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Hypnotherapy for health anxiety

Health anxiety is a serious issue which see's a rising number of people wrongly convinced they are seriously ill. Catherine O'Neill, services manager for anxiety helpline charity Anxiety UK has said that the disorder is one of the issues for which they receive the most calls. Many patients seek constant reassurance from GP's and helplines such as Anxiety UK that there is nothing wrong with them, with the most common fears being HIV and cancer. O'Neill explains that many callers have...

Early affection helps children to better cope with adult stress

Receiving lots of affection as a young child could help us to better cope with the stresses and strains of adult life, says a recent study. These findings come from a study of almost 500 people, from the US state of Rhode Island, who were studied as children and then again as adults. The study began with eight month old children and their mothers receiving a psychologist rating based on the quality of their interactions during a routine developmental check up. The psychologist...

Dundee dialect could help elderly to avoid the effects of dementia

According to a recent study, Dundee's strong and distinctive accent could help it's elderly citizens from developing dementia. Researchers from Abertay University are in the midst of a study looking at whether people who switch between the Dundonian dialect and standard English have less chance of developing mental deterioration in later life. The experts are asking for more 60 plus Dundonians to come forward to help with the study as it is now drawing to a close. Academics believes...

Clarins Limited Edition Instant Blush

This new blush from Clarins adds the perfect rosy flush to cheeks.Its soft texture reacts on contact with the skin, melting into the cheekbones to boost their natural colour and radiance, enhancing your own skin tone. The slightly iridescent pink colour suits all complexions and is great if you need a new low maintenance everyday blusher which can carry you through from summer to winter. As always with Clarins this product is suitable for even the most sensitive of skin tones and is...

A diet rich in fish can help prevent eye disease later in life

A recent study which appeared in the journal Opthalmology has found that those who have a diet which includes fatty fish consumption at least once a week are less likely to develop age-related macular degeneration (AMD), an eye disease usually occurring in senior adults, gradually resulting in impaired vision. Over 2,500 senior adults took part in the studies and were all required to complete a questionnaire and take an eye exam. The researchers then evaluated the relationship between fish...

A good network of friends can boost survival

According to a recent US study, having a good network of friends and neighbours boosts survival chances by around 50%. A team of researchers from Brigham Young University conducted a meta analysis of almost 150 studies which looked at survival odds and social networks. From the results they calculated that having very few friends is actually as damaging to survival as smoking 15 cigarettes per day or being a heavy drinker. Julianne Holt-Lundstad led the study and has said she...

Loosing weight before next pregnancy 'reduces risks'

Researchers have found that mothers who do not loose post pregnancy weight, even as little as one or two pounds, stand a higher risk of problems in their next pregnancy, reports the Guardian. Experts are advising women to loose all their baby weight before getting pregnant again, otherwise they face an increased risk of complications in future pregnancies. The advise also warns mothers-to-be against 'eating for two' as this is simply a myth which could result in unnecessary weight gain...

Welfare reform must listen to those with mental health problems, says Mind

Paul Farmer, Chief Executive of mental health charity Mind has joined a group which aims to advise and challenge the independent review which was set up to look into fairness and accuracy of the Work Capacity Assessment (WCA). This process will allow those suffering from a mental health problem to have representation and a voice. Recently the Department for Work and Pensions released the latest Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) applications statistics, which show that 39 per cent of...

Alternative Therapy for Hand Pain

Even though a computer age equals efficiency, spending most of your day sitting dormant in front of a computer screen can have more of an effect on the body than you think. Other than using our eyes to scan the screen, the most active part of the body is our hands and though it may not feel particularly strenuous our tendons and muscles muscles in the fingers and wrists might have something else to say. Below are a few helpful tips which will keep our precious hands in good...

A longer education helps people better cope with dementia changes

During the past decade many studies have been conducted in an endeavour to find out whether education can lower the risk of dementia and have consistently proved this to be true BBC News have reported that a team made up of Finnish and UK researchers have found that those who stay in education for longer appear to be able to better cope with the effects dementia has on the brain. The study involved 872 participants all of whom had taken part in three large ageing studies. Before their...

