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Lifestyle

How Much Do Genes Determine Body Shape?

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Have you ever wondered what you will look like when you get older?

I’ve heard of guys who’ve taken into consideration what their partner’s mum looks like before proposing. It may be shallow, but it’s true!

So, do genetics really play a big part in determining the body shape you’ll end up with? Or, is lifestyle a stronger predictor of body shape?

Well, it seems both play a significant role…

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Family Dinners: 5 Tricks to Get Your Kids Involved

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sxc.hu: pnijhuis

Can you remember times when your mum harped on about being home for dinner on time? 

She had good reason to–children’s eating patterns are formed by the time they reach 12 years old. And, family dinners are the perfect way to set healthy habits for years to come.

Unfortunately, as we grow older, our habits become more and more difficult to change. So, now is the perfect time to set healthy habits for your children. Click to Read More »»

Public Breastfeeding: Is There a Stigma?

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sxc.hu: obyvatel

It’s now 3 months since Elissa came into the world, and I’m so glad breastfeeding has worked out for us.

It’s certainly taken a lot of hard work and dedication to the cause. But, it’s also been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

Something I’ve learnt is that when you breastfeed, you need to be prepared for others to voice their opinions on what you’re doing.

Perhaps this is one of the reasons breastfeeding rates are so low, I’m not sure!

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Will You Achieve Your Health Goals in 2010?

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sxc.hu: ilco

During the sermon at church on Sunday, our visiting preacher from America, began telling us about his struggles with weight loss, and how he has recently lost 40 pounds.

I can remember him visiting Northern Ireland before, and I have to say he certainly looks a lot healthier now — indeed his weight loss suits him very well.

He commented on how his weight has always been something he battled with, having tried and failed with many diets in the past (sound familiar, eh?)

So, what finally gave him the much needed kick to the posterior??? Click to Read More »»

Focus on What Truly Matters

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sxc.hu: skippo

Since having Elissa I’ve been taking a break from most of my work to simply enjoy being a mum.

When I think about working full-time again and being a mum, things start to feel a bit overwhelming – how can I continue to work, but at the same time be the best mum and wife I can possibly be?

No doubt, it’s gonna be tough!

Perhaps I need to refocus on what’s truly important to me, I certainly don’t want to be working on projects that don’t represent my life goals. Click to Read More »»

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