Health and Beauty

Vibe serves Wimbledon craving with ace tennis tutor Jason Goatley

Vibe serves Wimbledon craving with ace tennis tutor Jason Goatley

11:12am Wednesday 19th June 2013

“COME on Andy!” You’ll probably hear that a lot over the coming weeks, but spare a thought for the unfortunate local newspaper reporter – not called Andy - who gets it a lot.

Cyclopark to celebrate first birthday with free open day

Biking enthusiasts took a turn around the 43 hectare Cyclopark on May 27 as part of a celebration organised by Kent Country Council (KCC)

4:39pm Tuesday 18th June 2013

GRAVESEND’S Cyclopark will celebrate its first birthday with a free family fun day on Friday, June 29.

Vibe's fitness tip of the month

LA fitness Orpington FREE Open Weekend (5 - 7 July)

9:26am Tuesday 18th June 2013

Want to fit in some exercise but can’t seem to find the spare time? 

Use your heart instinct for a healthier outlook

Is it possible to get an intuitive insight into certain likes and dislikes by putting your hand on your heart?

10:10am Monday 17th June 2013

Making decisions can be hard and often we rely on our 'gut instinct' to guide us in the right direction - but an expert reveals that there's another sense that we overlook. She tells Gabrielle Fagan how to listen to our heart.

Top cycle routes in south east London and north Kent: Dulwich Paragon's David Joss Buckley

3:32pm Thursday 13th June 2013

STRAP on your helmet and reach for the lycra because the Tour de France is back on Saturday, June 29.

Sixty seconds with Amy Childs

Sixty seconds with Amy Childs

11:12am Thursday 13th June 2013

WHEN reality TV star, beauty guru, and Health Lottery ambassador Amy Childs popped into Orpington to talk to young carers from Carers Trust Bromley, Vibe was there.

Time to talk, men

Time to talk, men

10:00am Tuesday 11th June 2013

What many dads really need this Father's Day is less stress and depression. But first they need to talk about their problems, says the Men's Health Forum. Lisa Salmon reports.

Kneed to know tips for joint care

Kneed to know tips for joint care

4:31pm Friday 7th June 2013

Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan's painful knees put an end to his sporting career. But today he's pain-free and active - and wants to help the one in four of us also suffering knee problems. Abi Jackson reports.

Medical research reaches new heights

Medical research reaches new heights

10:29am Tuesday 4th June 2013

Earlier this year a team of medics set off for Mount Everest - in a bid to improve intensive care survival rates. Lisa Salmon reports.

Health and fitness blog: month three

Boxercise - Pay as you go class

2:28pm Wednesday 29th May 2013

I AM sorry to say I have been a bad gym bunny over the last few weeks.

Hair's to summer

Hair's to summer

10:00am Wednesday 29th May 2013

Take the smooth route to summer beauty. Lisa Haynes reveals the secrets to fuzz-free skin.

Healing with flowers

Healing with flowers

10:00am Friday 24th May 2013

Flowers have their annual moment of glory at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show but their power to heal and boost wellbeing is less recognised. Flower essence consultant Clare G Harvey tells Gabrielle Fagan about remedies for a range of ailments from hay fever to stress.

Common cravings uncovered

Common cravings uncovered

4:10pm Thursday 16th May 2013

Those insatiable sugar pangs, or a sudden yearning for a juicy steak, could reveal more about your general health than you realise. Or, they could just mean you're hungry... Abi Jackson reports.

Musical medicine eases the memory gap

Residents take part in a music therapy session at Anglesea Heights, a Bupa-run nursing home in Ipswich.

5:06pm Wednesday 15th May 2013

Dementia can be extremely upsetting for both sufferers and their loved ones, but music therapy can have profoundly beneficial effects. Hannah Shaddock finds out how it's striking a chord with so many families.

Perfect twenties glamour

Twenties glamour: Photo credit: PA Photo/Vintage Beauty Parlour.

5:52pm Friday 10th May 2013

With a new Great Gatsby film out soon, everyone wants the flapper girl look. Lisa Haynes reveals how to transform yourself into a 1920s icon.

