing …
I grew up on my parents hill farm producing dairy and meat – It was a tough life, but a good life. I drove my first tractor at 13 and lambed a sheep on my own at age 9, it was a fantastic experience. What did you grow up eating?
Food as girl growing up was just good wholesome farm fodder. Meat, veg and pudding. My mum was a great cook, but as a journalist by trade she wasn’t a natural in the kitchen. I think that’s why I got more involved in cooking. When did you learn to cook?
I learned to cook at around age 12, I think the first thing I made we’re some buns or a cake – something like that.
You’ve worked in some of the finest hotels in the world - which sounds glamorous, have you ever had the chance to enjoy the glamour?
Very much so, in as a much as we had some amazing guests. We had Michael Jackson stay, and Barbra Streisand. One day I was working in the kitchen and who walked past? Cher and four body guards coming in the back entrance to the hotel. Once when I worked overnight – years ago there was an awful storm in London – I was given the penthouse of the Dorchester because there were no other rooms. I never heard a thing and woke up to fallen trees and the calm after the storm. I thought that was glamorous. talk to us about bbc’s Great British Menu, how did you become involved in that?
First of all, you’re asked to be involved in The ‘Great British Menu’, you don’t apply, so it’s an enormous privilege, and it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. It’s extremely demanding. There’s a lot of strong competition. Who has been your greatest rival?
Oh very much so. I was there three years. One of the three I’d rather forget, but the other What is your favourite cuisine? two I did well so I was really happy. My biggest I love fish and game. Regional food. In Portsmouth rival was a guy called Colin McGurran. He got a the seafood is awesome, in Yorkshire it’s lamb, dish in the banquet two years in a row. I was so I like to eat what’s good where ever I am. just amazed to be there. You trained at the Dorchester, a Michelin Star restaurant in london, what was the most important lesson you learned under head chef anton Mosimann?
I learned to be exact and have standards. When you work somewhere like that people are paying hundreds of pounds per night, and you learn to give guests what they want. Who do you look up to in the industry now?
People like Daniel Clifford, Tom Aikens, Tom Kerridge – what a guy – those chefs are amazing. You’ve traveled the world with your career. What’s been the most enriching experience?
I would say from a world stage, working in Australia. When I went out there I had no expectations. It was great work for a chef, you only worked eight hours a day which for a chef is like half a day! I had a great experience, it was good weather, I learned to scuba dive with sharks, I climbed ayers rock, I did some nuts stuff, but it was also a great place to be chef.
Who do you look up to?
I look up to young chefs who are really pushing themselves. Those who look after their team, no matter where you are. Too many chefs are about their egos, and not about the food these days. Would you like to see yourself more in the public eye? Your own tV show or presenting a cooking program?
What will be will be. I don’t believe TV or cookbooks are the measure of success, but If it comes along that would be great. Where are you most at home? in the classroom, on tV or in the kitchen?
In the Kitchen every time. What was your most prestigious award?
The gold medal in the Salon Culinaire, an award for teaching young chefs or a bronze medal in Yorkshire Chef Of The Year. Everyone loves a takeaway, what’s your favourite?
It’s gotta be Fish and chips!
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Be sure to keep your energy up throughout the day. This can be done by taking a short break whenever you feel a little lacklustre. Whether it’s just a quick walk to get your blood circulation going or topping up that third cup of coffee. it’s important to step away from the desk every now and again, especially if you’re glued to a computer screen all day long. Better still, why not head out to your local coffee shop and get some fresh air. A little human interaction will help re-energise you before getting back to work.
Whether you’re self-employed, work from home or the sole member of a department, keeping yourself motivated everyday can often be an Don’t skip lunch up hill struggle. Without the it’s tough to concentrate when you’re hungry. Make sure hustle and bustle of an office you set aside adequate time for a proper lunch, especially you’re one of those people who always seems to skip environment or the support of ifbreakfast. remember, you’re not just feeding the body, your colleagues, it can be easy you’re feeding the brain! Whenever you skip a meal your to lose your mojo. Here’s a few blood sugar level drops causing you to become tired and sluggish, thus affecting your work. Cereal bars, fruit, and things you can do to help get protein shakes are handy snacks you can keep in a draw yourself back on track. for a pick me up any time of the day. 20
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Stick to a routine Being your own boss or working from home has many benefits. But if you find yourself unable to stay motivated, having a routine can help with your daily production. try sticking to a regular nine to five work schedule, giving yourself an hour or so for lunch. And even though it’s easy to get side-tracked when you know the boss isn’t going to catch you out, make sure all those distractions like Facebook, twitter, smart phones and tV’s are strictly an after-hours affair.
