Health & Fitness Articles
nI pride myself on my ability to explain things in everyday language that the average reader can easily understand - even if they have no prior knowledge of the topic. I've written health and fitness articles for handbag.com, iVillage.co.uk and Safe Cosmetics.
Safe Cosmetics - February 2008
Cosmetic surgery is big business, and this inevitably leads to unscrupulous individuals who are only out to make a quick buck. Fortunately, the scammers are far outweighed by the trustworthy cosmetic surgeons, but all too often, the difference between the two isn't always obvious, which is why there are so many unsuspecting victims. Thankfully, there are a number of ways to suss out the cosmetic surgery scams.
Safe Cosmetics - October 2007
Sometimes you’ll find that diet and exercise alone won’t be enough in the battle to stay slim. Liposuction is one of the best cosmetic surgery options if you’re struggling to shift stubborn fat from certain areas of your body. Liposuction is usually used on the hips thighs, stomach, inside of the knees, ankles, upper arms, neck and back.
The Best Exercise For You
Safe Cosmetics - September 2007
Open the health and fitness pages of most magazines and newspapers and you're immediately confronted with a confusing range of information on the latest exercise plans especially ones involving celebrities. Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna both practice yoga, and Reese Witherspoon has been seen jogging, but what suits them won't automatically work for you too. How are you supposed to know which exercise is best for you?
Safe Cosmetics - September 2007
Botox injections have become much more popular in recent years. Botox can be used to treat migraines excessive sweating and damage to the central nervous system, but it's most commonly used for more superficial reasons - getting rid of wrinkles and frown lines, particularly in the forehead area. Celebrities like Kylie and Madonna are thought to use Botox to maintain their youthful appearances. It’s currently the most common cosmetic procedure in the USA, and it's quickly catching on in the UK too.
iVillage.co.uk - May 2007
The sun gets blamed for a lot, but as long as you don't sit out in it from morning until night, it can also have some benefits.
iVillage.co.uk - April 2007
Running is one of best types of exercise out there and can help to fight the flab and even delay the dreaded ageing process. So what are you waiting for?
iVillage.co.uk - February 2007
The stars think nothing of showing off their toned tums in figure hugging outfits. Think Beyonce, Kylie and Pink - all very different shapes but they have one thing in common: they've banished the tummy bulge.
iVillage.co.uk - January 2007
We generally trust that 'health foods' will benefit us in the way they claim to, but just how good for us are they?
Handbag.com - March 2006
What you're drinking could be damaging your health. Find out the effects that different beverages can have on your body when drunk at meal times.
Handbag.com - March 2006
We've all seen the pictures of Victoria Beckham's dramatic post-birth weight loss, and she's not alone in the shrinking celeb stakes. How does being so skinny affect your health?
Handbag.com - February 2006
A lack of iron can have serious implications for your health. Read on to find out if you're at risk of anaemia.
Handbag.com - October 2005
Today's women are bombarded with images of ever-shrinking stars who seem to bear testimony to the belief that to be thin is to be happy and successful. It begs the question: how healthy are the celebrities we hold up as role models?
