http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/ Top stories for Health and beauty http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1063603_healing_animal_magic THE corporate world sunk its claws so deep into Jean Davies's psyche that her health and happiness had seriously started to deteriorate. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1063603_healing_animal_magic Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1063575_freewheelin MOUNTAIN biking can be a full-on adrenaline sport or a gentle family day out in the country. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1063575_freewheelin Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/news/greenlife/s/1062843_natural_beauty_nailed THE road to becoming an eco-friendly green goddess is rarely a smooth one, particularly when it comes to beauty. There are just so many things to worry about. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/news/greenlife/s/1062843_natural_beauty_nailed Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1061343_kids_growing_problem WITH the childhood obesity epidemic hitting the headlines, Lisa Salmon looks at what can be done. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1061343_kids_growing_problem Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1062571_holidaying_at_home HOLIDAYING in the UK can have its health mishaps too. So, it's best to be prepared. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1062571_holidaying_at_home Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1061445_most_wanted ON a credit crunch theme, Helen Tither checks out what it hot and what is not this month - as long as it's free! http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1061445_most_wanted Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1061406_kids_love_food_on_the_run A SUMMER picnic can be a fun day out - the ideal opportunity to try children on healthy foods, writes Carmel Thomason. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1061406_kids_love_food_on_the_run Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1060692_still_in_step_with_style HUSH Puppy is celebrating its 50th birthday this year, Karen Connolly looks at the past and future of the soft sole. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1060692_still_in_step_with_style Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1060488_fatty_sarnies_feel_the_crunch SHOP-bought sandwiches are fatty, salty and pricey so why not make your own? Gabrielle Fagan writes. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1060488_fatty_sarnies_feel_the_crunch Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1060064_help_your_unborn_child WE all want to give our children the best start in life. But how many of us know when best to start thinking about boosting their health? http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1060064_help_your_unborn_child Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1060091_ask_the_experts_sexual_health WHEN it comes to talking about our health there are still some areas most of us will shy away from. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1060091_ask_the_experts_sexual_health Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059694_slimming_risks GOING away this year? If by chance you are, then it's likely you're one of the millions of people who are currently crash-dieting their way to a bikini body. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059694_slimming_risks Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059095_the_home_workout KEEPING the house tidy burns the same number of calories a year as drinking 603 glasses of wine or scoffing 394 packets of crisps. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059095_the_home_workout Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1059075_natural_cleanup THE increased strength of detergents we use to kill germs is raising health concerns as more and more of us complain of sensitivity to chemicals. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1059075_natural_cleanup Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059078_ask_the_experts THE disease of kings; the power of the placebo effect; pneumonia; and malodorous feet. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059078_ask_the_experts Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059041_most_wanted_tpt_kylie_eco_chic From celebrity style to eco-chic, Style rounds up what's hot this week. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059041_most_wanted_tpt_kylie_eco_chic Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059055_cheap_spa_fixes WHETHER you are saving up for your summer holidays - or just plain old strapped for cash - we're all looking for penny-pinching ways to get a bit of pampering. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1059055_cheap_spa_fixes Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058299_week_of_eastern_promise DIANNE Bourne headed out to join in the fun at the launch of the Yang Sing Oriental hotel and a new branch of Japanese foodie haunt Yo! Sushi. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058299_week_of_eastern_promise Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058177_bad_girl_made_good EX-EMMERDALE star Claire King's summer workout DVD has shot straight to the top of the charts. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058177_bad_girl_made_good Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058213_alist_holiday_beauty BE a beach babe with our top to toe holiday beauty guide. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058213_alist_holiday_beauty Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058183_most_wanted_shades_and_scent From celebrity chic to beauty, Helen Tither rounds up what's hot this week... http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058183_most_wanted_shades_and_scent Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058218_beating_beachwear_blues MAKE the most of your body on the beach this summer with our guide to super stylish swimwear. Helen Tither reports. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1058218_beating_beachwear_blues Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058267_boost_your_vitality BY the time most of us take a break, we're too worn out from work to have any fun. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058267_boost_your_vitality Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058231_holiday_health_kit PROTECTING our skin in the sun is vital, but there are so many products on offer. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058231_holiday_health_kit Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058251_ask_the_experts_beat_the_heat DEFEATING prickly heat; checking your field of vision; help for children's asthma; and facial surgery.   http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1058251_ask_the_experts_beat_the_heat Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1058102_my_chance_of_a_lifetime_ MARILYN Cooke was the ideal candidate for TV makeover series, 10 Years Younger. Deanna Delamotta spoke to her. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1058102_my_chance_of_a_lifetime_ Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1057032_rachels_burning_passion_for_plants GARDENERS' World's Rachel de Thame is the hot face of the RHS Tatton Show but tells Helen Tither she'd always swop glamour for gardening. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1057032_rachels_burning_passion_for_plants Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1057155_turn_up_the_heat The RHS Tatton Flower Show is turning up the heat this year with an array of exotic themed gardens. To celebrate   Helen Tither  met Shipwrecked star Adelina Ekechukwu in the stately home’s gardens for a look at this season’s hottest tropical looks. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1057155_turn_up_the_heat Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1057048_safety_first_in_the_garden IF you garden for pleasure, you'll probably have already found that it's a hobby which can benefit both your physical and mental well-being. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1057048_safety_first_in_the_garden Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1057083_how_to_take_the_indoors_out GARDEN parties are set to be all the rage this summer. And not just at Her Majesty's invitation either. Instead, anything goes from basic barbecues to right royal knees-ups, as outdoors has become the new indoors. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/style/s/1057083_how_to_take_the_indoors_out Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1057049_grow_your_own_herbs THE first few rays of sun are enough to tempt us outside for some alfresco dining. And it's in your garden that you could find the perfect ingredients to make some tasty and healthy changes to your menu. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1057049_grow_your_own_herbs Mon, 07 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1056111_put_ageing_process_on_ice DEANNA Delamotta goes home and away to try out the latest age-defying spa beauty treatments. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1056111_put_ageing_process_on_ice Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055155_the_diary_mission_accomplished MY mission three months ago: to drop three dress sizes and lose two and a half stone. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055155_the_diary_mission_accomplished Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055355_web_woes_of_the_stars THE phenomenon of the web blogger and its impact on celebrity culture is growing. Sarah Walters finds out more. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055355_web_woes_of_the_stars Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055220_easy_summer_slimming SUMMER is a great time to begin making positive changes towards a healthier you. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055220_easy_summer_slimming Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055210_ask_the_experts_holiday_fitness HEALTH experts give their views on great-looking skin, getting started in exercise, getting fit for a holiday and healthy psychology. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055210_ask_the_experts_holiday_fitness Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055209_holiday_health SUMMER fun can quickly turn sour with health irritations like heat rash and upset tummy. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055209_holiday_health Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055147_most_wanted_summer_holiday FROM running aids to slimming pants, Carmel Thomason rounds up what's hot this week. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/s/1055147_most_wanted_summer_holiday Mon, 23 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1054692_why_theres_less_of_lisa WHILE her fellow celebrity dieters are opting for gastric bands to help them shed the pounds, Lisa Riley is recommending good old fashioned healthy eating and exercise. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/health_and_beauty_feature/s/1054692_why_theres_less_of_lisa Thu, 19 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000 http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/columnists/s/1054555_get_in_the_swim STYLE in the City guides us through the minefield that is swimwear. Channel M's Jemma Gofton writes. http://www.accringtonobserver.co.uk/lifestyle/health_and_beauty/columnists/s/1054555_get_in_the_swim Wed, 18 Jun 2008 12:00:00 -0000