Hypnotherapy for childhood obesity

High-street chain M&S has launched size 18 school uniforms to meet soaring childhood obesity. Marks & Spencer's new line has been developed in response to pleas from parents who can't find uniforms which are large enough for their children. The severity of the problem is only further highlighted by the fact the range (which includes blazers and trousers for four-year-olds with waistlines of up to 23in and girls clothing in size 18) has almost sold out on the website. With one...

Rimmel London Lasting Finish Fruities Collection

We love painting our nails just as much as the next person, but what we don't particularly love is the potent aroma of wet nail polish wafting up the nostrils. Rimmel London have recently released a small collection of scented nail polishes, so wave bye bye to the smell of acidic pear drops and say hello to fruity loveliness. Though on the surface scented nail polish may send out babysitters club, sleepover and boy talk-esq vibes of our days as adolescents, we can assure you that they are...

Working from home: The ground rules

Working from home is many peoples idea of heaven, an extra hour in bed, no early morning commutes sandwiched between two questionably smelling businessmen, no sitting opposite someone who has a knack for rubbing you up the wrong way and no clashing holiday dates! However, working from home can also equal reduced productivity, loneliness, too many hobnobs and in depth knowledge of Loose Women. So in order to help you remain at your most productive, Daily Mail have come up with a list of...

The big six super foods they say every women needs

Though this selection of super foods won't cover all of your nutritional bases, incorporating them into your diet can help to give you a wide range of protection. Super Food 1: Low-fat yogurt Experts say that any fermented dairy product contains healthy probiotic bacteria which will help your body in many ways. The best kind is low fat yogurt with live culture such as 'lactobacillus acidophilus', so be sure to glance over the label as some supermarket brands may not have the level of...

Hypnotherapy for Asperger Syndrome

Asperger Syndrome is characterized by repetitive behaviours or rituals, socially and emotionally inappropriate behaviour and interaction, preoccupation with a subject to the point of the exclusion of other activities and uncoordinated movements. Many with Asperger's will also experience anger and temper outbursts, usually as a result of intense anxiety. Many of the mentioned symptoms can be altered and controlled through the subconcious mind and hypnotherapy is a way of achieving this....

Drug services 'not meeting users needs' says survey

A recent study conducted by the UK Drug Policy Commission has found certain services unable to effectively cope with specific areas of society. The study found the services had ''little relevance'' to minority groups such as lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender groups as well as disabled servicemen and those from mixed ethnic backgrounds. All of the above minority groups are growing areas for concern and it is these communities that are most at risk of misusing drugs including...

Amazon Beauty – Rahua Finishing Treatment

Here at Beauty Resource we love a brand with a conscience and this is why we completely covet the brand Amazon Beauty. Founders Fabian Lliguin and Anna Ayers have made it their mission to ensure the beauty of the planet is preserved so work hard to ensure they are promoting sustainable beauty products. In order to achieve this they send troops into the Amazon Rainforest to work with native tribes and nationalities to help protect intellectual property rights. All products are made from...

Early Alzheimer's detection

A simple blood test could detect Alzheimer's 10 years in advance. At the start of this month experts revealed that a very simple and inexpensive blood test could be the key to the early detection of Alzheimer's and can spot it up to around 10 years before symptoms start to develop. This is a huge development in the field and though it means the amount of people being diagnosed would almost triple, it could also mean a surge of interest and funding for research and most importantly would...

Are obese children cause for child protection intervention?

Experts on children's health are saying parents of obese children are guilty of neglect and failure to instil a good diet and exercise could become a child protection issue. Parents who avoid weight management initiatives, ignore advice and guidance from professionals and fail to help their child eat and exercise properly could make them guilty of neglect. Though experts at the UCL Institute of Child Health in London say that weight itself is not a reason for authorities to get involved,...

Hypnotherapy Improves Self-Concept

Self concept is a persons awareness of themselves and how they feel about their own personality and skills. Along with feelings in the present it can also refer to how we felt about ourselves in the past. A number of recent studies have found hypnotherapy to have a hugely positive impact on a person's self-concept, which has many potential benefits. One particular study looked at whether hypnosis could have an effect on students self-concept and tested to see whether an improvement in...

Could Cranberry juice be the key to fighting E. coli?

