I had a wonderful massage with Kieran yesterday. I had booked the 3
hour massage and had originally thought that this might be too long
however the time just flew by.

It must be the Irish charm (!) but Kieran makes you feel so comfortable
and in control of the whole experience. I felt totally relaxed and
invigorated at the same time. Last night I slept the best I have for
ages so still feel great today.

Thanks for a great time, Kieran.

Tom

G'day All

I've just updated my massage website with a stylish new design, new
photo illustrations and new content. Check it out!
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk/

Regards
Kieran

yesterday was my first visit to Kieran.

I went to see him perhaps slightly apprehensive as most are when
visiting someone for the first time. I also was not sure what to
expect at the club. A new experience visiting somewhere not too
private. But let me assure everyone it was extremely unintrusive and
as private as you personally wish it to be.

I was made welcome and put at ease very quickly by Kieran. His massage
was amazing. It was extremely relaxing and most enjoyable. He has to
be congratulated on the effort and enegy he puts in.

Thanks Kieran I will return. Kieran and all your clients have a
wonderful Christmas break.

Regards

JG

G'day all

As you may be aware, I have a private massage treatment room at Eureka near
Brands Hatch, and I do all my inhouse massage treatment there. Eureka is a
health spa, sun and social club, and naturist club all rolled into one - and has
benefited from a massive financial investment in the facilities over the past
four years and I have also improved the website recently, with better overall
information and a much-improved and very stylish new massage section:
http://www.eureka-naturist-club.co.uk/massage.htm

I've also included better information about some of the non-standard treatments
I offer, such as turkish massage (an intense hot room massage).

Cheers
Kieran
07981 750743
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk

My kieran68@... account has been spammed - please note I am
using the email account kieran1000@... for the time being.
Apologies for the inconvenience.

Regards
Kieran

Thanks Kieran for another amazing massage at Eureka yesterday. Never
had a Turkish massage before and I can heartily recommend it - never
felt so relaxed in my life, keep up the good work!

Cheers
Shane

The Consequences of Stress

Experts estimate that 80 percent to 90 percent of disease is stress-
related. Massage and bodywork is there to combat that frightening
number by helping us remember what it means to relax. The physical
changes massage brings to your body can have a positive effect in
many areas of your life. Besides increasing relaxation and
decreasing anxiety, massage lowers your blood pressure, increases
circulation, improves recovery from injury, helps you to sleep
better and can increase your concentration. It reduces fatigue and
gives you more energy to handle stressful situations.

Massage is a perfect elixir for good health, but it can also provide
an integration of body and mind. By producing a meditative state or
heightened awareness of living in the present moment, massage can
provide emotional and spiritual balance, bringing with it true
relaxation and peace.

The incredible benefits of massage are doubly powerful if taken in
regular "doses." Dr. Maria Hernandez-Reif, from the Touch Research
Institute (TRI) at the University of Miami, is known for her massage
research, along with colleague Tiffany Field. Together, they and
other researchers have done outstanding work proving the value of
massage. While their studies have shown we can benefit from massage
even in small doses (15 minutes of chair massage or a half-hour
table session), Hernandez-Reif says they know from their research
that receiving bodywork 2-3 times a week is highly beneficial. And
if we lived in a fantasy world, Hernandez-Reif has the answer. "I
feel a daily massage is optimal."

It's undoubtedly a wonderful thing when your therapist begins
unwinding those stress-tightened muscles, and your day's troubles
begin to fade away. But it's the cherry on top to know
this "medicine" only gets better with frequency.

Regards
Kieran
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk

Hi All
I'd like to echo what Shane said in his posting in recommending
Kieran's massage service. I experienced my first massage with Kieran
last week and it certainly exceeded my expectations & left me totally
relaxed, revitalised and fulfilled. It was well worth the 2 hour
journey from East Kent.
Dave

Just thought I'd give you a sneak preview of my new massage website,
coming soon. This is really beautiful, with a marble, mosaic and gold
colour scheme. Have a look, please note that none of the links are
working yet:
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk/new/

My current website is http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk/
I now offer a turkish massage i.e. a steam-room massage as part of a
standard massage, there is no extra charge for this. Please get in
touch if you need any further information.

Regards
Kieran
kieran68@...
07981 750743

An article I'm sure you will find interesting.

Regards
Kieran
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk


Introduction

The human body is an amazingly complex and wonderful machine, but it
cannot function without a supply of food. The nutrients in food are
needed for energy, movement, heat, growth, repair, hair growth and
sometimes reproduction.

The body needs to be able to digest the foods it takes in so that it
can be used in various ways.

There are six basic types of nutrients and two basic non-nutrients
found in food. The six nutrients are carbohydrate, fat, protein,
vitamins, minerals, trace elements; the two non-nutrients are fibre
and water.

