Rentokil Provides Pest Control as Part of HACCP Compliance in the Food Manufacturing Industry

Cape Town, South Africa (PRWEB UK) 11 April 2013

Companies involved in the food processing and manufacturing industries have always been required to uphold the strictest health and safety requirements to ensure that their food products are safe for consumers. Now, ever-tightening policies and regulations for example the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) - take those requirements to new heights and require that the source of any failings in the food chain be accurately pinpointed. Companies in the food industry are now required to have accredited certification proving that all potential risks have been managed.

One way of managing these food safety risks is by turning to HACCP. HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) is system devised to ensure the quality of the end-product of virtually any process, although it is applied most commonly to the food manufacturing process. Rather than a set of rules, this system is a tool to assess the hazards inherent in all main steps of a manufacturing operation and to establish control systems that implement preventative measures critical to the safety of the end-product, rather than relying on testing the end product.

In the 30 years since its inception HACCP has been widely adopted to ensure that food is safe for consumption, and has become the standard for ensuring food safety at every stage; from preparation, processing, manufacturing, transportation, distribution and handling to packaging, storing, supplying, selling and consuming.

An effective pest control programme is a vital part of the preventative measures required by HACCP in the food industry. Pests in high risk food processing areas pose a threat to human health and must be controlled. However, this approach must also address the potential risk of contamination of food products with pesticides. These two factors can often be in direct conflict, and therefore require very careful management by a registered, professional pest control company such as Rentokil. In a HACCP environment the prevention of pests should take priority, rather than the destruction of pests using chemical methods. This requires working in partnership with a reputable provider - such as Rentokil - to implement an integrated pest management system.

The biggest pest risks facing the food manufacturing industry are those presented by flying insects, stored product insects and rodents. As potential carriers of the bacteria that cause dysentery, gastroenteritis and salmonellosis, flies pose a real health risk as they move from decaying matter to food and other surfaces. Effective flying insect control is therefore critical. Luminos electric fly killer units from Rentokil are designed for industrial use in sensitive areas, and are far more effective than conventional fly zapping devices. The Luminos electric fly killer system works with a patented adhesive film technology which hygienically encapsulates insects and eliminates the risk of contamination by fragments. Luminos units get rid of flies efficiently, and their effectiveness has been verified by SINTEF, the independent Scandinavian research organisation.

Stored product pests are another big risk to the food manufacturing industry, and it is vital to protect valuable raw food materials in storage and warehouse rooms effectively. Rentokil offers glue traps with species-specific pheromone bait, and pheromone traps which allow for efficient monitoring and control of the pest population. Bulk cargo and container fumigation can prove reliable solutions for difficult to treat areas, and should always be administered by a pest control professional trained in fumigation.

Rats and mice carry various bacterial and viral pathogens; another serious risk in the food industry. Rentokil offers a wide range of professional rodent control solutions to get rid of rats and mice, including monitoring systems, non-toxic control methods and rodenticides. The method of treatment is always selected carefully to suit the requirements of the protected area and to ensure compliance with HACCP criteria. By selecting the most appropriate combination of baits, rat and mouse traps, detection boxes and treatments, Rentokil will prevent rodent migrations in to sensitive food processing and storage areas.

The consequences of a pest infestation can be severe. Failing an audit can put your business at risk, as can prosecution for non-compliance with relevant laws. Then there is the financial cost of damaged goods and materials, production downtime, and product recalls, not to mention customer compensation. And on top of all of this there is the loss of brand reputation that comes with a product recall or customer lawsuit. Can your business afford to take those risks?

About Rentokil Initial: The Rentokil Initial group specialise in pest control, hygiene services and interior landscaping for businesses across the globe. Using leading-edge, environmentally-friendly technology, their experts deliver a wide range of tailored services to businesses of all kinds. Read more about Rentokil's Pest Control services in the food manufacturing industry, or to arrange for a free pest control survey of your business, contact 0800 117 851.

