Black Flapper Party Dress

by editor | Dec 18, 2011 | Lifestyle

Black Flapper Party Dress
with layered trim and
Stunning Embellishment
by Rise Boutique

Look a million dollars without breaking the bank!
Have all eyes on you when you walk into the room, with one of the latest stunning fashion / party dresses from Rise Boutique.
Choose from a wide range of styles, from that little black dress to an enchanting cream lace 50?s design.
Great style with prices to suit your pocket.

When you look good you feel good!

Look drop dead gorgeous and have your man eating out of your hands
with one of these stunning dresses from the Rise Fashion Collection.

Beautiful flapper dress with layered hem and stunning embellishment. This is a truly special dress and is a perfect statement piece for the party season. Also available in White.

Go To Rise Boutique
for Affordable Style

Cream Flapper Party Dress by Rise Boutique

by editor | Dec 18, 2011 | Lifestyle

Cream Flapper Party Dress
with layered trim and
Stunning Embellishment
by Rise Boutique

Look a million dollars without breaking the bank!
Have all eyes on you when you walk into the room, with one of the latest stunning fashion / party dresses from Rise Boutique.
Choose from a wide range of styles, from that little black dress to an enchanting cream lace 50?s design.
Great style with prices to suit your pocket.

When you look good you feel good!

Look drop dead gorgeous and have your man eating out of your hands
with one of these stunning dresses from the Rise Fashion Collection.

Beautiful flapper dress with layered hem and stunning embellishment. This is a truly special dress and is a perfect statement piece for the party season. Also available in black.

Go To Rise Boutique
for Affordable Style

Black Mesh Party Dress with lace trim by Rise Boutique

by editor | Dec 18, 2011 | Lifestyle

Black Mesh Party Dress

with lace trim by Rise Boutique

Look a million dollars without breaking the bank!
Have all eyes on you when you walk into the room, with one of the latest stunning fashion / party dresses from Rise Boutique.
Choose from a wide range of styles, from that little black dress to an enchanting cream lace 50’s design.
Great style with prices to suit your pocket.

When you look good you feel good!

Look drop dead gorgeous and have your man eating out of your hands
with one of these stunning dresses from the Rise Fashion Collection.

Florence is a beautiful mesh long sleeve dress with lace trim. Fitted across the chest with a fabulous floaty skirt, this is a very forgiving style and looks just as good dressed down with a leather jacket as it does dressed up with heels. Also available in red.

Go To Rise Boutique
for Affordable Style

Aldi’s Surprise Christmas Superfoods

by editor | Dec 18, 2011 | Lifestyle

Aldi’s Surprise Christmas Superfoods

     08 Dec 11

Most of us worry about piling on the pounds at Christmas,
so discounter Aldi has worked with nutritionist Angela Dowden to create a helpful guide to its surprisingly nutritious festive foods, which don’t scrimp on taste or flavour.

Three Fish Roast – £8.99, 1kg

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th November 2011 for as long as stocks last.

 Per serving: 269 cals, 5g fat (saturates 1.5g), 1.84g salt

A lighter festive meal option that is perfect for Christmas Eve. With appetite-curbing protein and omega-3s for a healthy heart, Aldi’s Three Fish Roast is also rich in energising carbs and bone-friendly calcium.

Specially Selected Long Sliced Smoked Salmon – £3.49, 170g

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 12th December for as long as stocks last.

Per 100g: 190 cals, 10.5g fat (saturates 2.8g), 2.75g salt

This indulgent festive favourite is also one of the top sources of omega-3 fatty acids – the type that help to keep hearts and brains healthy. Serve simply with lemon juice, wholemeal bread and some dill as a good-for-you starter.

Specially Selected Orange Topped Christmas Pudding – £7.99, 907g

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th October 2011 for as long as stocks last.

Per slice (113g or one eighth of the pudding): 368 cals, 12.3g fat (saturates 5.8g), 39.9g sugars

Who could imagine something so scrummy could be good for you? But the dried fruit that’s crammed into this pud counts as one of your five a day, and the extra orange will boost your vitamin C intake.

Luxury Prawn Ring – £3, 300g

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th November for as long as stocks last.

Per 100g: 112 cals, 3.3g fat (saturates 0.6g), 1.3g salt

A great choice to have on the buffet table for weight-watchers who don’t want to feel like they’re weight-watching! Prawns are high in hunger-busting protein and a great source of vitamin B12 – needed for making red blood cells and keeping nerves healthy. Even with the yummy sauces, it’s still a low fat choice.

Specially Selected Venison Steaks – £6.99, 400g

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th November 2011 for as long as stocks last.

Per serving: 361 cals, 5.4g fat (saturates 1.8g), 1g salt

Who said red meat is bad for you? These lightly marinated venison steaks are a real festive treat, yet are low in fat and are a very good source of anaemia-beating iron.

Part Boned Stuffed Guinea Fowl – £8.99, 850g

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th November 2011 for as long as stocks last.

 

Per 100g: 199 cals, 9.2g fat (saturates 2.7g), 0.53g salt

For something a little bit different, but with a similarly low calorie count to turkey, guinea fowl fits the bill perfectly. This stuffed version has all the hard work done for you, and you can tuck in knowing that you’re topping up on important B vitamins (needed for our cells to release energy) and the antioxidant selenium.

Bramwells Cranberry Sauce – 59p, 200g

This product is available in stores nationwide throughout the Christmas period.

Per tbsp: 28 cals, trace of fat, 6.7g sugars

Made with 47% cranberries (antioxidant-rich and linked with lower risk of urinary tract infections). For weight watchers it’s a fat-free addition to Christmas lunch.