Generally speaking most foods contain several nutrients, in varying
amounts. Carrots, for instance, contain a little protein, a trace of
fat, some carbohydrate, a good deal of water, a little sugar, fibre,
and a selection of vitamins and minerals such as potassium, sodium,
calcium, iron, zinc, vitamins B6, C and E, folic acid, biotin and
pantothenic acid, etc.

We need a combination of all the above nutrients to maintain a normal
and healthy body.



Para-Aminobenzoic Acid
(PABA) as this vitamin is commonly known is one of the lesser known
members of the B complex family, has been shown to be an anti-grey
hair vitamin.

In tests in black animals that were feed with a diet deficient of
PABA, they developed grey hair, when the animals were reintroduced to
the vitamin, normal hair colour was restored

Research on humans with grey hair being given 200mg of PABA after
each meal produced results that showed that a study of the hair
afterwards resulted in a seventy per cent result of the hair
returning to its original colour.

Other research claims that PABA combined with folic acid also helps
restore hair to its original colour.

Deficiency of PABA, Biotin, Folic Acid and Pantothenic Acid appears
to affect hair colour.

Hair colour can normally be restored with a diet rich in the B
vitamins and in the few cases where colour is not restored the hair
will improve in quality and strength of growth.

PABA and the B vitamins are found in foods such as liver, kidney,
whole grain and yeast. The richest source being liver.



Inositol

Inositol is also a member of the B vitamin group. It is a compound
occurring in the brain, muscles, liver, kidney and eyes.

In laboratory animals, a diet lacking Inositol produced baldness, but
when the vitamin was added to the food of these animals, the hair
grew back again.

It was also observed that male animals lost hair twice as fast as
female animals.

The result of this experiment would suggest that males require a
higher Inositol intake than females. An Inositol deficient diet can
also cause eczema, a form of skin irritation.

One doctor in a series of experiments prescribed Inositol together
with other sources of B vitamins to all his balding patients. In
almost all case's hair loss was arrested, in some case's hair growth
was noticeable in as little as one month.

In one case hair recovery was total and not one bald spot remained.

Inositol, also appears to reduce the amount of cholesterol in the
blood.



Biotin
Biotin often called vitamin H, is yet another B complex component.
Biotin is a proven hair growth vitamin and a preventative to
excessive hair loss.

It appears to metabolise fatty acids. Fatty acids are a valuable
growth factor in numerous processes in the body including the hair.
Biotin is also seen as an aid in preventing hair turning grey.

Biotin is found in egg yolks. Raw egg whites actually hinder
effectiveness, but when the albumen (egg white) is cooked, the
culprit - a substance called avidin is destroyed by heat. Biotin is
also present in liver, milk, yeast and kidney.

Balding men might find that a Biotin supplement may keep their hair
longer.



Zinc

In laboratory tests animals fed with a zinc supplement showed signs
of more hair growth, as opposed to loss of hair in animals that were
deprived of zinc in their feed.

It was discovered that there was a change in the hair protein
structure when zinc was deficient in the diet.

Severe zinc deficiency in humans has been shown to produce baldness
and scalp problems that were reversed when zinc was returned to the
diet.

Zinc has also been shown to stop hair turning grey. One doctor taking
zinc for a year reversed the grey hairs which returned to their
original colour.

Zinc can be depleted by high stress levels. For a good source of
zinc, wheat germ is the best, other sources are brewer's yeast,
pumpkin seeds, oysters and mussels, shrimps and egg yolks.

One delightful effect of zinc is that it has long been regarded as an
aphrodisiac, and as such it can be very beneficial for your sex life,
which is not a bad side effect to have.



Protein

Protein is a basic ingredient in many hair shampoos and conditioners
and is also the major ingredient of hair itself, which is at least
ninety per cent protein.

Whilst this should not necessarily be the main ingredient in your
diet, its importance should not be ignored.

In controlled tests volunteers, supplementing their diets with
protein in the form of 14g of gelatine daily, found it increased the
thickness of individual hair strands by as much as 45 per cent in
only two months.

Diet can influence both hair growth and quality and gelatine has
exhibited one of the highest specific dynamic effects of any food or
supplement.

Given that a strong hair is a healthy hair, the study noted that the
gelatine induced increases in the diet constituted an improvement in
the mechanical properties of the hair, including strength.

When the volunteers stopped eating the gelatine, their hair returned
to its original diameter within six months.



Vitamin E

A Canadian physician who started going grey was able to reverse the
process by taking 800iu of Vitamin E in capsule form daily.

At the age of 68 after some 15 years of taking vitamin E he still has
a healthy head of thick black hair, and is the envy of men half his
age.

Vitamin E has also been shown to retard the ageing process. It has
been suggested that grey hair is a symptom of body degeneration so a
supplement of vitamin E can only be beneficial whether you have grey
hair or not.