Popular Homemade Dog Food Recipes Guide On Sale, 55 Percent Off During National Pet Month

(PRWEB) April 30, 2013

National Pet Month, celebrated in the month of April in the UK and during the month of May in the United States, is a time for paws, when dog lovers dote on their furry friends with lots of cuddles, chew toys and tasty homemade dog treats. But many commercial varieties of dog food arent exactly healthy. Per announcement today, authors of the Homemade Dog Food Recipes Guide are helping dog owners dish up wholesome and nutritional canine entrees. A $ 67 value, pet owners can purchase the guide for only $ 37 during the month of May.

The Homemade Dog Food Recipes Guide contains 13 inexpensive, easy-to-prepare, healthy dog food recipes, 10 treat recipes, 10 dog biscuits recipes, 4 diabetic recipes, 5 birthday cake treats, and more. Readers learn everything from what to feed their dogs to the best time for feedings, and how to combat certain ailments such as liver disease and diabetes through all-natural, mineral and Vitamin-rich foods. Laboratory tested and recommended by veterinarians, each recipe is carefully designed to cause no side effects, while promoting natural joint support, a healthy digestive tract, healthy skin and healthy teeth.

One reader, Lydia, writes, Even after a few days the benefits are clear: The recipes are great, giving Alba [what he] needs for his health

In addition to the popular Homemade Dog Food Recipes Guide, the authors offer useful tips and advice on a wide range of mealtime dog care. The company blog includes in-depth articles on obesity prevention and mealtime training.

All Homemade Dog Food Recipes Guide purchases are backed by a 100-percent, 60-day money-back guarantee. A $ 67 value, the guide is on sale during National Pet Month in May. To learn more about homemade dog food recipes, or to purchase a $ 37 copy of the in-depth guide, visit the Homemade Dog Food Recipes Guide company website.

Food Patch Testing: Relief for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

North Wales, PA (PRWEB) April 30, 2013

A groundbreaking medical study using the time-tested diagnostic tool of patch testing, traditionally used by dermatologists to determine causes for the skin rash eczema, has shown its usefulness in identifying foods that trigger irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dr. Michael Stierstorfer and his research team reported their findings in the March 2013 Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (Stierstorfer MB, Sha CT, Sasson M. Food Patch Testing for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. J Am Acad Dermatol 2013;68:377-84), which may represent a major advance in the understanding and treatment of irritable bowel syndrome.

Stierstorfer, Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania and founder of the IBS Centers for Advanced Food Allergy Testing, reports by applying a number of foods to the skin surface of people with IBS or IBS-like symptoms, we are able to screen for mild poison ivy-like reactions. When the foods causing these reactions are eliminated from the diet, many of these people report significant improvement in their IBS symptoms. It may be that the same allergic reaction detected by these tests on the skin is occurring in the gastrointestinal tract when the same foods are eaten. Inflammation resulting from the allergic reactions in the GI tract can alter normal intestinal function, giving rise to the IBS symptoms.

This is a completely new type of allergy testing for IBS, unlike the traditional prick and scratch skin testing and blood antibody testing, which have been deemed not helpful in a consensus report issued by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease in 2010. Stierstorfer agrees, stating the search for food antibodies in most cases has been like barking up the wrong tree, asking the wrong question. The allergic skin reaction implicated by Stierstorfers group involves white blood cell lymphocytes (Type 4 allergy), and is a completely different type of allergy than the antibody-mediated allergies (Type 1 allergy) that have been the focus of prior research.

10 to 15% of Americans suffer from IBS, which consists of unexplained belly discomfort or pain along with constipation, diarrhea or both. Previously, the medical community has felt IBS to be more of a mental than physical disease, and there has been no satisfactory treatment. The role of foods has been suspected since 50% of IBS sufferers report foods contribute to their symptoms. Until now, there has been no effective way of identifying which foods are responsible. In their study, Stierstorfer's group tested 51 individuals with IBS or IBS-like symptoms to a panel of 40 select foods and food additives. All who were found to have an allergic skin reaction to one or more of the foods were instructed to avoid eating the foods in question. 27.5% of those participating in the study experienced significant relief from their IBS symptoms when the foods identified by the testing were eliminated from the diet.

