Tokyo: Vitamin C can improve heart function during exercise in patients who have suffered a heart attack, according to a report in the International Journal of Cardiology. The vitamin improves the efficiency of the sympathetic nervous system, which is part … Continue reading
Hormone rejuvenation therapy has hit the headlines again. This time a London doctor claimed that both he and his wife had rejuvenated themselves by using the controversial human growth hormone (Hgh). The use of this hormone, which is replicated by … Continue reading
New York: A synethetic superglue similar to that used by crustacians to stick to rocks and boats has been developed to repair bones and wounds. The new glue, called Medhesive, takes under a minute to set and works in wet … Continue reading
London: Saddle bags, bingo wings, stodgy bottoms and double chins could finally become a thing of the past with the arrival of SmartLipo – a revolutionary new fat-busting treatment which is the safer and smarter alternative to conventional liposuction. Officially … Continue reading
Sydney: Scientists have discovered that low level laser can help patients with chronic neck pain. In a trial, published in the International Association for the Study of Pain, a low level laser was used on 90 patients with chronic neck … Continue reading
London: Britain is a nation that hates its feet, according to a survey by Bazuka. The fascinating survey also reveals that next to our beer bellies, our feet are the body part we love to hate. The Scots hate their … Continue reading
London: With all the sporting action this summer many of us might feel the urge to get on our feet and have a go ourselves. But whether its kicking a football around the garden, improving our racquet skills or even … Continue reading
New York: US gynaecologists have developed a libido-boosting cream for women which is made of a natural amino-acid. Branded Vibrance and costing £24.99 for ten treatments, the cream contains L-Arginine, which has been used in these creams before. But this … Continue reading
New York: Women who use the herbal supplement black cohosh may be using a fake supplement, according to an investigation by the American Chemical Society. The herb, which is a native American plant, is used by millions of women to … Continue reading
Orlando:Studies to test whether fat dissolving body treatments work are to be carried out by the US cosmetic surgeons body, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS). The decision to hold a double-blind placebo study follows the increasing popularity … Continue reading
London: British scientists are developing a technique to aid paralysed patients to walk using stem cells to repair spinal cord damage. It may also benefit stroke victims and allow some blind and deaf people to see and hear. It takes … Continue reading
London: Britons may be overdosing on vitamins, according to a new report by insurer Norwich Union Healthcare. Four in ten family doctors believe patients are taking too many of the supplements without knowledge of possible serious side effects. Most family … Continue reading
London: Around 2.5 million people in the UK experience suffer chronic back pain at some point in their lives which results in over 80 million days off work and this in itself leads to over a million GP referrals and … Continue reading
Kiel: A German man was able to chow down on a bratwurst sandwich after surgeons grew a new jaw bone on his back muscle and transplanted the bone to his mouth. The 56-year-old man had part of his lower jaw … Continue reading
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Epilight Hair Removal A non-invasive light therapy device specifically designed to eliminate undesired hair from all parts of the body. Epilight uses pulsed light to remove hair and impair hair regrowth. First a cool gel and a hand held treatment … Continue reading
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AMERICAN BODY WRAP The manufacturers say you can lose a minimum of seven inches over the entire body with one treatment and could drop a dress size after six sessions. They claim you won’t put the inches back on unless … Continue reading
Thighs INCHWRAP The Inchwrap treatment claims to detoxify the body, stimulating the activation of lymphatic circulation to break down cellulite, disperse fatty tissues and revitalise skin during the hour’s session, so results should be seen immediately.
Ionithermie Body is scrubbed then layers of a mineral mud are applied inbetween gauze. Pads connected to an electrical stimulant are attached to increase lymphatic draining. The whole treatment takes about an hour and a half.
Advanced Keymodule Endermologie Therapists treat the area with a handheld massager with two motorised rollers that rotate in different directions and have a vacuum action. It is similar to a deep tissue massage. About 12-16 treatments are needed to make … Continue reading
Bio-dermology uses compression and decompression to liquidise fat which is then reabsorbed via the bloodstream. An anti-cellulite gel is applied before the massage device is run up and down the leg and bottom for around 40 minutes.
The Caci Quantum bust lift uses an electrical current to strengthen the support muscles. The treatment takes thirty minutes and about 10 are recommended. A therapist moves metal applicators or cotton-tipped probes over the skin in a massaging motion to … Continue reading
The Marine Spa Firming Treatment starts with an exfoliating treatment, then oils are applied before the arm is covered with a marine gel which contains algae and vitamins. The arms are wrapped so that the nutrients can penetrate the skin. … Continue reading
