Health Archives – Page 3 of 4

Forget cancer causing meats, tackle sugary treats

November 18, 2015

The focus should not be on meat consumption but sugar intake.

World Vegan Month: Take the Pledge

November 18, 2015

Veganism is about living a sustainable, healthy and cruelty free life. On a vegan diet, meat, fish, eggs, dairy and all of their by-products are off limits.

Tackling tampon tax and menstrual taboos

November 18, 2015

British women have united in recent weeks to protest against a particularly sexist piece of legislation; the high rate of tax imposed on tampons because they are deemed a “luxury” item. Yes, British politicians believe

Seasonal Affective Disorder

October 28, 2015

The winter blues might be a little more serious than you thought.

DCU led research group highlights way forward for dementia prevention

October 14, 2015

An EU-funded, DCU-led dementia research and deterrence project aim to raise awareness on how people can prevent the onset of dementia later in life.

Injection or infection?

October 14, 2015

Is it better to get a flu vaccine or brave the cold?

President of NUI Galway apologises for ‘PR disaster’

April 8, 2015

The President of NUI Galway spoke of his regret at the “PR disaster” by the debacle over its invasive health questionnaire last month.

Making the lifestyle change

March 11, 2015

Here is a quick guide for better living: Set yourself goals for semester two: Although we’re one month in, there is still plenty of time to make a change. Whether these are academic goals inspired by

Weight Loss Diary Week 1: An Introduction

February 20, 2015

In the first of a series of articles, Ross Dooner opens up to us about his war against weight.

Calraí ar an Scála

February 16, 2015

Beidh an líon calraí i ngach saghas bia ar fáil i mbialanna ar fud na tíre le feiceáil ar bhiachláir ó 2016 ar aghaidh. Beidh an t-eolas ar fáil ar bhiachláir gach caifé bia gasta,

Has ‘plus-size’ gone too far?

February 16, 2015

Jade O’Leary takes a look at what really constitutes as positive body image in today’s society.

College hacks to prevent the piling pounds

November 26, 2014

As we all start to spend a little more time on campus trying to get those pesky Christmas assignments done and dusted, the temptation to ‘reward’ ourselves with munch for managing to stay a whole

Weight Loss Supplements: Healthy or a Hoax?

October 29, 2014

Jade O’Leary discusses whether or not diet supplements really give the amazing results that they claim.

Healthy Hangover Cures

October 15, 2014

Easy to make, healthy hangover cures

Confessions of a McDonald’s Addict

October 1, 2014

Alana Laverty talks about being addicted to fast food.

Food for thought

February 19, 2014

Sleepy brain syndrome after the extended Christmas break? Sharon McGowan has an arsenal of healthy foods to get those minds buzzing again.

On your marks, get set…run!

February 19, 2014

Out with expensive gym memberships, in with running apps and thermal leggings! James Creagh has the beginners guide to completing your first 5km.

This means war as Reilly plans to stamp out tobacco

December 4, 2013

Health Minister James Reilly has started the war on tobacco, but is it a war the government will win?

Are you in or out? The issue of opt-out organ donation

November 20, 2013

Should opt-out organ donation be legislated for in Ireland?

Is your healthy diet killing you?

November 20, 2013

How much do you trust your nutritionist? Recent studies have highlighted risks associated with gluten and meat. James McCreagh investigates.

Shake It Up Baby

November 6, 2013

Could your workout or exercise routine do with a helping hand? Eimear Phelan takes a look at how to build the perfect protein shake.

Breast Cancer Awareness

October 23, 2013

Over 3,000 Irish women are diagnosed with Breast Cancer each year, so it is vital young females take good care of their bodies.

College Fitness

October 23, 2013

We have all felt the burden of trying to keep fit and active in college, here is how you can get your exercise on a student friendly budget.

Fitness model revolution

March 6, 2013

The summer season of beach bodies is creeping in and Irish people are hitting the gym with a vengeance in a plea to get celeb-like bodies. While the closest a lot of us will get

Battling the odds

February 6, 2013

Ann Brady is a happily-married mother of two boys from Greystones, County Dublin, her eldest son, Harry, is in fifth class in primary school and on the surface he looks just like any other happy