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Fat girl slim

In just a year, Barbara Koster has overcome a nagging weight issue In February 2014, 55-year-old kindergarten teacher Barbara Koster weighed 106.8kg – far too heavy for her 5ft 7in height. Barbara had always struggled with her weight and had …

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Posture police

  If you’re suffering from lower back or neck pain, it could be due to your posture. It’s time to break bad habits… We all slouch once in a while, but when bad posture habits become the norm, you need …

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Vital vitamins

  Keen to improve your diet, but unsure where to start? Vitamins are the building blocks to good health; they help keep the body in tiptop shape. But before you load up on supplements, take a minute to get clued …

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sisters are doing it for themselves

Feeling stressed or rundown? Stuck in a job you hate, or overwhelmed by family responsibilities? Then beat a retreat from your life and find solace in the dunes If you can’t remember the last time you took time out for …

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Top 10 fridge foods

Fad diets don’t work. Fact. There’s no secret to maintaining a healthy diet – it’s all about balance. So make sure these foods are always in your fridge and your new year’s resolution to eat healthier will be in the …

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Be the best you can be

  January isn’t all about joining a gym or sticking to juice. It’s about making the most of the coming year. That’s why we spoke to local experts to find out how you can achieve your goals – whatever they …

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10 health rules you need to break in 2015

The start of 2015 may inspire many to ditch the chocolate and hit the gym – as they say: New Year, new you Sometimes a fresh start can be just what the doctor ordered. But the problem with January health-kicks …

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The Alphabet Of Wellness

Your ultimate A to Z guide to health and wellbeing Anxiety Anxiety is an unpleasant state of mind usually accompanied by nervous behaviour including panic attacks in extreme cases. According to Dr Vinod Thampi, head of neurology at LLH Hospital …

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Dynamic duos

  Sharing is caring, so Abu Dhabi Week and company checked out some of the couples’ spa treatments on offer   RAYANA SPA What: 60-minute Rayana Renewal massage Where: Hyatt Capital Gate Price: AED 980 Contact: 02 596 1100 After …

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The foods that are best when you are stressed

  Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or about to pull your hair out? Your diet could be the culprit. We take a look at the foods to help soothe your anxiety, and the cravings you must conquer to stop stress in its …

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