Tune in to avoid tuning out Music can be a great motivator. Having the radio on in the background can fill that dreaded silence of working alone and keep you engaged with what you’re doing. it’s also important to feel connected to the world if you’re shut away in your office or home all day long. Having a favourite radio station playing can give you that communal feeling while you work.
Make a list A great way to start each morning is by making a check list of goals you want to accomplish that day and going through them one by one. Being able to see exactly what you’ve done is a good way of staying motivated and ending the day on a high. This will keep your enthusiasm up heading into tomorrow.
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A standing desk position promotes circulation which is really important for maintaining good physical health. not only does circulation encourage more awareness, but it also promotes working efficiency while fighting off the threat of potential blood clots which could lead to heart attacks or heart disease. standing desks also reduce the risk of diabetes, lowers blood pressure and burns up to an additional 50 calories per hour. Even those who exercise regularly still aren’t always getting their blood pumping
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With iconic ships and world-class attractions, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a fantastic day out for all ages, offering a unique experience which spans 800 years of British naval history. Situated within a working naval base, the Historic Dockyard is the only place in the world to see the Royal Navy’s past, present and future - a must see for anyone visiting the south of England.
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new for 2016, visitors will get to experience the world famous HMs Victory in a completely new way. For the first time ever, people will get to stand on the poop deck and walk around nelson’s great Cabin. Visitors will get to see Victory through nelson’s eyes throughout the new experience, with his fl agship presented as she was in her georgian heyday. They can soak up the atmosphere as the ship and her crew get ready for the Battle of trafalgar, see where sailors and officers ate and slept, and fully feel the drama and impact of the day that changed history forever. Myths about Victory and nelson, believed for years, will also be exploded. some of those myths being shattered include where nelson slept. For example, did you know nelson didn’t actually sleep in a cot, and the drapes weren’t actually sewn by Lady Hamilton as previously believed? did you also know that the diet onboard was vastly improved by the regular delivery of up to 50 live bullock at any one time? Weevils in biscuits were far less common than popularly suggested and if found in food, the food was not issued and condemned. new and untold stories of nelson’s fl agship can be seen in the Victory gallery, which is based in the museum building just opposite Victory. it tells the story about Victory as an object and historical artefact. pOrtsMOutH HistOriC dOCkyArd’s AnnuAL ALL AttrACtiOn tiCkEt inCLudEs Entry tO tHE MAry rOsE (rE-OpEning suMMEr 2016), HMs WArriOr 1860, HMs ViCtOry, HMs M.33, tHE nAtiOnAL MusEuM OF tHE rOyAL nAVy pOrtsM OutH And ACtiOn stAtiOns. ALsO inCLudEd is AdMissiOn tO Our OFF-sitE AttrACtiOns, inCLuding ExpLOsiOn MusEuM OF nAVAL FirEpOWEr (gOspOrt), tHE rOyAL nAVy suBMArinE MusEuM And HMs ALLiAnCE (gOspOrt) And tHE rOyAL MArinEs MusEuM (EAstnEy). pLus A COMpLiMEntAry WAtErBus tO tHE gOspOrt AttrACtiOns And A 45-MinutE HArBOur tOur.
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the ship and ongoing public access for her 300,000 annual visitors. At the same time, it will open up access to their unique archive creating a new valuable learning resource. in addition to this major project, in 2017 HMs Warrior will go into dry dock for cleaning and other vital improvements.
2016 marks an incredibly important year for the team behind HMs Warrior as they embark on their first major fundraising appeal in over ten years. Revealing the Secrets of Shipwrights and Sailors will deliver essential repairs safeguarding both
Last years incredible support from the Heritage Lottery Fund boosted fundraising and meant that £3.7 million of the £5.2 million urgently needed was raised, but there is still some way to go and they can’t do it on their own.
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When it comes to curb appeal, it’s all about the first impression There are few things quite as pleasing as Red front door Orange front door decorating your brand new home. It’s what red is the colour of passion. Orange is the colour of warmth. it’s an expression makes a new house feel like yours by it’s vibrant, lively and of energy, happiness and reflecting your taste and your personality. exciting and so too is the However, we all know that it’s the first impression that often counts the most, so forget your beautifully decorated interiors with carefully chosen furniture, because it could well be the colour of your front door that reveals most about you.