The best natural sources of Vitamin E are wheat germ, Soya beans,
broccoli, brussel sprouts, spinach and eggs.

An excellent article this, well worth a read if you have a few
minutes to spare. And good news for those who enjoy a tipple - wine
is on the list!

Cheers
Kieran
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk


Super Healing Foods

As more and more research is carried out into foods and the
nutrients that they contain, we are seeing that many of the foods we
have been eating for generations, and some that are newer to us, are
packed full of vitamins and minerals, and many other nutrients with
exciting health benefits. This list is provided for your information
and reference, however it must be remembered that everybody is
unique and has individual nutritional needs, and we recommend seeing
a practitioner before making any significant changes to your diet.


Almonds: If you feel like snacking on nuts, almonds really are one
of nature's super foods. They are a good source of protein and
fibre, and several minerals including calcium, magnesium, iron,
potassium and zinc. They are also high in vitamin E, and contain
smaller amounts of folic acid and vitamin B2. Almonds also contain
monounsaturated fats, which can help to keep our arteries supple,
and help prevent heart disease. Stick to the unroasted, unsalted
nuts for the maximum hit of vitamins and minerals.


Apples: Apples have long been thought to be a healthy food, indeed
many of us grew up hearing that they kept the doctor away! It is now
known that apples contain the phytonutrient quercitin, which
prevents the oxidation (damage) of LDL cholesterol thus lowering the
risk of damage to our arteries and in turn, the risk of heart
disease. They also contain pectin, a soluble fibre that seems to be
very effective in lowering levels of blood cholesterol. Pectin also
binds to heavy metals in our body, such as lead, and removes them
from the gut.


Avocados: Pound for pound avocados provide more heart healthy
monounsaturated fat, fibre, vitamin E, folic acid and potassium than
any other fruits. As if this was not enough, they are also the
number one fruit source of beta-sitosterol, a substance that can
reduce total cholesterol. They also supersede other fruits in the
antioxidant lutein, which, in studies has shown to protect people
from cataracts. Lutein has also been linked with protecting your
cardiovascular system and preventing prostate cancer. Avocados are
very easily digested, which makes them ideal for people that have
problems digesting fatty foods.



Beets: Beets are not only low calorie but also packed full of
nutrients. They contain high levels of carotenoids and flavenoids;
anti-oxidants that help reduce the oxidation of LDL cholesterol,
protecting our artery walls and reducing the risk of heart disease
and stroke. It is one of the richest sources of folic acid, which
helps to protect unborn babies from spina bifida, and is also
thought to help lower homocysteine levels in the blood. Beetroot
also contains the mineral silica, which helps the body to utilise
calcium, so is therefore important for musculo-skeletal health and
reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Many people juice beetroot for
its cleansing and detoxifying properties.


Blueberries: They not only look and taste great but blueberries
contain antioxidants known as anthocyanidins, some of the strongest
antidotes to oxidative stress, which many scientists believe to be
the cause of aging in humans. Research carried out at the US
Department of Agriculture found that blueberries had the highest
antioxidant capacity of 40 tested fruits and vegetables. Berries
also contain a phytochemical called ellegic acid, which is thought
to prevent abnormal cellular changes.


Broccoli: If the other foods here are "super" foods then broccoli
should be a "mega-super" food. Researchers are finding a wealth of
healthy compounds in this vegetable, which include two power anti-
cancer substances, sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol. Sulforaphane
destroys any carcinogenic compounds that you have ingested and then
it creates enzymes that eat up any carcinogens left over from that
reaction. Sulforaphane also kills the bacteria Helicobacter pylori
which causes stomach ulcers and greatly increases the risks of
gastric cancers according to a study at the John Hopkins University,
Baltimore.

Indole-3-carbinol helps your body to metabolise oestrogen,
potentially protecting against breast cancer. Broccoli is also a
good source of beta-carotene and potassium, which helps lower your
risk of heart disease. Many therapists suggest eating broccoli at
least three times a week and now we know why.



Cocoa: The main ingredient for chocolate provides plenty of
antioxidant flavenoids, which can help fight heart disease and
cancer. In a study by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 23
subjects added four tablespoons of cocoa and ½ ounce of dark
chocolate to their daily diet. The results showed a lowering of
cholesterol and increase of antioxidants in their blood. Before you
get too excited about chocolate remember that there is a high fat
content and you should choose dark chocolate with a high cocoa
percentage, and always remember to eat it in small quantities.


Cranberries: Phenols are plant chemicals that lower oxidation of LDL
(bad) cholesterol and cranberries posses one of the high levels of
this healthy substance. Studies have indicated that the
proanthocyanidins in cranberries can help protect against urinary
tract infections, by preventing the bacterium E.coli from attaching
to the bladder wall cells and infecting them. Some studies have also
suggested that cranberries may be useful in aiding recovery from
stroke. Although beneficial for most people, the Committee on Safety
of Medicines has warned that those people on warfarin should limit
consumption of cranberry juice.



