When Tracey Bardell’s daughter decided to have cosmetic surgery to get rid of a bump on her nose, she wanted some reassurance of how she’d look after the op. But despite 30-year-old Holly’s concerns about rhinoplasty, the surgeon couldn’t offer her any visual example of what she could expect. “She told him she needed to know if the end of her nose was going to look too fat because the top had been narrowed but he just kept saying it would look lovely,” says Tracey. “It was so frustrating and just left her feeling even more uncertain. She came home and said to me, ‘wouldn’t it be great if ..read more

During this period of uncertainty, change of routine, and lack of freedom that we are all so used to, it is as important as ever to look after your mental health as well as your physical health. Some people have found themselves enjoying more time at home with family, time to take up a new hobby, or stay away from their stressful commute to work every day. However, many people have found themselves scrolling through social media, comparing their “quarantine life” to others, eating more and moving less, which can negatively impact their mental health. Plan your day. Creating a schedule to you ..read more

If you’re plant-based, you probably know just how difficult it can be to find places to eat. Luckily for you, we’ve compiled a list of some great vegan-friendly spots in Liverpool! GREEN FORK ph: @properbossfood Based at 52 Rose Lane, Green Fork is a vegan restaurant by Chef Sean Paul Redding. The spot is open on Thursday, Friday nd Saturday evening and uses the best regional ingredients. What’s more, every bill comes with an optional donation that goes towards off-setting carbon, meaning all meals are carbon neutral! A truly guilt free food haven. THE CALEDONIA Serving meals 12-9pm daily, al ..read more

Check out our comprehensive list of of Gyms, Fitness Centres, Studios and Clubs. ABS Liverpool ABS Liverpool City Centre 0151 363 2356 City Centre Lower Ground Floor Silkhouse Court Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QW https://absolutebodysolutions.co.uk/ ABS South Liverpool ABS South Liverpool 0151 363 2356 Churchill House Gaskill Road Speke L24 9PF https://absolutebodysolutions.co.uk/ Dedicated Fitness XL Dedicated Fitness XL 0151 721 0111 9A Huyton Business Park Huyton Liverpool L36 6BP Open 24/7 From £22.99 per month Dedicated Fitness XL PureGym Aintree      ..read more

Whether you’re a seasoned runner, go for the occasional jog or plan on getting fit in the future, there’s a plethora of great outdoor locations in Liverpool for you to get in shape. Liverpool Waterfront Liverpool Waterfront © Adam Loughran An amazing spot to catch the sunset on an evening, the Liverpool Waterfront offers runners a route in the shadow of the Albert Dock and past the M&S Bank Arena. Watch out for all the tourists and concert-goers. Sefton Park Sefton Park © Adam Loughran As seasons change, runners can expect to see leaves fall, greens turn an autumnal brown or spring flowers ..read more

Liverpool has quickly established itself as a paradise for vegetarians and vegans with a wide range of restaurants serving up delicious meat-free dishes. This is somewhat of a recent phenomenon as many people have taken the plunge and ditched the meat. Vegetarian cuisine is constantly evolving and in recent years restaurants have answered the calls for more choice when it comes to veggie food. Throughout the city, restaurants can regularly be found serving up thoughtful and creative dishes packed with bold flavours. Gone are the days of one of two meat-free options on the menu, the veggie and ..read more

Keeping fit and losing weight may seem expensive, but there are simple ways to keep fit that don’t break the bank. Don’t waste your money on diet pills and ab toners. Instead, follow these simple but effective ways to reach your goal. Walk more By increasing your steps per day this increases your non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT). This is when your body burns calories through activities that aren’t sports. You could do this by cleaning, gardening, shopping (result), or by taking the stairs. Aiming for 10k to 15k steps per day could help the average person burn 400-600 calories extra p ..read more

In a world of technology, we use smart phones and smart watches every day to make every day life easier and more efficient. There is a variety of apps that can help us to improve our health and fitness, and keep us motivated in the process. Don’t get lost in thousands of fitness and health apps the App Store has to offer, instead we have selected some of the best apps to reach your fitness goals. My Fitness Pal My fitness pal is an app that allows you to track calories, steps, exercise and even water intake. you can link it to your iPhone step count and its barcode scanner feature makes it sup ..read more

1) Turmeric Turmeric contains a potent natural anti-inflammatory agent called curcumin, which also gives it its vibrant yellow colour. This compound works by boosting the activity of cells in your immune system which as variety of positive effects on your body; primarily to help fight infection and prevent free radical damage to your cells which prevent against chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease and dementia. 2) Garlic Garlic has a variety of health benefits. It contains a compound called allicin. When garlic is crushed this compound turns into an active but unstable compound call ..read more

While it’s still a good idea to stay home as much as possible, we mustn’t forget about staying not only healthy but also fit! But how to do it, if we cannot go out and have our regular bike trip? Of course, we can always train on our smart trainer, but let’s face it – it’s getting dull pretty fast. Viro Race can change those boring and monotonous training sessions into something way more engaging. How will it work? It’s simple – by adding some gamification into your workout! Features of Viro Race Pro Viro Race Pro was designed for those who treat their training with the greatest solemnity, tra ..read more