Recent Articles in Healthy parents

Top tips to protect your eyes when working at a computer
Sep 11, 2010

Staring at a screen all day could actually cause some health problems, according to eye experts. Research from the College of Optometrists reveals that over half of Brits now spend nearly 50 hours a week staring at a computer screen and a high number of workers are experiencing eye problems as a result. We  publish their top tips which we should also pass on to our children.

EFX hologram wristbands
Sep 2, 2010

A wristband which claims to improve balance and energy plus reduce stress sounds great so Anne Coates was keen to try out the EFX wristband and the Meridian dots to see if they really do work.

Zen Swimming with Roger Golten
Aug 25, 2010

Known as "Dr Posture", Roger Golten has devised a method of combining the benefits of the Alexander Technique with swimming – Zen Swimming. Anne Coates, known for keeping her head out of the water, went along to sample a class.

5 Day Fit Pilates
Aug 5, 2010

Fron Gaiam, a home fitness regime that's possible to fit into daily life –  5 Day Fit Pilates led by Jillian Hessel and Ana Caban.

Unfit parents risk sports day injury
Jul 7, 2010

Over-competitive and under-fit, UK parents are risking injuy at their children's school sports day, say physiotherapists.

Osteoporosis – the hidden time bomb
May 31, 2010

June is Osteoporosis Awareness month and new research shows that women (and men) are putting their health at risk by not having enough calcium in their diet.

Beat cystitis naturally with Urell
May 26, 2010

Cranberries can be beneficial in treating cystitis. Parenting Without Tears has ten packs of Urell on offer so if you suffer from cystitis, this could be the answer you have been looking for.

Vivaderm Daily
May 14, 2010

Having a baby and  washing her hands far more frequently meant a return of her eczema – mainly on her hands – for Olivia Coates. Vivaderm Daily has proved to be a godsend and has cleared the problem.

Master and maintain your oral hygiene during National Smile Month
May 12, 2010

Dr Anjali Rajah, of NW Smiles, London, gives her top ten tips for looking after your teeth and gums for a beautiful healthy smile.

Eye health – facts and fiction
Apr 8, 2010

The College of Optometrists has the following advice in response to popular misconceptions about eye health.

Giving up smoking
Mar 10, 2010

10 March is No Smoking Day - a reminder to us all that the dreaded weed is bad for our health! But giving up can be a hard process. Parenting Without Tears has gathered together some links to helpful tips and advice to help you kick the habit for good.

Iron – are you getting enough?
Mar 9, 2010

Recent research by meatandhealth.com reveals that many women are misinformed about iron in their diet and, as a result, may be iron deficient. Nutritionist Juliette Kellow dispels the myths and gives her top tips to for boosting your iron intake.