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Often when I mention to my boyfriend that I have been to my weekly yoga class and as a result I am quite tired and sore, he often laughs as he does not take Yoga very seriously!
He has never participated in a Yoga class, therefore I try to defend my hobby explaining that although it is not an incredibly aerobic activity it helps to increase flexibility and posture and is incredibly beneficial.
Even I can admit that I was sceptical at first, however I am enjoying it and as an alternative to going to the gym (which I hate), it really is a fantastic activity to help improve both body and mind.

Laser eye surgery is a painless surgery that can dramatically correct faulty vision with virtually no side-effects. With this surgery, you will not have to depend on contact lenses or glasses any longer.

Advanced surgery

Laser eye surgery is an advanced technological invention which has changed the way people see the world. The procedure is now popular throughout the world. Before going ahead with the procedure, you should take some factors into consideration. You should also consult a skilled doctor who will first determine whether you are the right candidate for the surgery. Most patients do qualify for the surgery, but in some cases it may not be considered appropriate.

Factors to be considered

Qualifying for the procedure requires the patient to fulfil certain criteria. The ophthalmologist will study all the factors before making a decision. The primary requirement for anyone to qualify for the surgery is that the patient should be a minimum of 18 years or older. This requirement is because the eye is not mature enough until the age of 18.

This will avoid any eye complications that might arise after the procedure. The age and the maturity level of the eyes are two important determinants for any patient to qualify for the procedure.

Prior to the operation

Prior to the surgery, you need to plan some things in advance of the surgery. Your vision should be stable for at least one year for the surgery to be performed. You may be disqualified as a candidate if you have had any infections or problems with your eyes before the surgery.

Before going ahead with the surgery, you should have a thorough discussion with your eye doctor regarding the side-effects, expected results and estimated cost of the surgery.

There are various pros and cons of different types of exercise and people tend to gravitate to different types. I am a fan of swimming, Pilates, Yoga and stretching etc, whereas my housemate is a fan of running, cycling and using the power plate at the gym! She attended the gym last night to do Yoga and came home saying how rubbish it was because all they did was stand around stretching in ways she didn’t bend and she didn’t see how it was beneficial. I have a bad back and therefore these slow, low impact exercises are good for my body and strengthen and tone the core muscles. Many people think you need to play sports and run to keep fit; however the alternative exercise options are always a good way to go if you’re not a conventional fitness freak who is willing to pound the pavements or treadmill or get involved in team sports!

So I finally joined the gym and I am now in more pain than I was before I started exercising!! This is rubbish – i’m supposed to feel energised and healthy and currently I can barely walk and I yelp in pain when I cross my legs or reach my arms to pick anything up! I spent 6 hours in the gym at the weekend and went on the treadmill, bike, cross trainer, all the different weights machines including the adductor and abductor (ouch!), did 100 sit-ups and swam 70 lengths. Now i’m thinking I need to chill out and slow down rather than getting giddy about joining the gym. It’s advisable to take it slow and build up your workout. If like me you have overdone it try Epsom salts. A friend recommended them to me this morning and i’m going to try them tonight as they are supposed to be great for easing sore muscles!

As I’ve mentioned before, my wife keeps finding random products that are supposed to have amazing health benefits. She’s been reading Look magazine and has decided that because all the skinny celebrities are drinking coconut water that we should be drinking it too. She bought a couple of different types, one was a cloudy milky drink and another was clear with real bits of coconut in it. It’s supposed to be good for your skin and cleansing your intestines. To be honest the milky one was horrible but I like the one with the bits in, it’s like Tropicana – I prefer the one with bits in!

Today I have been given a bottle of aloe vera juice to bring to work to try from my wife. She’s always getting recommendations from her friend at work about the new ‘power drink’ that’s supposed to revolutionise your life and yesterday was no different. She came home with about twenty bottles of some green drink that has bits in it and to be honest I was not keen but i’m a try anything twice kind of person so thought I’d give it a go. It’s actually really nice, it smells like sweets or gum and tastes like grape juice mixed with pear juice and it’s supposed to be really good for digestion, circulation, cleansing your liver and improving your overall health. I’d drink it again.

Tomorrow I am joining the gym. Twice this week I have been to try and exercise with the wife and on both occasions we have walked out without doing any exercise! On Monday we went to look around a few local gyms and then decided on one. So on Tuesday we put on our swimming costumes and went down after work to join and to have a swim, only to be told we have to have an induction before we can use any of the facilities but that the only appointments they had were at the weekend or in the evening next week! Rubbish! So we booked in for tomorrow afternoon to get inducted. Because we had got giddy about exercising we decided to go to the local leisure centre on the Wednesday night so we booked in at lunch time for a fitball class, got in our trainers and exercise gear and went down, only to be told after waiting in the queue for 20 minutes that by mistake we had been booked in for next week and that there were no spaces left. To be honest I don’t think i’m meant to exercise, let’s see what tomorrow brings!

Everyone has heard of collagen injections to plump up lips and make them look fuller. But did you know that collagen is an integral part of our bodies and is a key component at stopping wrinkles and the anti aging process?

You can now buy collagen support tablets from health food stockists which can give a boost to your own protein building capabilities. And hence help with the body’s maintenance of your skin, ligaments, nails, hair and bones.

Collagen tablets come in an easy to take form and if you are concerned about the aging process why not give them a go?

Always consult your GP before taking any complimentary medicines.

If you are prone to stomach ache and excess gas, it can be quite embarrassing if you work in a quiet office. The gurgling sounds your stomach may produce, not to mention other bodily noises that may slip out when you are not expecting them, can affect your confidence and cause much hilarity for your work colleagues.

If you are looking for an alternative treatment to relieve excess stomach gas, then why not give charcoal tablets a try. Charcoal tablets attract the excess gas to the surface of the charcoal and the tablet is digested. This can reduce gas and hence reduce bloating and flatulence.

If you use alternative medicines, remember to consult your GP to let him know what you are taking.

If you are feeling a little run down why not try the new ‘superfood’ available from all health food shops – Acai berry tablets.

Acai berries are a good source of antioxidents and anthocyanins and also contain minerals, vitamins, phytosterols and fatty acids. Acai actually has one of the highest nutricianal values of any type of fruit.

The Acai berry has been used by native South Americans for centuries but has only recently gained popularity in the developed world. And some websites claim that along with the health benefits that Acai berries possess, they are also a great way to lose weight as they can accelerate the metabolic processes of the body.

As always, you should consult your GP before taking any new medication or health supplements.