News Shopper and The Glades Shopping Centre hold Ladies Night in Bromley

Shop 'til you drop

10:29am Friday 10th May 2013

It’s fun, it’s fab and it’s free. Ladies Night at The Glades Shopping Centre is an event not to be missed!

Putting pain on the back foot

Putting pain on the back foot

4:49pm Wednesday 1st May 2013

Could reflexology be as effective as painkillers? A new study suggests, in some cases, it might. Lisa Salmon reports.

Coping with office politics

Coping with office politics

3:10pm Wednesday 24th April 2013

Coping with office politics is a fact of life in most organisations. But clinical psychologist Oliver James reveals how to minimise and deal with the toxic effects in order to succeed at work.

Eating for energy - dish up some fuel food

Eating for energy - dish up some fuel food

10:45am Friday 19th April 2013

Avoid running on empty with chef and TV regular Dale Pinnock's tasty recipes that will keep you going whether you're training for the London Marathon or just have a busy day ahead.

Spring clean your routine and get fit for free

What's On module top link image

11:11am Thursday 18th April 2013

The days are getting longer and brighter. So what better time to spring clean your fitness routine - on the cheap? Reporter HELOISE WOOD investigates.

Seven simple steps to good health

Seven simple steps to good health

5:36pm Friday 12th April 2013

A recent study reveals that seven lifestyle steps designed to improve heart health can also massively reduce the risk of cancer. Experts outline the Simple Seven and explain why following these relatively small steps can make a huge difference to overall health.

Fashion advice: Get your make-up right and create the ultimate red lip

Make a sugar scrub yourself or buy one from a beauty brand

5:14pm Thursday 11th April 2013

With our purses pinched tighter than ever it's time to work with the classics when it comes to fashion and beauty. I spoke to Natalie Bennett, a successful London-based make-up artist about the LBD of the beauty world - the Classic Red Lip.

World Tai Chi day breathes healing wave through Orpington and beyond

World Tai Chi day breathes healing wave through Orpington and beyond, picture courtesy of Ashley Cheeseman

11:41am Wednesday 10th April 2013

A GLOBAL Tai Chi event will see martial arts enthusiasts breathing calm through Orpington and beyond.

Spring curls with extra bounce

Spring curls with extra bounce

1:30pm Tuesday 9th April 2013

Supercharge your hair for spring with some extra bounce. Lisa Haynes unlocks the key to enviable curls

Overhaul your health for spring

Overhaul your health for spring

12:10pm Saturday 6th April 2013

Spring's an ideal time for overhauling your health. This week 12 Celebrities - Angela Griffin, Lulu, Louis Smith, Kara Tointon, Michelle Collins, Victoria Pendleton, Kimberly Wyatt, Charlie Dimmock, Lisa Maxwell, Myleene Klass, Nell McAndrew, Anna Friel, and Carol Vorderman - share their tips for staying fit.

Feeling breathless?

Feeling breathless?

3:15pm Friday 5th April 2013

Huffing and puffing a lot doesn't just mean you're unfit, it could be the result of a number of health problems. Here are some of the most common.

Bromley pair through to Miss London City beauty pageant final

Miss London City finalist Amy Carlin

12:23pm Friday 5th April 2013

TWO women from Bromley have made it through to the final of Miss London City.

Glee star Lea Michele wows with straight sleek hair

Glee star Lea Michele

10:30am Friday 5th April 2013

We all know her so well as Rachel Berry from the hit TV show Glee but recently Lea Michele stepped out of the salon sporting a very different look.

Jessie J and other ‘make-up free’ celebs on Twitter look beautiful

Singer Jessie J in her make-up free pose on Twitter

Now don’t get me wrong, our GWI stylists cannot live without their make-up bags. However, we am in absolute awe of the celeb #nofilter tweeters.

Video: Burn out in 'a nice way' with Brockley circuit training craze

Reaching burnout.

9:58am Wednesday 3rd April 2013

A News Shopper reporter is put through his paces by the latest in circuit training.

Life after cancer

Life after cancer

1:30pm Sunday 31st March 2013

Surviving a serious illness such as cancer is often seen as a cause to jump for joy, but in reality, finishing treatment can mean the start of a long, difficult journey of adjustment. Abi Jackson looks at the invisible struggles of the calm after the storm.