Recently published research which appeared in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research has found that Cranberry juice could fight of infections at a molecular level. The research team from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)in Massachusetts found that cranberry juice prevents E. coli cells from attaching to urinary tract cells, which is how infection is prevented. E. coli is too strong to be flushed from the urinary tract simply through urine, but when cranberry juice is in...

Change Your Life in 7 Days - Paul Mckenna's GMTV appearance

World famous hypnotist Paul McKenna made an appearance on this mornings edition of GMTV (22nd July) with Lorraine Kelly's stand in Fiona Phillips. The self help guru to the stars was there to talk about his updated version of worldwide bestseller 'Change your life in 7 days' a self improvement book which teaches core strategies and techniques that will help the reader begin to think like a high achiever. Fiona and Paul are old friends, going way back to when Fiona used to read the...

Do females have a more 'fluid' sexuality?

An increasing mound of evidence is suggesting that more and more women are reaching midlife and experiencing a change in sexuality. A study of female sexuality is to be presented to the American Psychological Association's annual meeting in August and has found there has been a large growth in the number of women who reach 30 and switch their sexuality. For many years there have been questions about whether or not our sexual preferences are fixed from early life or whether it is subject...

Its a grey day for those with depression

Researchers have recently conducted a study which demonstrates how those suffering with depression experience a ''greying'' effect which could both cause and maintain symptoms, reports the Independent. The study, conducted by Ludger Tebartz van Elst and colleagues measured electrical responses to gauge the activity of the retina in groups of depressed and non-depressed individuals. At the back of eye is the retina, home to a number of sensitive cells which turn light signals into nerve...

Why eat at the table?

Our children learn from the examples we as adults set for them and it is often the simplest of things that will help them along in their development. Recent research has suggested that work commitments flout 52 percent of people's dinner plans, whilst 91 percent of people believe dinner was the best time to catch up with family. Gathering round a table to eat as a family teaches children to develop social skills such as etiquette and will also encourage them to develop their conversation...

Visualising 'coolness' during hypnotherapy could help lower hot flushes

A study has found that women nearing menopause could benefit from picturing images associated with coolness during hypnotherapy as this technique has been found to decrease hot flushes. As it stands around 85 percent of women will begin to experience hot flushes as they approach the menopause. A recent study conducted by the Baylor researcher's looked at the effects of hypnosis intervention for hot flushes in 51 breast cancer survivors. Results showed that all participants showed a...

Mental Health care at risk as GP's raise concerns about increased responsibility

Two recent polls have stated that GP's are anxious over their increased responsibility to commission services, especially when concerning mental health care, reports the Guardian. As part of the governments NHS shakeup the responsibility of commissioning services and handling budgets will shift from primary care trusts to GP's. Paul Farmer, chief executive of mental health charity Mind has already commented on how this change could affect mental health services, but even more recently...

Lather Up

Despite spending a great deal of time wallowing in the bath and shower most of us spend very little time selecting our body wash. When it comes to body lotions, scrubs, fake-tan and make-up we can stroll up and down the aisle until we are blue in the face, yet when it comes to the item we use most many of us opt for 'whats on offer'. Well we believe that showering doesn't have to boring and in fact can provide a lovely little snippet of 'me time' to ether wake you up in the morning,...

Four tips for light sleepers

If you're one of the unlucky ones who wakes from the sound of next doors toilet flushing or from the sound of a plastic bag floating down the street then it could be time to re-evaluate your bedtime routine to help you get into a deeper sleep. Women's Health magazine has come up with some great easy to follow advice that will have you sleeping through a nuclear explosion by the end of the week! Carbs before bed Though this may seem like a diet fanatics nightmare, when your hungry your body...

'Beet' high blood pressure

A study recently published in the the journal of, American Heart Association's Hypertension has highlighted how drinking beetroot juice could help to lower blood pressure quickly and effectively. Scientists from Queen Mary University of London have found that drinking the juice actually worked at lowering blood pressure in as little as 24 hours, making it a viable preventative measure for cardiovascular issues. The British scientists even found it equally as effective as nitrate tablets...