Flaxseeds: Flaxseed is the richest plant source of omega-3 fatty
acids, which can help reduce heart disease, strokes, and
inflammatory diseases, and are linked to many other positive health
results. Flaxseed also contains high levels of lignin, a
phytoestrogen that is thought to improve cholesterol profiles and
reduce the activity of oestrogen in the body. Flaxseed is essential
for vegetarians who cannot get their essential fatty acids from
sources such as fish. It comes in seed or oil form but make sure you
refrigerate the oil as it oxidises easily.



Garlic: Numerous clinical trials have shown garlic to be an
excellent cancer fighter – studies suggest that it has the ability
to prevent development of cancers of the breast, colon, skin,
prostate, stomach and oesophagus. Garlic also helps stimulate the
immune system by encouraging the growth of natural killer cells,
which directly attack cancer cells. It also has the ability to kill
the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, a major cause of ulcers and
stomach cancer.
A recent study at the University of East London claims that garlic
has the ability to not only kill many of the antibiotic resistant
strains of MRSA, the "hospital super bug", but is also able to
destroy the newer super-super bugs that are resistant against the
most powerful antibiotics used against MRSA.

Finally, a new study has shown that eating raw garlic after heart
surgery may help to limit the damage done to the heart, due to its
strong anti-oxidant properties.
.


Ginger: This root has long been thought to have medicinal properties
and research is now confirming these suspicions. Ginger contains
several antioxidant plant chemicals including gingerol and
zingerone. In preliminary studies these antioxidants have been shown
to fight cancer and heart disease. One study found that gingerol was
as effective as aspirin at preventing blood clotting, making it a
potential aid against heart disease (although it is not recommended
for people who are already taking anti-coagulants). Ginger has
effective antimicrobial effects on wounds and sores and is also
thought to fight inflammation, cleanse the colon, and stimulate
circulation.



Olive Oil: Unlike other oils, olive oil is packed with hearty
healthy monounsaturated fat as well as antioxidant polyphenols.
Spanish researchers confirmed what we have suspected for years, that
the Mediterranean diet, which is rich in vegetables and olive oil,
can reduce the risk of heart attacks.


Onions: The Journal of National Cancer Institute published a paper
stating that onions were the food most strongly associated with
lower rates of lung cancer. The sulphur compounds and flavonoid
quercetin are though to be responsible for the anti cancer
properties of onions. Quercetin also appears to boost the immune
system, promotes detoxification, and reduces inflammation. The
consumption of onions and other alliums like leeks and garlic also
appear to lower breast, oesophageal and stomach cancers.


Oranges: Oranges prove even ordinary foods can offer an array of
disease fighting compounds. Hesperetin, the main flavonoid in
oranges has been shown to help protect against cancer, heart
disease, infections and inflammation. The American Journal of
Clinical Nutrition published a report connecting a higher intake of
hesperetin with lower rates of heart disease. Oranges are also a
rich source of pectin, which lower cholesterol, potassium, which
reduces blood pressure, and folic acid, which reduces levels of
homocysteine, according to studies.



Pumpkin: Pumpkins and squash are packed full of beta carotene (only
carrots and sweet potatoes have more) and are the number one source
of alpha carotene, a cancer inhibitor potentially more powerful than
beta-carotene. Research of 100,000 people found that those that
consumed the most alpha carotene had as much as 63% lower incidence
of lung cancer. They also provide vitamins B5, C, E, potassium,
calcium and fibre. And don't throw out the seeds, as they are an
excellent source of zinc, essential fatty acids, and are a great
source of plant protein.



Salmon: One of the best oily fish providing an excellent source of
Omega 3. Omega 3 fatty acids have been linked with protecting
against breast and other cancers and relieving autoimmune diseases
like rheumatoid arthritis and asthma. Omega 3 is also essential for
a brain as well as heart health, and has been linked with
accelerated learning and attention span in children and helping
mental functions in the elderly. Other oily fish include herring,
tuna and mackerel.


Soy: Soy must be one of the most heavily investigated foods in terms
of health benefits and most of the research has been around the
prevention of cancer, particularly of the breast and prostate. It
contains two phytoestrogens; genistein and daidzein, which are able
to reduce the activity of the body's own oestrogen, thus protecting
the breast. Strong epidemiological evidence associates soy intake
with low cancer rates although there is still some debate about
whether everybody can receive its benefits.



Tea: Black, green, and now white teas have all been hailed for their
antioxidant properties. According to epidemiological and animal
evidence, green tea may inhibit breast, digestive and lung cancers.
The polyphenols in green tea are powerful antioxidants (100 times as
effective as vitamin C) and may protect cells from free radical
damage. Tea may also prevent your bones from osteoporosis as you
age, according to a study published by the Archives of Internal
Medicine. They found that people who drank two or more cups of green
or black tea per day for 10 years, had higher bone density.