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person behind the door. people who choose to paint their front door red are often some of the most welcoming and hospitable souls, delighting in entertaining and having guests. This explains why traditionally red has represented a hospitable home. A red door says ‘welcome’ and it means it.
confidence. A blend of the primary colours red and yellow it represents a mixture of the qualities associated to each; the happiness of yellow and the boldness of red. people who paint their front door orange are often social butterflies. They love to entertain and certainly don’t shy away from the challenge of playing host.
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Yellow front door yellow is the colour of logic. it represents the left side of the brain responsible for critical thinking and original thought. As the lightest colour in the spectrum it also inspires feelings of cheerfulness, fun and positivity. The person living behind a yellow door is going to be both logical and lively with lots of vitality for life. Their positive attitude gives them the “get up and go� attitude.
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green is the colour of health and wealth. it’s tranquil and traditional. With the combined power of representing health and wealth, the individuals living behind the green door are often successful and ambitious. They value the well-being of their family as well as working hard and self-improvement.
pink is the colour of love. A mix of red and white it blends the qualities of these two colours. The passion and boldness of red is softened by the purity of white making it romantic, loving and thoughtful.
grey is the colour of contentment. it’s calm, practical and reserved. Being a mix between black and white, grey can also be considered the colour of indecision and even indifference. The person who has a grey front door will be looking for a quiet life.
Blue front door Blue is the colour of peace. it’s calming, relaxing and honest. The sound of the sea breeze and the ocean waves have often been used as examples of peace and relaxation, so it’s no wonder that blue represents these qualities. someone who chooses to paint their door blue will value the peace and tranquillity it brings and will view their home as a place of refuge from the pressures of the outside world. They will also be grounded, honest and true to themselves.
Purple front door purple means extravagance. it reflects wealth, fantasy and risk. it’s no surprise then, that the person who picks purple is more than comfortable taking a risk or two. They will also enjoy the finer things in life, indulging in treats and pleasures where ever they can. More than that though, the person behind the purple door will dream big and even consider themselves free spirited.
As you may well guess then, the person living behind a pink door is the neighbourhood’s hopeless romantic! They will make a good partner and a great friend thanks to their caring nature and thoughtfulness.
They don’t like to stand out too much and are happy making the compromises often demanded by modern life, to ensure stability and balance in their lives.
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White front door
Brown is the colour of earth. it’s warm, stable and organic. Whether painted brown or natural wood, the person behind this door will share the same characteristics as the colour. They will be grounded, down to earth, warm and friendly.
White is the colour of perfection. it represents wholeness, equality and perhaps surprisingly, creativity. White is the sum
However, should the shade of brown be on the darker side of the spectrum then it could reflect a more private soul, looking to avoid too much interaction with the outside world.
Black front door Black is the colour of sophistication. it’s classic, authoritative and stylish. paining your front door black makes a bold statement. it tells the world your home is a place of order and control. That means the person living behind the black front door is likely to have a place for everything and everything in its place. They are a strong, sophisticated person of substance and style.
of all colours in equal measures and that’s why it has connotations of wholeness and equality. Like the colour, the person living behind the white door will be someone who is very fair. They will be open to all sides of an argument, carefully balancing each side to arrive at a fair resolution. They are also likely to be highly imaginative, able to fill the blankness of white with ideas and creativity.
Glass front door Like the material itself, the person behind the glass door has nothing to hide. They’re friendly, outgoing and open. so, does your front door suit you or will you be making a change?
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easy ways to
reduce your salt intake WrittEn By craig SHElDon
In an age of the health obsessed and body conscious, most of us tend to only focus on what the scales say, losing sight of what’s going on inside our bodies. Salt is one of the main offenders to our health that often gets overlooked. With a recommended daily adult intake of roughly 6g, It’s important to know exactly how much salt we’re getting in our diet and more importantly, how to reduce it. 42
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Avoid salt heavy groceries it’s easy to think of salt mainly as a seasoning that we grind over our meals once they sit all plated up and ready to devour. But those pasta sauces, cured meats and fish that we stock up on at the weekend are all packed with salt. Having a little knowledge about which foods contain more salt than advised will go a long way to reducing the risks associated with it. if raised blood pressure and increased chances of heart disease and stroke don’t sound like a fun time to you, it might pay to check the labels next time you’re doing the weekly shop. try opting for less processed foods and swapping out some of your favourite sauces and spreads with a less salty option. When cooking pasta, choose a fresh tomato sauce instead of a cheesy one, especially those with added ham or bacon pieces. go for a vegetarian or plain cheese pizza instead of a meat feast which all contain added salt. Having to read the labels on all the items you buy may sound a bit over the top, but eventually you’ll get a sense for all the foods rich in salt and know which areas you need to cut down on.