The IBS Centers for Advanced Food Allergy Testing are dedicated to helping individuals with IBS identify foods contributing to their condition. The Centers' headquarters are located in North Wales, PA, near Philadelphia. 80 additional carefully selected foods and food additives have been added to the 40 tested in the original study, with the expectation that a greater number of food allergies may be detected and greater number of individuals with IBS may benefit. For more information, contact Dr. Stierstorfer at 215-661-9044 or visit http://www.IBSfoodallergy.com.

Zion Health Announces Native Remedy; Ancient Clay Organic Soaps with High-grade Bentonite Clay; Now Available at Down to Earth Health food store in Hawaii

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 04, 2013

Zion Health, the leading manufacturer of healing clay body care products, announces that Down to Earth health food stores will now carry an innovative line of organic Ancient Clay Soaps, made with high-grade purifying clay. These natural soaps combine healing essential oils with pure calcium montmorillonite clay (Kanwa); a high grade form of bentonite clay. Ancient Clay Soaps offer a unique alternative to natural body care products with ingredients that are well known to improve skin quality.

Throughout history, clay medicine has been widely used to treat a variety of internal ailments and skin disorders. Aboriginal medicine men used a similar type of nutrient rich clay to draw toxins out of the body, and Native Americans used special types of clay to prevent the spread of infection and stimulate healing.

With its highly adsorbent nature, Kanwa clay has been scientifically tested by Arizona State University researchers to have the ability to magnetically bind fine-grained particles and remove toxins. Ancient Clay Soaps creatively use Kanwa clay to absorb skin pollutants, detoxify pores and enhance skin tone. Ancient Clay Soaps are known to balance skin pH and stimulate skin cell turnover. Kanwa clay is also nutrient rich and offers more than 60 trace minerals that is a popular remedy for firming and hydrating dry skin.

Zion Health organic Ancient Clay Soaps are now available at the Down to Earth health food store in Kailua and Aiea,HI, as well as food markets and co-ops throughout the United States, Canada and online at http://www.kanwaminerals.com . Zion provides its consumers with cruelty free, pure skin and body care products that are 100% vegan, free of parabens, aluminum and formulated using certified organic ingredients whenever possible. For more information on Zion Health products, go to http://www.zionhealth.com

Zion Health, Leading Manufacturer of Healing Clay Body Care, Supports Hy-Vee Health Food Stores Commitment to the Nebraska Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (NAND)

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 05, 2013

Joining forces with like-minded community sponsors, natural body care company Zion Health is supporting Hy-Vee health food stores as they donate to NAND for the annual Fuel Up With Color 5K and One Mile Kids Fun Run and Fitness Challenge. Zion Health will contribute over $ 1,000 worth of products to assist Hy-Vee with the cause.

As a firm believer that every growing business should have a strong focus to improve their surrounding communities, natural body care industry leader, Zion Health supports fellow natural foods store Hy-Vee in their shared goal to create a healthy community. Beyond their efforts to be a reliable purveyor of fresh groceries, Hy-Vee seeks to establish its stores as sources for consumer information on diet, nutrition and wellness topics. To do so, Hy-Vee employs dietitians, hosts consumer and employee wellness programs and has HealthMarket departments that feature natural products such as Zion Healths healing clay body care products.

Taking action in 2013 to encourage nutrition and fitness in children and adults, Hy-Vee is supporting NAND for the second annual Fuel Up With Color 5K and One Mile Kids Fun Run and Fitness Challenge. Last years race featured nutrition messages spread out along the course to remind participants of the importance of healthy eating and colorful plates of nutritious food. Children were also challenged with a fitness component at 1/4 mile stations to encourage the 5 food groups as part of a colorful and nourishing diet. Hy-Vee served as a local sponsor where registration was held at Hy-Vees club room. This years race will be held on September 28, 2013 in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Zion Healths ancient clay body care products draw on naturally sourced, sustainable and eco-friendly means that promote clean, green living. A sizable contribution of these products by Zion Health and Hy-Vee to NAND furthers a united effort from the natural health industry to promote nutrition and fitness throughout the community.