Tomatoes: Dozens of epidemiological studies point to tomatoes
significantly reducing the risk of cancer according to the Journal
of the National Cancer Institute. They found strongest results for
prostate, lung and stomach and the source of this protection is
lycopene, a carotenoid found in tomatoes. It is best to cook your
tomatoes before you eat them as this makes the lycopene more easily
absorbable. Tomatoes also contain potassium, vitamin C, and beta-
carotene, which is essential for the immune system and helps keep
skin healthy.



Whole Grains: Several epidemiological studies show that people who
consume large amounts of whole grains every day have a lower risk of
heart disease. Whole grains include brown rice, millet, oats and
wholegrain bread. Population research also suggests that whole
grains help prevent colon, breast and prostate cancer. The complex
carbohydrates and fibre slow the release of blood sugar providing a
great slow energy source. Fibre can also help to prevent
constipation, encourages the growth of "friendly "bacteria in the
gut, and aids the removal of toxins from the body.


Wine: Whether you prefer red or white, drinking wine has been shown
to be good for heart health in certain groups of people. White
wine's protection comes from tyrosol and caffeic acid, which reduces
oxidative stress and inflammation. Red wine's polyphenols appear to
confer its heart benefits. Several studies show that red wine in
moderation lowers homocysteine, platelet stickiness and LDL "bad"
cholesterol. But before you get too excited, moderation means one or
two glasses a day (and not those great big glasses in your cupboard
either!), and you should also have at least one alcohol-free day a
week as it must be remembered that alcohol is a toxin.

Hi Folks

Just to let you know I am away for a few days next week, from Wed 19
March to Sunday 23 March. Anyone thinking of booking a massage with me
please get in touch before then or after I return.

Regards
Kieran
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk
07981 750743

I had an amazingly good massage from Kieran recently, followed by a
jacuzzi and sauna, never felt so relaxed in my life!

Cheers
Shane


--- In massage-health-fitness@yahoogroups.com, "andrew.gladwell"
<andrew.gladwell@...> wrote:
>
> Hi,
> I just wanted to say how recent massages from Kieran at Eureka
have
> helped me significantly with the relief of stress and tension. I
cannot
> recommend him enough and I would urge anybody with similar
problems to
> book a massage soon - you will never get a better massage!
>
> Each massage is also accompanied by his own unique humour!
>
> Thanks Kieran,
> Andy
>

Hi Dawn

Eureka is a health spa and naturist club located near Brands Hatch
and Dartford, north Kent. I've got a private treatment room there.
Lots of info about the club on its website:
http://www.eureka-naturist-club.co.uk

Regards
Kieran



--- In massage-health-fitness@yahoogroups.com, dawn wanamaker
<dawnwnmkr@...> wrote:
>
> I would love to learn new techniques and get a massage.  Where is
Eureka health club??
>
> Kieran <kieran1000@...> wrote:          I will be teaching some
massage technique to a student next week and
> need a guinea pig for a two hour session. I will be using a
treatment
> room at Eureka health club near Brands Hatch. If you are available
> daytime either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and would like a free
> massage please get in touch.
>
> Regards
> Kieran
> 07981 750743
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Never miss a thing.   Make Yahoo your homepage.
>

I will be teaching some massage technique to a student next week and
need a guinea pig for a two hour session. I will be using a treatment
room at Eureka health club near Brands Hatch. If you are available
daytime either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and would like a free
massage please get in touch.

Regards
Kieran
07981 750743

Hi,
I just wanted to say how recent massages from Kieran at Eureka have
helped me significantly with the relief of stress and tension. I cannot
recommend him enough and I would urge anybody with similar problems to
book a massage soon - you will never get a better massage!

Each massage is also accompanied by his own unique humour!

Thanks Kieran,
Andy

I will be teaching some massage technique to a student next week and
need a guinea pig for a two hour session. I will be using a treatment
room at Eureka health club near Brands Hatch. If you are available
daytime either Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and would like a free
massage please get in touch.

Regards
Kieran
07981 750743

With a UK-wide ban on smoking in enclosed public places now in force,
this could be the ideal time to quit:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/addictions/treatmentaddiction_toptips.sht\
ml

Regards
Kieran
http://www.kentmasseur.co.uk

Tip 1 - Now is not the time to make promises about nutrition or
exercise - they will be broken too easily. Use this month to plan
the changes you would like to make in your life during the year as
you sit by a fire or when you go for a walk on a clear, cold bright
day.

Tip 2 – The most effective way to lose weight is to plan your meals
rather than shop without a list! In the long run it saves you time,
money and improves your waist line!