The trouble with takeaway We all love a take-away from time to time, but it isn’t just the calories we need to watch out for. There’s a reason they taste as good as they do and one of those reasons is the amount of salt they use. pizza is full of the stuff. The dough, toppings, cheeses and sauces all contain salt, so be cautious about what you order. And if you do go all out, try ordering a smaller size. When having an indian or Chinese, take the plain rice over any fancy pilau or egg fried which both contain added salt. Better yet, save some money and cook your own rice at home.
Cook fresh One of the easiest ways to control the amount of salt in your diet is to cook more from scratch. now for those of you with busy work schedules and little time to create a culinary masterpiece every night, try cooking a homemade meal just one more night a week and notice the difference, not just with your health but the way you feel. Always taste your food as it’s cooking to avoid adding too much salt and wherever possible substitute salt for other seasonings, like herbs, chilli powder or black pepper. Also take note of ready made stock cubes which are very high in salt. sometimes half a stock cube is more than enough to make your dish really pop.
Systematic Kinesiology is virtually unknown in this country, it’s not even in the dictionary! if your digestion system isn’t functioning properly then everything else in the body will struggle. improving digestion can have a dramatic impact on your wellbeing. One of the biggest issues many people have is an ileo-cecal valve malfunction. The ileo-cecal valve is positioned in between your belly button and your right hip bone. if you have pain there its likely your iCV isn’t working properly. This valve is the connection between the small intestine and the large intestine, it acts like a doorway, opening when waste is ready to enter the large intestine, closing when it’s done.
can a malfunctioning ileo-cecal valve cause iBs? WrittEn By laura knoWlES & clairE SnoWDon-Darling
if we’re stressed or eating the wrong food, this doorway can get stuck closed or remain open resulting in the small intestine reabsorbing the waste that should be in the large intestine. Th is can result in a multitude of symptoms – exhaustion, joint pain, wind, bloating, constipation, iBs, Crohns disease, bad breath, hormonal imbalances, shoulder pain, pelvic pain, back pain, tinnitus, headaches, bad skin, the list is endless. seeing a kinesiologist could help with a number of different techniques.
Muscle testing can identify exactly what each needs repair. Each of us are unique and require different support. Herbs, vitamins, minerals, fibre and proteins strengthen the bowel. Food sensitivity testing is also used to see which foods are weakening and which foods will support the digestion, in order to create a tailored diet plan. Acupuncture points and physical massage techniques can also be used for correcting the valve itself. Here are three tips for supporting your digestion. 44
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Water water water dehydration is responsible for many digestive problems. 14% of our water intake is needed by the large intestine to help with stool formation.
Up your fibre We need 35-50 grams of steamed vegetables and wholegrain fibre a day. not wheat. Because of the way modern wheat is processed it scratches the bowel, depletes the body of nutrients and the high gluten sticks to the lining making it difficult to excrete. if the iCV isn’t working properly it will struggle with raw foods. if you find fruit bloats you out or your symptoms worsen, your iCV could be the cause.
Essential oils Medically there has been research into the anti infl ammatory properties of Omega 3 oils. This is unsurprising, the clue is in the name – essential fatty acids. research undertaken showed that when taken at the correct dose
(1-2g a day) infl ammation was reduced. Omega oils include fl axseed, hemp or olive in their rawest form. Oils act like lube in the bowel and keeps everything moving. i’ll stop there.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome people with iBs need 40% more protein than other people, this is because the body struggles to absorb when it’s in crisis. The protein needs to be in an easily absorbable form. non-whey protein shakes such as organic soya protein are great.
