A balanced diet is the foundation of good health, but hectic lifestyles and bad habits can undermine the best of intentions — and studies confirm that diets don’t always keep up with our nutritional needs at different stages of life. Data from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey shows that two out of three adults don’t hit their five-a-day target of fruit and … [Read more...] about Beware of the Nutrient Gap Years says new research from the Health Supplements Information Service
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Medical Council publishes first ever survey of all trainee doctors in Ireland
The Medical Council today (8th December 2014) published the findings of the first ever survey of all trainee doctors in Ireland. The Your Training Counts report was launched by the Minister for Health, Leo Varadkar TD at an education seminar on supportive learning environments for doctors in Dublin … [Read more...] about Medical Council publishes first ever survey of all trainee doctors in Ireland
Water Babies Survey Reveals 59% of Irish Parents Are Not Confident Swimmers
Water Babies, Ireland’s leading baby and toddler swim school, recently conducted research into Irish parents swimming skills and capabilities and the results are astounding. Out of over 1,000 parents surveyed 59% said they were not confident swimmers with 4% being afraid of water and 5% never having learnt to swim. Shockingly 38% of the people surveyed (390 … [Read more...] about Water Babies Survey Reveals 59% of Irish Parents Are Not Confident Swimmers
Survey reveals the hidden dangers of snacking for dental hygiene
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but it could also be keeping your dentist busy, a recent survey of oral hygiene experts has revealed. The surprise warning about snacking on sugary fruit comes from a poll of 458 dentists, hygienists and dental professionals. Commissioned by the scientifically tested two-phase alcohol free mouthwash, Dentyl Active, the survey … [Read more...] about Survey reveals the hidden dangers of snacking for dental hygiene
77% Women Believe Diet & Weight Loss Ads Promote Unhealthy Relationship with Food
An important new independent study on the attitudes of Irish women reveals that 77% believe that ad campaigns selling diet and weight loss foods portray women having an unhealthy relationship with food. In reality the Irish female is more pragmatic in her approach. Food is not just a necessity – an overwhelming 81% believe that food is something to be savoured and … [Read more...] about 77% Women Believe Diet & Weight Loss Ads Promote Unhealthy Relationship with Food