We invite you to explore Jamaica through the lens of provenance, craft, and terroir, from world-renowned exports to under-the-radar artisanal movements, offering strong angles across food, drink, travel, and wellness. BLUE MOUNTAIN COFFEE: THE FULL STORY, AT THE SOURCE Craighton … Continue reading
by Avril O’Connor The vista is of grapevines which stretch as far as the eye can see. Only the buzzing sound of cicadas can be heard as the sun goes down amid the heat of the late afternoon. On the … Continue reading
The Jumeirah Hotel and Spa at Port Soller on the north-west coast of Mallorca is one of the most beautiful and luxurious resorts in Spain. And that view is shared by the spa experts at CondeNast Traveller, which shortlisted it … Continue reading
The islands that speckle Mozambique’s coastline are a welcome vision of paradise for every guest. Seamlessly blending in with the natural beauty that surrounds them, Bazaruto Island is an ideal destination for marine adventurers. Equally as breath taking as the … Continue reading
YOUR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES: Luxurious accommodation Full use of the Spa facilities, indoor pool, fitness centre and sauna gardens Complimentary Wi-Fi TERMS AND CONDITIONS Rates are based on two guests sharing one bedroom Rates include tax and are offered subject to … Continue reading
Every so often we visit a very special hotel and spa – the Vineyard at Newbury is one of those places. It’s because the people who work there go that extra mile to make their guests feel totally at home and every corridor is a living art gallery.
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by Avril O’Connor Butterflies in December, hillsides bursting with the brilliant red flowers of the poinsetta tree and sunshine so warm that you can sit outside and soak it up until early evening. That is Madeira in winter…the Portuguese island … Continue reading
This hotel is just pure class. Just like the world-renowned Eden Rock in Antibes, in the South of France, its pool is set on a striking rocky outcrop. The views are spectacular and its hard to believe that this tranquil … Continue reading
At Elixir we promote the anti-ageing properties of red wine – it is full of antioxidants, including resveratrol. And we thought the only way to sample the anti-ageing effects was to drink it! So you might perhaps understand my shock when I sampled vinotherapy for the first time.
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France is twice the size of Britain and has a population of just over 62m – a few thousand more than the UK – which is why there is so much more space to get away from the hustle and … Continue reading
Montreux, Switzerland: For decades, the rich, famous and powerful have come to the Swiss town of Clarens, on Lake Geneva, in search of the elixir of youth.
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Los Angeles: Vitamin D and curcumin could help rid the brain of Alzheimer’s plaques, according to scientists at the University of California Riverside and Los Angeles. They have found that a combination of vitamin D3 and a synthetic form of … Continue reading
The human mouth is teeming with bacteria. Brushing, flossing, and traditional dental care often aren’t enough to escape the health risks of too much of the wrong kind of bacteria in the human mouth. With oral probiotics, we may be … Continue reading
Toronto: A substance found in grapefuit could become a key ingredient in fighting obesity and diabetes, according to a new study. Naringenin, a flavonoid found in citrus fruit such as grapefruit which gives it its bitter taste , makes the … Continue reading
Tokyo: Japanese people are living longer than ever, with the average life expectancy now 86.05 years for women and 79.29 years for men, the country’s health ministry has revealed. The life expectancy of Japanese women increased by almost 22 days … Continue reading
SCHWARZKOPF BC TIME RESTORE WITH CO-Q10 (pictured above) www.schwarzkopft.co.uk Shampoo $16.30 (12.68, £8.30); Conditioner $18 (13.50, £9.20) Packed with anti-ageing antioxidants this is a complet range of products with everything you need to iron out the wrinkles in your hair. … Continue reading
Boston: Obesity, among other factors, is strongly associated with an increased risk of rapid cartilage loss, according to a study published in the August issue of the magazine Radiology. “We have isolated demographic and MRI-based risk factors for progressive cartilage … Continue reading
Dr. Renato Calabria, pioneer of the Stem-Cell Enhanced Facelift has unveiled before and after pictures of the procedure he performed in Florence, Italy earlier this Spring. While it’s still early, the results will only get better over time! Here Dr … Continue reading
London: Alcohol misuse in people aged over 60 in the UK is on the increase, new research suggests. A survey carried out by the charity Foundation66 found over one in eight (13%) admitted to drinking more following retirement. Of these, … Continue reading
London: Most doctors feel Alzheimer’s sufferers do not receive sufficient treatment, according to a new survey. The IMPACT (Important Perspectives on Alzheimers Care & Treatment) study explored the views of 1800 people – physicians (GPs and specialists),1 Alzheimer’s carers,1 payors1 … Continue reading
London: Crowns are an excellent way to get beautiful teeth. The animations right and below graphically illustrate the procedure of placing dental crowns: CROWNS Q What is a crown? A Crowns are an ideal way to rebuild teeth which have … Continue reading
A new natural sugar alternative thats safe for diabetics is now available and to mark its debut Zsweet is offering all ELIXIR readers a 10% discount. All you have to do is go to www.zsweet.eu and click to buy a … Continue reading
Newcastle: British scientists created human sperm from stem cells for the first time in a bid to better understand the causes of male infertility. The researchers, led by Karim Nayernia from Newcastle University, developed a technique to turn stem cells … Continue reading