Emotion All of the above are really useful for good bowel health but the area
that gets really overlooked is emotional causes. it’s common for us to ‘gut react’ to a situation. deep belly breathing can really help in a stressful situation as can Bach Flower remedies, taking time out or a hot bath. iBs and digestive pain doesn’t have to be a life sentence, there’s so much that can be done. The suggestions here can really help but to get to the root cause quickly we would strongly recommend seeing a kinesiologist. Just be prepared for the poo conversation! iF yOu WOuLd LikE tO disCuss An iCV prOBLEM And WHEtHEr kinEsiOLOgy CAn HELp COntACt LAurA knOWLEs, digEstiVE ExpErt At BALAnCEd WELLnEss. balancEDWEllnESS.co.uk
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Ocean Breeze Care Home has been open since January 2015 primarily supporting residents with dementia. situated close to the beach, residents enjoy being taken to see the outstanding views. Featuring 22 tastefully decorated en suite rooms. Capacity for 23 residents with a double room either on the ground or first floor with most downstairs rooms having patio doors leading to their own private patio area. 46
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A number of new additions to their team including debi phelanBainbridge, Acting Manager. debi has a wealth of experience gained from many years in the Care sector. she has a passion for dementia having worked with both the Alzheimers society and the nHs on a department of Health project identifying undiagnosed people with dementia in the local community. debi recognises that there is a huge gap between being given a diagnosis of dementia and moving into care and is hoping to
bridge that gap by starting memory cafes, singing for the Brain and Carers groups utilising their large Activities room, where people with dementia their families and Carers can come for an informative session. she will also be providing up to date information on local services available and where to get further assistance forging links with Bournemouth university dementia institute, the Alzheimers society and local Health Authorities. pLEAsE FEEL FrEE tO Visit Or CALL tO spEAk tO dEBi Or tOni tO BE inFOrMEd WHEn tHEsE sEssiOns WiLL BE stArting.
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Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession promoting wellness, mobility and independence in its patients. Whatever the problem, be it physical injury, illness or disease, physiotherapy helps encourage and facilitate recovery on a person to person basis. Physiotherapists help patients to maintain movement and function throughout and after sickness or surgery.
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physiotherapy? WHat pHYSiotHErapiStS Do physiotherapists conduct a comprehensive physical assessment of every patient, considering the body as a whole, rather than the specific aspects of an injury or illness. They use a wide range of techniques working with people of all ages to regain as much of the body’s mobility and function as possible. some of the main approaches covered by physiotherapists include:
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day to day activities. They will inform the patient about injury prevention techniques, such as how to maintain proper posture, and the correct ways to lift and carry heavier items without inflicting damage. They can also advise on pain management, where certain home remedies, like heat or ice applications may be beneficial.
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physiotherapists can give patients general advice on problems that may affect our
As a new patient, the physiotherapist will ask a series of questions relating to the injury
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or illness. They will also learn about the patient, finding out a little about their background, hobbies and what their job entails so as to understand exactly what level the patient needs to get back to in order to resume their normal day to day activities. Once an assessment has taken place, the physiotherapist can then advise on what course of treatment is best to improve and enhance recovery. This may include specific exercises intended to alleviate pain in the affected area, or help strengthen different parts of the body.
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Manual therapy in manual therapy a physiotherapist will use their hands, applying certain massage techniques to help relieve pain and stiffness in joints. soft tissue manipulation may be used to relax and loosen any of the muscles affected by injury or illness. in certain situations, specialised treatment like acupuncture may be used. Other specialised forms of therapy include hydrotherapy and aquatic therapy, both of which aid mobility and movement in a patient with as little stress on the joints as possible. WHY pHYSiotHErapY? physiotherapy is a degreebased healthcare profession, requiring years of training to qualify as a practitioner. Throughout their training,
physiotherapists study a wide range of conditions, affecting various different systems within the body. These include:
Neurological This deals with disorders involving the brain, spine and nervous system. Many patients seek physio treatment to help with neurological diseases such as Multiple sclerosis, parkinson’s disease and stroke. physiotherapy is key in these situations, helping regain the mobility often lost after suffering from these conditions.
Neuromusculoskeletal This is the area that deals with joint and muscular problems. physiotherapists will often advise and treat a patient for back pain, whiplash, sport related injuries and arthritis, where pain management is a large factor.
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Cardiovascular Th is covers any heart related conditions like Heart disease and aiding with rehabilitation after a heart attack.
Respiratory physiotherapists can help assess and treat anyone suffering from disorders of the respiratory system which affects the lungs and breathing. These issues include Asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cystic fibrosis. physiotherapists can go on to work and specialise in a variety of sectors within health and social care. Many physiotherapists work within different departments of the nHs, while others go on to private practise or specialise in sports care or paediatrics.
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