Recent Articles in Healthy parents

Keeping yourself hydrated
Sep 12, 2016

We all know that keeping hydrated is vital for good health; every cell, tissue and organ needs water. If you’re struggling to reach your recommended (by the NHS) six to eight glasses of water a day, combine drinking water with eating your way to boosted hydration, writes nutritionist Shona Wilkinson. 

 

 

Mumanu Massage Balms
Aug 29, 2016

New to our review team, Naomi Mckeri has been trying out Mumanu Organic and Fairtrade Massage Balms.

Ultrasun: five new additions to the range
Jun 14, 2016

We recommend Ultrasun protection for all the family and now there are five new products in the range. Anne Coates tried out two of them.

The Breath Company Toothpaste and Oral Rinse
May 31, 2016

You don't always know when bad breath might strike so regular oral hygiene with products from the Breath Company can prevent such an event. Anne Coates reviews two of their products.

PediRoller and Silver Socks from Carnation Footcare
May 26, 2016

Olivia Coates, Parenting Without Tears' Marathon Mummy, reviews two products from Carnation Footcare: the PediRoller and Silver Socks.

Hypnotherapy: Myths and Facts
May 23, 2016

Many people are still sceptical about hypnotherapy as an effective alternative form of therapy. Aaron Surtees, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Director at City Hypnosis, has worked with a vast range of patients over 15 years to help cure them of their phobias, anxieties and bad habits. Here, Aaron helps to dispel the common myths from the facts surrounding hypnotherapy and its effectiveness.

Listerine Advanced White Mouthwash
May 9, 2016

Fiona Jack put the Listerine Advanced White Mouthwash claim for whiter teeth in two weeks to the test – read her review.

Yoga for Healthy Eyes
Apr 29, 2016

Luxury eyewear brand Silhouette specialises in “comfort eyewear”, and has created a simple but effective eye yoga programme with the help of experts to refresh and relax eyes. 

Eating Out with Food Allergies
Apr 27, 2016

Eating out in restaurants can be difficult if you have a food allergy or intolerance. So Buyagift.com has created an interactive guide to help you make an informed choice about where to eat in the UK to link in with Allergy Awareness Week.

Exercising – How to Stay Hydrated
Apr 20, 2016

We accept that we need to drink water for health reasons, but do we really understand how to stay hydrated during exercise? Here Carly Tierney, from DW Fitness Club, explains how and when we should be drinking for best performance during exercise.

Infuse: Herbal Teas to Cleanse, Nourish and Heal
Apr 15, 2016

Herbal teas are a great way to keep you and your family healthy. A new book, Infuse: Herbal Teas to Cleanse, Nourish and Heal by Paula Grainger and Karen Sullivan, is packed full delicious and innovative caffeine-free herb tea recipes which harness the power of nature’s most potent healing ingredients. Medical Herbalist Paula Grainger shares her pick of the top five infusions for parents and kids.

Why You Should Try Pilates If You Run
Apr 11, 2016

Correct posture and core stability is essential for a good running technique, says Lynne Robinson, co-founder of Body Control Pilates and author of Pilates for Life who shares her top five pre-run moves here.