Tip 3 – Now is the time to make your 2008 New Year's Resolution to
be fitter, healthier and leaner. The stronger sunshine, lighter
mornings and evenings will give you more energy, help you stay
motivated and make it easier to achieve the results you are aiming
for.

Tip 4 – If you are lacking in motivation to exercise it could help
to know that for every kilo of body weight you lose your blood
pressure reduces by 1 mmHg and the chance of taking long term
medication is reduced. Still got excuses?

Tip 5 – Make sure every meal is an explosion of colour on your
plate. A variety of colour means you will be getting a more balanced
meal and heaps of nutrients and minerals.

Tip 6 – Being active daily can have dramatic results on your health
and fitness levels. For instance getting off the bus a stop early
twice a day could count for half your recommended daily exercise of
30 minutes, taking the stairs burns as many calories as jogging for
the same amount of time and regular cycling can give you a fitness
level of a person ten years younger! Where can you burn your extra
calories?

Tip 7 - Lose the belly fat! This fat pushes on your kidneys telling
them to increase your blood pressure. Lose the fat through exercise,
diet and less salt and the pressure is off - or at least reduced.
Looks better as well.

Tip 8 – Forget expensive face creams. Your skin – the largest organ
in your body – reaps benefits from your exercising. Increased
circulation brings oxygen and nutrients to the skin and removes
internal toxins from it. The result is a natural glow that is
associated with healthy looking skin. Go on get exercising - you
know you're worth it!

Tip 9 - With an abundance of food in our society its surprising you
can eat and yet be malnourished! Empty calories from easily
available processed, sugary foods and drinks may satisfy your
appetite temporarily but contain few of the necessary and essential
nutrients for an active, healthy lifestyle. Get colour on your plate
with  a well balanced diet including fruit and vegetables, check
food and drink labels for hidden sugars  - often listed by one of
these other names: sucrose, glucose, fructose dextrose, maltose,
honey, raw syrup, hydrolysed starch, invert sugar and molasses - and
the amount of salt or sodium. The salt we sprinkle on our food from
salt cellars accounts for only 10%-15% of our intake with processed
foods thought to account for around 75% of the average person's salt
intake! Time to get reading.

Tip 10 - Something to ponder as you sit at your PC. Latest research
shows sitting motionless at a computer for hours can lead to deep
vein thrombosis or `e-thrombosis'. To prevent this take a screen
break every hour to get a drink and avoid crossing your legs or
awkward leg postures as you are working.

Tip 11 – If you tend to lack motivation to exercise try this. Walk
30 minutes each day and then call a friend. The phone call is
crucial and a real commitment. Find a person that's supportive and
won't nag you but will call you if you haven't called. Women tend to
be better at being your buddy in this case.

A belated happy new year to everyone. My latest news is I am now the
resident masseur at Eureka, a naturist club and health spa near
Brands Hatch in North Kent. It's an excellent location in a
beautiful setting, and I have a private treatment room there.
http://www.eureka-naturist-club.co.uk
You don't pay a separate club entry fee is visiting for a massage,
and I will pick you up from the train station at no charge, nearest
station is Longfield.

Alternatively, I've got a treatment room in Gillingham, North Kent,
and a colleage of mine there provides waxing, facials and other
treatments:
http://www.ceraperfecta.co.uk

As always, I am available for outcalls if you prefer a massage
treatment in your own home.

Best Regards
Kieran McCarthy IPTAS
07981 750743

Hi All

Just a reminder than I won't be available 22 to 31 Aug. Anyone who
needs a massage please book before or after this period.

Cheers
Kieran

Just letting know that I will be in Ireland on holidays from 22
August to 31 August and won't be available for massage work.

Best Regards
Kieran

1. A fruit smoothie made in a blender with whole apples and cranberry
juice: Make a batch of this in the morning and bring it to work with
you, this is an excellent alternative to snacking during the day. It
not only kills your appetite and increases your energy levels, but
apple juice reduces your desire for caffeine as it produces a similar
reaction in the brain. The best juice to use for this is cranberry
and blueberry juice which has excellent antioxidant properties and is
available from Asda.

2. Hot water with a spoon of honey: This is particularly effective
last thing at night - honey has numerous health benefits and by far
the best alternative sweetener to sugar.  Honey in hot water improves
your digestion and your body's ability to burn fat. Improve the
flavour by adding a herbal tea bag - and you can add a few slices of
ginger, excellent for your circulation and also improves your
resistance to colds and flu.

Thanks for the feedback Keith. I'm going to create a testimonials
section on my website, and put some of the feedback on this forum in
there, starting with this posting if that's ok with you.

