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Reduce night-time eye strain with f.lux

May 1st, 2010 Pete Wood No comments

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If you’re staying up on the laptop too late, and developing square eyes syndrome, you could try installing f.lux on you PC, Mac or Linux based system.  F.lux makes the colour of your computer’s display adapt to the time of day – warm at night and like sunlight during the day. Read more…

10 minute exercises to burn off Beer and Wine

April 11th, 2010 Pete Wood No comments

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Beer and wine are loaded not only with calories, but with sugars that transfer into empty calories and carbs that stick around for a long time. The best way to get rid of these excess carbs is with some gentle exercise – walking, jogging, running and so on.  We’ll help you find out just how much exercise is needed to burn off those weekend drinks.

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10 exercises to do at your desk

March 28th, 2010 Pete Wood No comments

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If you’re one of the ever growing population of home workers and office workers,  it’s important to do some regular exercises and stretches at your desk.  These simple exercises will help to stop muscle aches and pains when sitting in the same position for an extended period of time.  Hopefully by following these simple exercises at work, you’ll improve your flexibility and reduce the risk of injury. 

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Know expiry dates on basic foods and condiments

March 10th, 2010 Pete Wood No comments

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Spring cleaning will soon be here, and that usually means going through the cupboards,  and pulling out those tins and jars with expiry dates long passed.   It’s not always easy knowing how long food really lasts once opened. When you’re at the shops it’s not always possible to know if that mayo you bought last week will last. With this simple and innovative guide to food expiry dates,  you’re sure to have fresh produce available all the time.

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Improve your fitness with VirtualGym

February 12th, 2010 Pete Wood No comments

Fitness DVDs are expensive and usually shelved after a few weeks.  However,  if you’re looking for that extra bit of motivation for improving your fitness, and looking for a helping hand, then Virtual Gym could be your new gym partner.  They promise to deliver up to 40 new classes every week via the web,  and all classes are available via download or streaming. Read more…

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