Zion Healths organic, natural ancient clay products are available at Hy-Vee stores throughout the mid-West nationwide, at http://www.kanwaminerals.com, and at health food markets and co-ops throughout the United States and Canada. Zion provides its consumers with pure skin and body care products that are 100% vegan, free of parabens, aluminum and formulated using certified organic ingredients whenever possible. For more information on Zion Health products, go to http://www.zionhealth.com

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Health Food Emporium Joins Aubrey Organics to Announce Aubrey's New Skin Care Line

(PRWEB) June 01, 2013

Gail Bowman, owner of Health Food Emporium, said in a recent interview, "Aubrey Organics has revamped and revitalized their skin care line. If you are a regular Aubrey user, you already know about their commitment to pure, wholesome, petrochemical-free products. In addition, Aubrey has now added some new ingredients that have been clinically proven. This combination of the ingredients that we know and love, plus some new additions, bring Aubrey's skin care line current with new discoveries in natural skin care."

According to Aubrey Organics, in a recent publication, "Aubrey is still using their signature ingredients, organic Rosa Mosqueta, sea buckthorn, oat protein, CoQ10, organic shea butter, jojoba and aloe vera, and many others. But Aubrey's all-natural skin care line now also features many new, proven ingredients backed by clinical trials: rye seed extract, carnosine and milk thistle to reduce the appearance and depth of wrinkles; prickly pear, organic quinoa and milk protein peptides to firm skin; beet root extract to boost the skins moisture; sea aster to reduce redness and sensitivity; natural salicylic acid from willow bark to fight acne and blemishes, and many more.

"Like all of Aubrey Organics natural products, these new formulas are shaped by founder Aubrey Hamptons vision of blending centuries of old herbal traditions with new science.

"We believe great ingredients make great products. This is the simple philosophy at the heart of the natural personal care company Aubrey Hampton founded more than 45 years ago. Since the beginning, the high standards Aubrey set for themselves has not changed. Aubrey uses only the finest herbals, plant extracts and natural vitamins. Youll find no paraben preservatives, no artificial colors or fragrances, no petrochemicals in any of our products. "

Health Food Emporium is an online health food store that has been committed to providing natural, whole food, supplements and skin care since 2003.

Ancient Minerals Serve as Natural Detox Remedy; Kanwa Minerals Detox Cleanse Products Now Available At Abundant Life Health Food Store at 201 E. Main St. Cortez, CO

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) June 06, 2013

Zion Health, manufacturer of Kanwa Detox Products is pleased that Abundant Life Health Food Store Colorado, a proprietor of natural products for over 32 years, will now carry Kanwa Minerals Daily Detox Tea and supplements for natural detoxification. These mineral purification products are uniquely formulated with edible-grade clay; Calcium Bentonite Montmorillonite (Kanwa), for effective, gentle internal cleansing.

Abundant Life Health Food Store focuses on providing high-quality natural products for health and detoxification. According to Abundant Life founder and owner Dyanna Hoffman, Detoxification is one of the bodys most basic automatic functions of eliminating and neutralizing toxins through the colon, liver, kidneys, lungs, lymph and skin. Dyanna highly recommends detoxification of the body and believes that an abundant life is one where you are conscious of what your body needs and give it wholesome and natural sustenance. Abundant Life expands its detoxification specialty products with the natural addition of Zion Healths organic daily detox tea and mineral supplements with purifying Kanwa Minerals.

Kanwa is composed of inert supercharged minerals with negative electromagnetic energy derived from thermodynamic volcanic heat. This magnetic property gives Kanwa the ability to attract positively charged particles such as bacteria, toxins and heavy metals and remove them from the body. According to MIT scientist Dr. Robert T. Martin, bentonite clay also has a large surface area that enhances its adsorption and in turn, its elimination of toxic substances. Kanwa Minerals Detox Tea and supplements is a popular homeopathic detox remedy known to rid the body of harmful bacteria, environmental pollutants, radiation and metals such as mercury that have been ingested or absorbed.

Zion Health is committed to providing high grade- clay based products for natural health and detoxification. Zion Healths organic, natural ancient clay products are available at Abundant Life Health Food Store at 201 E. Main St. Cortez, CO, online at http://www.kanwaminerals.com and at health food markets and co-ops throughout the United States and Canada. Zion provides its consumers with pure skin and body care products that are vegan, free of parabens and aluminum and formulated using certified organic ingredients whenever possible. For more information on Zion Health products, go to http://www.zionhealth.com.