 Whole Stuffed Pheasant – £7.99, 850g

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th November 2011 for as long as stocks last. Per 100g: 186 cals, 6.5g fat (saturates 2.2g), 0.54g salt

Fancy a more gamey bird than turkey but don’t want the saturated fat of red meat?  Pheasant fits the bill perfectly, and Aldi’s stuffed version is wonderfully succulent and tasty. If you’re keeping an eye on your cholesterol levels but want something a bit different this Christmas, this is for you.

Sushi Assortment – £3, 245g

Available in stores from 30th November for as long as stocks last.

Per 100g: 153 cals, 2.6g fat (0.2g saturates), 1.5g salt

These rice, salmon and veg sushi bites make a healthy change from vol-au-vents and sausage rolls! They’re light, nutritious and the perfect antidote to rich food.

 

Whole Duck – £6.99, 2.4 – 2.6kg

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 30th November 2011 for as long as stocks last.

Per 100g (roasted, meat only): 195 cals, 10.4g fat (saturates 3.3g), trace salt

Surprisingly, duck is not the fatty horror that it’s made out to be. If you’re worried about your waistline and arteries, make sure you serve yourself meat without any accompanying skin or fat, and you’ll have a healthy meal with more iron and less artery-clogging fat than lean minced beef!

Whole Fresh British Turkey – £19.99, 4.5kg (PRICE EMBARGOED UNTIL 16TH DECEMBER)

This product is a Special Buy on sale from 19th December and available for as long as stocks last.

Per 100g (roasted, white meat): 173 cals, 4.8g fat (saturates 1.8g), trace salt

You can’t beat turkey for its low fat and high protein content, so if you fill your plate with this and lots of veg, there’s no need to make your Christmas dinner a calorie nightmare!

 

Put A Spring In Your Step And Make Sure You Have A Healthy Glow In 2012

by editor | Dec 18, 2011 | Lifestyle

Put A Spring In Your Step
& Make Sure You Have A Healthy Glow In 2012

     12 Dec 11

MEDICAL HERBALIST GET LUCY STEPHENS OFFERS SOME SIMPLE NATURAL TIPS
ON HOW TO FEEL HEALTHY AND LOOK RADIANT
www.revaclinic.com

If your Christmas and New Year means overeating, drinking too much alcohol and not getting enough sleep you will no doubt wake up in January 2012 wondering why your clothes are a bit tighter, your skin looks sallow and you are feeling generally under the weather! But never fear, medical herbalist Lucy Stephens has some great tips for simple things you can do to take care of your insides so that you look healthier and more radiant on the outside.

Give your gut a helping hand and ease your digestion with some bitter herbs such as dandelion, burdock, and chamomile. These can activate bitter receptors on the tongue which in turn stimulate the digestive system.  See if you can find loose leaf tea from specialised tea shops or health-food shops.  Combine these herbs and steep 2 tablespoons in hot water. Strain and drink 1 cup half an hour before eating. Also take a daily probiotic which can help improve the transit time of the bowel and allow beneficial bacteria to flourish which help break down food in the intestines. Reducing sugar intake and regular exercise will also help with bloating and constipation. 
*Do  not use bitter herbs if you are prone to heartburn or acid reflux as the bitter principles in the herbs may irritate

 

Steamy sessions are a great solution if you have been overindulging which can put a strain on the liver as it works to try and detoxify the body. One of the best ways to start a body cleanse is to sweat in a sauna or have a hot yoga session. Both of these can help eliminate some of the toxins that accumulate in the body during periods of overindulgence! Studies have shown detoxification of some heavy metals which are present in the air, drinking water, cosmetics and medicines, is possible with sauna use, as well as improvements in mood and cardiovascular health and reduction in pain symptoms for people with joint problems or arthritis.  Try 10 minutes in a sauna 3 times a week or alternatively give a hot yoga session a go.  *Saunas should not be used by people with unstable heart conditions, fevers or in early pregnancy

 

Immune system boost with Algae – Chlorella and Spirulina are microscopic plants or forms of algae. They contain vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, protein, chlorophyll and lots of phytochemicals. Studies have shown its use in boosting the immune system, detoxifying the body from environmental chemicals, and as an antioxidant.  *1 gram daily is a good everyday dose.

 

Skin  – if your skin needs a pep-me-up, try the following creams –  Chamomile which is soothing and anti-inflammatory;  Aloe Vera  – the polysaccharides form a soothing and protective coating on the skin and is useful for irritated skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis; Calendula is also anti-inflammatory and antiseptic and is used traditionally for skin health.  All can be found in pre-prepared skin formulations or alternatively buy separately from health food stores.

Eat your fruit and juice your veg – many of us are lacking in vitamins and minerals, particularly when our diets are low in vegetables.  Starting your day with a vegetable juice is a great way of getting the nutrients you need.  Raw vegetables also contain lots of enzymes which are needed for digestive functions in the body, and are usually lost when the vegetables are cooked.  As juicing breaks down the vegetables it means you get quicker absorption of the nutrients, which is why it is better to avoid juicing fruit as the sugar it contains gets into the bloodstream too quickly giving you a sugar rush.  Try using any vegetables you would eat raw and focus on the green vegetables such as celery, cucumber, kale, lettuce, parsley, coriander.  Adding some lemon and a little ginger is also nice.  Once you’ve made your juice, drink it straight away otherwise it starts to oxidise and the nutrients break down.   If you don’t have a juicer, you could try blending the vegetables instead to make a smoothie adding avocado to make it creamy.  Alternatively many health food shops have counters where you can buy a juice on your way to work.