Regards and many thanks
Kieran


> Hi everyone -  I have now had many a massage from Kieran and it
> really is first class and totally relaxing. I guess like many
people
> I was a little uncertain on my first visit but this guy is very
> sociable and will make you feel very welcome with a great sense of
> humour. The whole experience is great and not rushed - go for it.
> Regards Keith
> > >
> >
>

--- In massage-health-fitness@yahoogroups.com, "Karen & Pete"
<medwaycoupleuk@...> wrote:
>
> Hi, I have not been able to visit Kieran yet, but would love to
receive
> reports of how the massage went for you.
> Regards
> Pete--- In massage-health-fitness@yahoogroups.com, "Kieran"
> <kieran1000@> wrote:
> >
> > G'day all
> >
> > This is now a discussion forum and you can post messages which
will
> > be received by the members of the forum. Please keep the topic
> > relevant i.e. any queries you have re
> > massage/health/fitness/nutrition or any advice you want to
provide re
> > same would be welcome.
> > Additionally, a number of my massage clients have expressed an
> > interest in providing feedback about my massage service. Please
feel
> > free to post your feedback - I may put some of the feedback in a
new
> > testimonals section I am setting up on my massage website, with
the
> > permission of the author.
> >
> > Regards
> > Kieran



Hi everyone -  I have now had many a massage from Kieran and it
really is first class and totally relaxing. I guess like many people
I was a little uncertain on my first visit but this guy is very
sociable and will make you feel very welcome with a great sense of
humour. The whole experience is great and not rushed - go for it.
Regards Keith
> >
>

Hi, I have not been able to visit Kieran yet, but would love to receive
reports of how the massage went for you.
Regards
Pete--- In massage-health-fitness@yahoogroups.com, "Kieran"
<kieran1000@...> wrote:
>
> G'day all
>
> This is now a discussion forum and you can post messages which will
> be received by the members of the forum. Please keep the topic
> relevant i.e. any queries you have re
> massage/health/fitness/nutrition or any advice you want to provide re
> same would be welcome.
> Additionally, a number of my massage clients have expressed an
> interest in providing feedback about my massage service. Please feel
> free to post your feedback - I may put some of the feedback in a new
> testimonals section I am setting up on my massage website, with the
> permission of the author.
>
> Regards
> Kieran
>

G'day all

This is now a discussion forum and you can post messages which will
be received by the members of the forum. Please keep the topic
relevant i.e. any queries you have re
massage/health/fitness/nutrition or any advice you want to provide re
same would be welcome.
Additionally, a number of my massage clients have expressed an
interest in providing feedback about my massage service. Please feel
free to post your feedback - I may put some of the feedback in a new
testimonals section I am setting up on my massage website, with the
permission of the author.

Regards
Kieran

Here are 10 tips to help men lead healthier lives:

1. Start eating healthier. - While this is easier said than done, men
must realise that it is never too late to change their eating habits.
Start eating fresh fruits and vegetables and stop snacking on those
salty, fat-filled snacks that seem to find their way into the house.

2. Get up and get moving. - No matter how busy you are, you can find
a few minutes here and there to get up and get moving. Exercise will
help you live a longer and healthier life, so make an appointment
with your doctor and get some advice on an exercise regime that is
best for you.

3. Learn how to deal with stress. - If left untreated, stress can be
a real killer. It can lead to heart disease, stroke, high blood
pressure and a host of other ailments that are not good for you. Take
time to learn how to deal with the stress in your life. Find a book,
surf the Web or ask a friend for advice. Just do it.

4. Stop smoking. - If you smoke, you are destroying your own health.
Ask your doctor for information on how you can stop smoking. Visit
www.givingupsmoking.co.uk for tips and advice. You can quit!

5. Cut back on alcohol consumption. - How much alcohol do you drink
each day? You might think it is a macho thing to stop at the local
watering hole and drink a few beers on the way home from work, but
it's not. Drinking too much alcohol can affect your health.

6. Have your prostate checked. - Prostate problems are not fun and
can lead to serious health problems. Make sure your doctor is
checking your prostate on a regular basis.

7. Have your blood pressure checked. - Thousands of men walk around
with high blood pressure without even knowing it. If you cannot
recall the last time you had your blood pressure checked, make an
appointment with your doctor.

8. Learn how to deal with groin itch. - Through no fault of your own,
you might wake up one day and feel the urge to start scratching your
groin area. Welcome to the world of jock itch. Stop scratching and
learn how to deal with the problem. Over-the-counter medications are
available, and your doctor can help.

9. Learn how to deal with athlete's foot. - There are several things
you can do to help prevent athlete's foot, from wearing clean socks
every day to not walking barefoot in the gym changing room. And if
you do get it, deal with it immediately. Several over-the-counter
creams and other medications are available. Severe cases may require
a visit to the doctor's office.

10. Put safety first. - You are not invincible, so start using
sunscreen, wear a helmet when you ride a motorcycle and fasten that
seatbelt. When you practice safety in all areas of your life, you are
protecting yourself and your health.