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Bel Marra Health Reports on New Research Revealing Food Elements to Reduce Cellulite

Toronto, ON (PRWEB) June 08, 2013

Bel Marra Health, who offers high-quality, specially formulated vitamins and nutritional supplements, reports on a new study revealing a healthy diet containing certain elements can help to reduce cellulite.

As Bel Marra Health reports in its article, (http://www.belmarrahealth.com/anti-aging/what-can-get-rid-of-that-nasty-cellulite) 80 percent of women in the western world have cellulite and many are desperate to find ways to get rid of it. There are all sorts of potions and lotions on the market that claim to help people get rid of those stubborn dimples on their thighs and buttocks. Scientists argue that there really is no quick fix. In fact, more and more experts believe that a balanced lifestyle is the best way to keep cellulite under control.

Cellulite is a dimpling or cottage cheese effect that skin displays due to the stretching of connective tissues around fat deposits. While many people believe that cellulite is associated with being overweight, research shows that even thin people can have it.

Scientists continue to study the safest and most cost-effective ways to treat cellulite. Interestingly, in recent years scientists have uncovered what they believe is a link between a nutritious diet and cellulite scores to help eliminate that bothersome appearance.

A study published in the U.S National Library of Medicine found that rubbing a spermine-trapping molecule on the thigh could help lower thigh cellulite scores. Spermine is found in a wide range of organism and tissues. It was first found in human semen, but most recently discovered in food. Ground meat, lunch meat, green peas, and cheddar cheese are good sources of food to add into a diet.

This isnt the only evidence that seems to connect diet with cellulite. An Italian study shows that a hormone known as adiponectin appears to act as protection against cellulite in the buttocks. The authors say if you want to keep levels of this hormone from dropping, the best approach is to maintain a good diet; a diet free of fried or fatty foods. Studies have demonstrated that switching to a vegetarian diet can increase adiponectin levels by as much as 19 percent.

Some medical professionals believe a diet rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties is a good way to prevent cellulite. Antioxidants prevent free radicals from weakening connective tissues that often lead to lumps and bumps in the skin. Foods that are high in antioxidants include blueberries, beans, and cranberries.

Doctor Howard Murad is one of the worlds leading experts on skin health. He recommends antioxidants to maximize skin health, including foods that contain vitamins A, C and E. He also suggests polyphenols and bioflavonoids. He calls them skin-nourishing. These nutrients can be found in leafy green vegetables, as well as fruits like oranges, pomegranates, and mangoes.

Murad and his supporters believe that dehydration can increase the appearance of cellulite. Staying hydrated and consuming foods rich in Omega-3, instead of fatty foods, can diminish the appearance of dimples. These meals might include fish, eggs, or omega-3 enriched yogurt.

While there is no magic cure for cellulite, recent research seems to suggest that a healthy diet and exercise can help firm up the skin and a smooth its appearance.

(SOURCE: Greger, Michael, Dr. "Can Cellulite Be Treated With Diet?" Care2. N.p., 29 May 2013. Web.)

Bel Marra Health is the maker of Clinical Ageless Complex, a high-quality nutritional supplement gives you the youth activating effects of two of the most formidable age fighters. ALC-7 has anti-oxidant properties that help reverse many age-associated declines in cellular function. Resveratrol helps maintain healthy blood pressure and also helps maintain clear and sharp mental function. All ingredients are backed with scientific evidence. Every product is tested for safety, quality, and purity at every stage of the manufacturing process. Furthermore, Bel Marra Health products are produced only in Health Canada approved facilities, going the extra mile to ensure that our health-conscious customers are getting top quality products. For more information on Bel Marra Health visit http://www.belmarrahealth.com or call 1-866-531-0466.

Health Food Emporium Owner Says, The Best New Year Resolution is a Promise to Yourself to Achieve Better Health in 2013!

(PRWEB) December 31, 2012

In a recent interview, Gail Bowman, owner of Health Food Emporium, said Everyone is interested in doing better for the new year. But the biggest gift you can give yourself is better health. I have 5 top Resolutions that can help people to get better health for themselves and their families this year.