Company Director drops from a size 18 – 8 with gastric band hypnotherapy

Emma Eveleigh-Anderton turned to virtual gastric band therapy after failing to loose weight through diets, weight loss medication and will-power. The mother of two paid £980 for four sessions which were completed over a period of one month, beginning with a 45 minute 'virtual surgery' which saw hypnotherapist Russell Hemmings convince his patient she had undergone a gastric band fitting. Though Emma was talked through each step of the procedure and believed she was in the operating...

Ecstasy could be the key to helping trauma patients

A controlled study involving 20 post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)sufferers has found that the use of the drug ecstasy can improve the effects of psychotherapy, reports BBC News. The trial saw the participants offered two eight hour psychotherapy sessions scheduled a few weeks apart, with 12 of the group given a dose of ecstasy and eight given a placebo drug. The participants were carefully selected for the trial and had to have had PTSD for a period of many years and have failed...

A larger cranium can help fight dementia

According to recent research being called big-headed is actually not so much of a bad thing, as a new study suggests those with larger heads are better protected in the fight against dementia. Scientists from the Technical University of Munich in Germany found that individuals suffering with Alzheimer's faired better in memory and thinking skill tests the larger the sizer of their heads. A difference was even noted when the brain cell deaths was the same in the with small and large head...

Symptoms of the Menopause relieved with Hypnotherapy

The menopause is a consequence of the female reproductive system that 85% - 90% of women are likely to experience. Those in the other five percent happen to be extremely lucky as they are narrowly missing the troublesome symptoms with which the menopause comes hand in hand. Hot flushes, sweats, sleeplessness, headaches and moodiness are to name but a few of the side effects and though Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a route that many women take to reduce symptoms, hypnotherapy is a far...

How to avoid holiday tension

A recent letter featured in the Telegraph tackled the tricky topic of how to avoid tension whilst holidaying with another family. The Telegraphs relationship expert Sarah Abell highlighted certain ways of ensuring everyone enjoys themselves. Before you go make sure both families have had the opportunity to discuss their expectations. Everyone wants different things from their holiday and whereas some may like to lay in the sun reading a good thriller others may want to go hiking up a...

Blow Dry Heaven at Hershesons

If you want your hair to look like you've just stepped of the catwalk then it's definitely worth paying Hersheshons Blow Dry Bar a visit. This is a great way to transform your everyday hair into a dramatic evening look in just 30 minutes. Simply walk in (no appointment necessary), browse the eight fabulous styles on the menu and choose your favourite for the team of stylists to recreate. The menu is ever changing but currently features 8 signature looks which you'll have difficulty...

Relaxation tip of the week: Take a bath

It has come to our attention that this weeks press has been featuring rather a lot on the consignment of the bath to the pages of history books. Findings in a recent poll revealed that one person in six can't remember the last time they took a bath, so what has happened to send this comforting ritual down the plughole? In today's fast paced society we seem to be constantly on the move and the thought of running a bath and having a good old soak would give many palpitations at the thought...

Could self-hypnosis help Tourette's Syndrome?

Recently a group of medical researchers conducted a small case study which examined the use of self hypnosis to control tics in Tourette's patients. The study, which was later published in the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, involved a group of thirty-three Tourette's patients between the ages of six and 19. The participants viewed a video featuring a boy of their age outlining self-hypnosis techniques which they were to practice and learn alongside a set of...

NHS overhaul, what does this mean for mental health care?

On Monday (12 July) the Government unveiled new proposals to revamp the structure of the NHS. The plans included a number of changes to mental health care and Paul Farmer, chief executive of mental health charity Mind has commented on some of the key changes, below are some of his comments: “Transferring powers for commissioning to GPs presents an opportunity for them to develop mental health services that meet local needs and give patients the choice they want. However, GPs currently lack...

LUSHcious tanning

Lovely LUSH have recently dived head first into the ever growing market of fake tan and we must say we are very pleased that there are finally some delicious smelling tanners on the market. First up is their Charlotte Island Tanning Lotion (£9.99 per 240g), a subtle bronzing body tint which gives a sun kissed glow minus the harm caused by excessive sunlight. The lotion is made with an organic lemon infusion, organic oils and cocoa butter, all of which brighten and hydrate the skin without...