Had it up to here with broccoli? Join the club. But it's hard to take
it off the menu when it's such a great source of vitamins and
minerals. Still, is a little variety too much to ask?

Not anymore, thanks to research that's shifting the spotlight to a
new generation of health-boosting foods--many of which do double or
triple duty to help prevent illness. Here are six on the brink of
superstar status.

1. Pomegranate

If you're going to have a martini, at least make it a pomegranate
one. This fall fruit has higher antioxidant activity than red wine
and green tea, which may be why a number of studies show it may
prevent skin cancer and kill breast and prostate cancer cells. It
also helps:

Fight Alzheimer's disease
Researchers at Loma Linda University found that mice who drank
pomegranate juice experienced 50% less brain degeneration than
animals that consumed only sugar water. The pomegranate drinkers also
did better in mazes and tests as they aged.

Guard your arteries
A group of diabetics who drank about 2 ounces of pomegranate juice a
day for 3 months kept their bodies from absorbing bad cholesterol
into their immune system cells (a major contributing factor to
hardened arteries), discovered Israeli researchers.

2. Kiwifruit

Don't judge this fruit by its cover: Under that bristly brown peel
you'll find a bright green star bursting with antioxidants and full
of fiber. Kiwifruit works to:

Protect against free radical damage

A study from Rutgers University compared the 27 most popular fruits
and determined that kiwifruit was the most nutritionally dense. Plus,
it makes the short list of fruits with substantial amounts of vitamin
E, and contains more vision-saving lutein than any other fruit or
vegetable, except for corn.

Lower blood-clot risk

In a 2004 study from the University of Oslo in Norway, participants
who ate two or three kiwis for 28 days significantly reduced their
potential to form a clot. They also got a bonus benefit: Their
triglycerides, a blood fat linked to heart attack, dropped by 15%.


3. Barley

When some whole grains, such as wheat and oats, are processed, they
lose their fiber content. Not so with barley, which is full of
soluble beta-glucan fiber in its whole kernel or refined flour form.
Studies show this particular fiber may:

Knock down bad cholesterol—by as much as 17.4%, according to USDA
research

A 2004 study found that adults with moderately high cholesterol
levels who went on a low-fat American Heart Association diet began to
see an improvement only when barley was added to the menu.

Decrease blood sugar and insulin levels

That makes barley a better choice for people with type 2 diabetes,
says a 2005 Agricultural Research Services study.

4. Cranberry

This born-and-bred American berry is among the top 10 antioxidant-
rich foods, making it a potent cancer protector. You know it helps
treat urinary tract infection, and perhaps you heard it prevents gum
disease, too, but did you know that these beneficial berries may:

Eradicate E. coli

Compounds in the juice can actually alter antibiotic-resistant
strains, making it impossible for the harmful bacteria to trigger an
infection. A small pilot study from Harvard Medical School and
Rutgers University found that eating about 1/3 cup of dried
cranberries yielded the same effect.

Help prevent strokes

Research on pigs with a genetic predisposition to atherosclerosis—
narrow, hardened arteries that may lead to heart attack and stroke—
found that those fed dried cranberries or juice every day had
healthier, more flexible blood vessels.

5. Broccoli Sprouts

Yes, we've been through this—broccoli, good. The news: Broccoli
sprouts are even better. At a mere 3 days old, they contain at least
20 times as much of disease-fighting sulforaphane glucosinolate (SGS)
as their elders; SGS has been shown to:

Kill tumors

The chemical triggers enzymes in the body that either kill cancer
cells or keep them from growing. Just 1 ounce of sprouts has as much
SGS as 1 1/4 pounds of broccoli. That'll save you lots of chewing.

Protect your heart

People who ate about a half cup a day of sprouts lowered their total
cholesterol by an average of 15 points, and women in the study raised
their good cholesterol by 8 points—in just 1 week, found a Japanese
pilot study.

Save your sight

Exposure to UV sunlight over time may lead to an eye condition called
macular degeneration, which is the number one cause of blindness in
US seniors. Researchers at Johns Hopkins determined that broccoli
sprouts can protect retinal cells from ultraviolet light damage.

6. Kefir

This cultured milk drink stacks up in calcium—one 8-ounce serving
contains 30% of the recommended daily intake—and contains more
beneficial bacteria than yogurt. It may also:

Reduce food allergies

Baby mice fed kefir had a threefold reduction in the amount of an
antibody linked to food allergies, say researchers at an agricultural
university.

Battle breast cancer

Women age 50 and older who consumed fermented milk products had a
lower risk than those who ate little or none.

Avoid triggering lactose intolerance

Kefir contains lactase, the enzyme that people with lactose
intolerance are missing, say researchers at Ohio State University.
And the taste? Like plain yogurt, just a little thinner.