Here are Ms Bowmans 5 top Resolutions for 2013:

1. Work on losing weight. There is a lot of new research out there to help with losing weight. Researchers have know for several years that Fucoxanthin, the main ingredient in Garden of Lifes Fucothin, aids weight loss. According to a study done in 2007, Japanese researchers found that fucoxanthin induced between 10 and 12 pounds more weight loss compared with placebo over a 16-week period in women who consumed 1,800 calories per day. This study also showed beneficial reductions in visceral body fat. Excess amounts of visceral body fat are linked to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.

In addition, according to Gail Bowman, You cant depend on a weight loss supplement alone, a high protein, low carb, low calorie diet in addition to regular exercise will help you on your way to a new, slimmer you this year.

2. Eat better quality, more nutritious foods. In a series of articles on the dangers of fast foods, Dr Mercola explains that fast food, or junk foods, that are so common in our lives today, actually can cause neurological problems, diabetes and obesity in our children! Dr Don Colbert even shows us that there are many easy, fast diet foods that are dangerously high in chemicals and sugar!

So what to do? Ms Bowman says,Look for low sugar, low carb foods made entirely of foods that you can recognize. If you are reading a label and you dont recognize a food, it probably isnt food! Go Organic and grass fed with no added hormones or antibiotics whenever you can. This takes determination, and true dedication, but making fresh veggies the majority of your familys meal, instead of the side dish, actually costs less than buying fast food.

3. Avoid Toxins in your foods and in your environment. Dr Don Colbert recently wrote, here are several steps you can take to decrease the amount of toxins entering your body. Begin by learning which products are safer for your skin and hair care routine. According to Ms Bowman, you can start by educating yourself about the toxins in your household cleaners, skin and hair care products, and in normal household items like fluorescent light bulbs.

4. Do some sort of exercise every day. In a recent article, John Abdo, a Fitness Trainer, wrote, There have been studies showing that regular exercise over long periods of time reduces the risk of heart attacks, improves lung function, lowers blood glucose, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, and improves muscle and bone strength with advancing age. These studies suggest that exercise can extend lifespan...

Ms Bowman says, Exercise doesnt have to mean a gym membership. It just means being in motion. So, exercise is cleaning the house, walking, biking, swimming, playing with the grandkids, gardening, etc. Try to be moving in a way that gets your heart rate up and gets you out of your usual rut, for at least 1 hour every day.

5. Reduce your stress. In a recent article, Dr Mercola said, One of the most common problems I hear from patients is that they felt fatigued, anxious or depressed. And they often have trouble sleeping -- even though they are exhausted.

According to Ms Bowman, almost all of us are over stressed these days, but we can consciously make choices that will reduce our stress. She says, Eat healthy meals and feed your body so you can fight off the effects of stress; Consider taking herbal supplements that help your body to respond in a healthy way to cortisol; get exercise every day; find a job that is less stressful or that gives you more feelings of achievement; and set out to reduce your debt load this year, not increase it as so many of us tend to do.

By choosing to improve our lifestyle, our diet and our financial position, we can make 2013 the 'best of years'. This year, make and keep resolutions that will improve your life by improving your health.

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Discounted Rates on Food and Travel Deals in Australia Now Available on DealMonkey

Melbourne, Australia (PRWEB) February 08, 2013

Australias leading daily deals and online bargains aggregator site, DealMonkey, unveils this weeks newest lifestyle deals.

For vacationers to Australia who are on a budget, log on to DealMonkey now and grab a $ 39 coupon for an all-you-can-eat Thai feast for two at Thai Lemongrass in Darlinghurst. This daily deal includes two glasses of Woodhouse wine and features a mouthwatering selection of authentic Thai cuisine. The selection includes Thai favorites such as satay sticks, lime leaves and peppercorn stirfry, sweet potato curry, Pad See Ew and more. Shoppers who grab this coupon can also choose to upgrade to a package for four or six, also at discounted rates.

Meanwhile, tourists who are looking for an affordable and worthwhile way to spend downtime in Sydney can take advantage of a Sydney deal featuring an overnight stay for two people with a bottle of wine and late checkout at Napoleon on Kent for only $ 119. This Sydney deal can also be upgraded to a three-night stay for two people for only $ 265.