Top 10 health and fitness world records

Roman Blanco broke a health and fitness world record as the oldest person to climb the seven summits

11:50am Thursday 28th March 2013

If you’re looking to improve your health and fitness this spring, these incredible records may provide some inspiration ...

Health and fitness blog: month two

Health and fitness blog: month two

4:21pm Monday 25th March 2013

TWO months have passed since Nuffield Health asked me to review their health and wellbeing membership and I’ve lost almost half a stone.

The Velvet Beauty Room in Hayes launches with a special offer on facials

Image for Sensuosity

12:01pm Friday 22nd March 2013

IF YOU turn down a tiny road in deepest Hayes you will find a luxurious microcosm of all things beauty-related.

Jessica Alba didn't always "make the right choices"

Jessica Alba didn't always "make the right choices"

10:10am Friday 22nd March 2013

Jessica Alba has admitted she often struggled when deciding which roles to accept, but launching her own eco-friendly lifestyle company has given her a new self confidence in her abilities.

Spring beauty's bright new mood

Spring beauty's bright new mood

2:45pm Thursday 21st March 2013

Ditch the dark make-up for a lighter look for spring. Lisa Haynes unveils the new season nuances.

Shell out on some Easter beauty treats

Shell out on some Easter beauty treats

1:14pm Tuesday 19th March 2013

You don't need chocolate eggs for a sugary fix. Lisa Haynes gets cracking to discover the seasonal-inspired treats for your bathroom.

Bromley women through to Miss London City beauty contest semi-finals

Miss London City hopeful Amy Carlin

4:11pm Monday 18th March 2013

Two women from the Bromley borough are through to the semi-finals of the Miss London City beauty contest.

Preview: Vitality Show teams up with Women’s Sport and Fitness Foundation

Win tickets to the Vitality Show 2009

10:42am Wednesday 13th March 2013

THE Vitality Show will return later this month to celebrate London’s sporting success.

Beauty advice: Five steps to supermodel skin

Get supermodel skin in five steps

3:18pm Tuesday 12th March 2013

Want to get that fashion goddess catwalk look? Here are five tips to get you on your way.

Hair style advice: Colour veiling

Colour veiling is all about being bold with your shade choice

1:54pm Tuesday 12th March 2013

The ‘ombre’ look has been around for several seasons and now a new colour technique is emerging for 2013 – colour veiling.

Mother's Day: The essence of a mum is food, flowers and ... fresh washing?

3:44pm Friday 8th March 2013

A survey has attempted to capture what the ‘essence’ of a mum is ahead of Mother’s Day.

Review: Fitness craze Piloxing arrives in Beckenham

Genki Fitness Pilates

1:22pm Thursday 7th March 2013

AFTER one session of Piloxing I felt like Jane Fonda and Rocky rolled into one.

Review: Hatha Yoga in Bromley

MIND/BODY: Three women practicing yoga

12:44pm Monday 4th March 2013

YOGA has a huge number of reported benefits for health and wellbeing.

Spa review: Rowhill Grange in Wilmington

Spa review: Rowhill Grange in Wilmington

11:55am Friday 1st March 2013

Life has been pretty stressful over the last few months, and I was desperate to run away and leave it all behind – at least for one night.

Christina Hendrix's redhead look oozes sexuality

Christina Hendrix

12:00pm Thursday 28th February 2013

More top hair tips from GWI, this week looking at the red look as worn by Christina Hendrix.

Health benefits of chocolate - shock news, treats could be good for you

Chocolate is reported to have some surprising health benefits

Here are seven reasons why chocolate may actually be good for you ...

Five ‘healthy’ habits that are making you fat

Some healthy habits could make you fat

A look at how five habits you think are good for you may actually be detrimental to your health.

Anne Hathaway's cropped hair after Les Miserablés was brave move but looks stunning

STAR: BAFTA winner Anne Hathaway

4:01pm Monday 18th February 2013

Everyone at GWI could not wait for the release of the film adaptation of Les Miserablés.

Health and fitness blog: month one

Genki Fitness Pilates

4:43pm Friday 15th February 2013

LIKE almost everybody at the beginning of the year I started thinking about my health, wellbeing and fitness (or lack of).






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