Weight loss schemes more effective than NHS

A leading nutritionist has advised GP's to encourage overweight patients to join weight loss schemes as opposed to opting for NHS help. The Medical Research Council conducted a study which found that WeightWatchers programmes helped individuals to loose twice as much weight than those who chose GP care. Over the course of a year GP's from Northampton referred half of 772 overweight patients to weekly WeightWatchers meetings which were paid for by the doctors surgery. The other half...

Whats on everyone's lips?

Lipgloss is many things, it's fun, its flirty and it is a definite summer essential and though there will always be space in our make-up bags and in our hearts for the ever faithful gloss, it will never overshadow its sophisticated sister the lipstick. We know that CHANEL's Rouge Coco may be slightly old news (released in February) but it is extremely rare for us still be addicted to a product which is almost 6 months old. Rouge Coco has become a cult beauty classic just like the 2.55 has...

Fish supplements could reduce cancer risk

From fighting of heart disease to preventing premature birth, we have long since known the long list of benefits gained from a diet incorporating oily fish and supplements. Well if recent studies prove to be confirmed by additional research the list will soon be welcoming the additional benefit of reduced cancer risk. A study which has recently been published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology saw 35,000 middle-aged women taking oily fish supplements regularly over a period of six years....

Morning Time Cleanser by Eve Lom

The original Eve Lom cleanser has gained itself cult status within the beauty world for being the 'do all' product. The concept behind the Eve Lom cleanser is that it is the only product you need to use. Even though there is a small range of additional products in theory with the cleanser there should be no need for a plethora of different creams and cleansers. You may be thinking why is there an additional/different cleanser if the original is so good? Well we asked ourselves the same...

Minister slams Jamie Oliver's approach to healthy eating

Health secretary Andrew Lansley has said TV chef Jamie Oliver's approach to tackling health issues such as obesity and smoking will not work and instead has said people need to take responsibility for their own health. Mr Lansley has said it is time to stop nagging people to lead healthier lives as he believes this to be a counterproductive procedure which undermines the results the government are trying to achieve. Jamie Oliver has said the remarks of the health secretary were...

Festival survival kit

With Glastonbury kicking of the U.K festival season this weekend we thought we thought we would give you a run down on some must have survival items: Models Own Lip Cheek & Face Paint £5.99 Whats a festival without a few ridiculous costumes and neon face paints here and there? These pots won't take up too much room in your rucksack and will provide you with hours of entertainment. Available in neon blue, neon orange, neon pink and neon yellow. Piz Buin One Day Long Lotion...

NICE calls for trans-fats ban

NHS watchdog NICE have called for a ban on trans-fats, found in the likes of biscuits, cakes and fast food from English products as they can be damaging to health. NICE are also campaigning for further reductions in salt and saturated fats in a bid to prevent the number of deaths caused by cardiovascular disease, which is currently the biggest cause of fatalities in the U.K. Specialists working for the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) have said around 40,000...

NO Frizz

Growing ears from a piece of cartilage and creating blood vessels from stem sells may not seem very beauty-centric but its all in a days work for the scientists who created the latest must have hair product to hit the market...Frizz Professor Robert Langer of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is the man we have to thank for Frizz. After he and his team of researchers studied the plethora of straightening creams, sprays and gels currently available they set about creating a...

Could pomegranate juice be used in breast cancer treatments

Researchers from Ohio State University have recently discovered that pomegranate juice could be the next oestrogen responsive breast cancer treatment after finding the juicy red fruit produces a chemical known as ellagic acid, a compound which appears to slow and even prevent the growth of cancer cells in breast tissue. Pomegranate juice has long since been championed for its antioxidants and has already been hailed as a superfood for its health benefits, which include a healthy heart. The...

MEPs reject 'traffic light' food labelling system

European parliament has blocked a system which would have seen a “traffic light” code to indicate levels of salt, fat and other nutrients after a campaign by food manufacturers. Following a multimillion-pound lobbying campaign by food manufacturers, 400 MEPs voted to block the EU from adopting the UK Food Standards Agency's (FSA) labelling system, which uses red, amber and green symbols to indicate levels of salt, fat and other nutrients. Researchers have found the traffic light system...