As the largest and most popular city in Australia, Sydney is a must-see for all visitors and tourists. It is widely considered around the world as one of the most beautiful and dynamic cities with its thriving cultural, musical and culinary hubs, to name a few. Napoleon on Kent is strategically situated in the heart of Sydney and is an ideal starting point for a city tour. The hotel itself is a serene oasis amidst a bustling city.

Finally, DealMonkey also offers a hair care package starting at only $ 29. The deal includes style cut, treatment and blow dry at Ohana Hair Body & Skin located in Corrimal. An ideal gift for friends and loved ones, this online bargain can be upgraded to include a half-head of foils ($ 49) or a full head of foils ($ 79). Shoppers who take advantage of this deal also get a $ 10 voucher for future services.

Daily deals and coupons are available for a limited time only so go online now and start stocking up on coupons before they run out or expire. As one of the leading deal aggregator sites in Australia, DealMonkey has the best and the latest daily deals on a variety of lifestyle needsfrom food, fashion, entertainment to sports, health and wellness, travel and adventure and even pet care. Aside from online bargains, DealMonkey also features regularly updated daily catalogues and competitions.

To get started on DealMonkey, go to the website, register for a new account and choose daily deals based on personal preference. Choices will be compiled in one daily, customized email through DealMonkeys subscriber profiling feature.

Online shoppers who are headed to Australia for a business trip or a holiday can find other Australia-based coupons including Melbourne deals and Adelaide deals, among others.

Deal Monkey is managed by Melbourne-based digital solutions company The Digital Group (TDG).

An oft overlooked function of daily deal aggregator sites like DealMonkey is for planning a holiday on a budget. By just going around the different categories in DealMonkey, anyone can put together a nice, value-for-money Australian holiday, TDG Managing Director Ashley Farrugia said.

Melbourne-headquartered TDG offers a unique one-stop online facilitation business. It helps businesses and organizations in all aspects of their online business and growth strategy.

TDGs expertise in the online area stems partially from its own experiences in launching, growing and operating the following websites:

DealMonkey Australias largest aggregation site of daily deals

DealFREE Australias only daily deal site requiring no upfront financial commitment

PETBox Australias only vertical aggregating product specials in the pet vertical

All the Catalogues An aggregation site of all retail-based catalogues published in Australia

Doggish - Australias number one ranked classified site for the sale/purchase of dogs

Horsez A leading Australian site for the sale/purchase of horses

The digital solutions firm sets itself further apart in the Australian digital space by also offering email marketing solutions via Sendnow. It also has one of the largest digital marketing teams in Australia. The group manages nearly two million non-incentivized email addresses and offers some powerful solutions across EDMs, co-registrations, lead generation, member acquisition, post-sale web traffic, SEO and SEA.

Californias Island View Is Uniquely Natural; Zion Health's Natural Clay Remedies Now Available at Isla Vista Health food store in Santa Barbara, CA

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 03, 2013

Zion Health, innovator of healing clay body care products, is pleased to announce that Isla Vista Food Co-op in Isla Vista, California, now carries Zion Healths ClayBrite toothpaste, Adama Minerals hair care products, natural clay deodorants, and moisturizing mineral lotions, with native, healing bentonite montmorillonite (Kanwa) clay. Dedicated to organic, high-quality personal care, Zion Healths line of healing clay remedies provides consumers a natural alternative to petroleum and chemical-based products.

The all-natural body care regimen offered by Zion Health is a plant-derived, vegan-friendly line that cleanses, detoxifies and nourishes with Kanwa clay. Known to be a staple home remedy among indigenous populations for centuries, this unique clay has undergone extensive scientific testing to reveal its unique healing properties. Researchers report in the Canadian Journal of Microbiology (31 [1985], pages 50-53) that bentonite clay traps herbicides, pesticides and viruses and a publication in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology 1985 April; 49(4) notes that bentonite can extract heavy metals.

Zion Healths Claybrite natural toothpastes, deodorants, hair care shampoos and conditioners contain this high grade mineral enriched clay (bentonite montmorillonite) that is well known for its detoxifying and healing properties. Zion provides its consumers with pure skin and body care products that are vegan, free of parabens and aluminum and formulated using certified organic ingredients whenever possible. For more information on Zion Health products, please visit to http://www.zionhealth.com.

Zion Healths trailblazing, organic line of ancient clay body care products is now available at Isla Vista Food Cooperative at 6575 Seville Road in Isla Vista, California. Isla Vista Food Co-op aims to be a community hub offering natural, sustainable products from environmentally and socially responsible companies like Zion Health. Both institutions share a common vision to practice transparency and maintain integrity with the organic products they promote.

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Anti-Aging Foods | How Beauty of Food Helps People Improve the Tightness and Texture of Their Skin Tony Nguyen

Seattle, Wa (PRWEB) June 08, 2013

Beauty of Food is a new skin care treatment book that provides users with a list of anti-aging foods, a list of beauty detox foods, and step-by-step instructions on how to be beautiful naturally. This book is created by Hanan - a natural beauty consultant, who has spent the past 13 months on putting all of her beauty secrets into one easy-to-understand book called the Beauty of Food book. In addition, the book introduces to people a list of skin clearing foods, a list of foods for beautiful skin, and a list of foods for healthy skin that they can use to rejuvenate their skin naturally. Furthermore, in this book, people can discover beauty tips, and secrets that help them look 5 to 7 years younger. After Hanan launched the Beauty of Food book, a lot of customers have used it for rejuvenating their skin naturally without using drugs or pills. They said that this new skin care treatment book helped them become more beautiful, more confident, and younger from 5 to 7 years. Consequently, the website Vkool.com made a full review about this book.

A full review of Beauty of Food on the site Vkool.com points out that in the Beauty of Food book, people will discover secret tips that help them slow the aging process, ways to avoid future wrinkles, ways to remove acne and wrinkles, and tips for younger looking hands. In addition, the book reveals to people a natural recipe that Hanan has used on herself, and her customers to lighten and whiten their neck area. Furthermore, the book also introduces to people the Eastern shiny hair secret, which they can use for getting the healthy and shiny hair. Moreover, inside this book, people will find out some types of foods that they can use for improving the tightness and texture of their skin instantly.

Tony Phan from the site Vkool.com says that: Beauty of Food is the unique book that provides people with detailed information on beauty detox foods, foods for healthy skin, foods for beautiful skin, and skin clearing foods. With this book, people will get everything they need to cleanse their skin, eradicate acne and wrinkles, and get a healthy skin. In addition, the book gets a policy of money back within 8 weeks if it does not work for users.

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BalanceME Weight Loss Camps for Teens & Kids Support National Food Month

Asheville, NC (PRWEB) April 11, 2013

BalanceME's fitness and health weight loss camps for teens and kids join the nation in bringing awareness to National Food Month. While many view healthy food as diet food, BalanceME has created a nutrition and culinary plan that teaches kids, teens, and their parents that delicious food can be nutritious food.

In a classroom and demonstration setting, campers are taught portion sizes, taste profile, and healthy substitutions. Plus, campers gain culinary skills to understand what goes into their food and how to prepare simple meals at home.

At our weight loss camps for teens and kids, we help campers learn how their favorite foods can be prepared in healthier ways, commented John Gordon, Owner and CEO of BalanceME, Plus we expand their taste palette to include new foods they love that are healthier for their bodies.

As part of the BalanceME experience, seasoned chefs and nutritionists have designed a curriculum that shows teens the science of good nutrition, then train them on how to prepare healthier versions of the foods they already love by simpling changing the ingredients.

With this healthy, realistic plan, BalanceME campers had the highest reported weight loss of any weight loss camp for teens in 2012, with campers averaging 4.25 lbs lost per week.

Because kids face shame from peers and adults about their weight, campers at BalanceME often arrive with a negative, stressful relationship to food and feel powerless to change their food habits.

Having a good relationship with food means realizing that food is the body's fuel. It is important for campers to know that their mood, energy levels, and performance at school or in sports are all affected by what kind of food fuel they're consuming.

While it's great to try new things, it's also good to know that many of our favorites foods can be made in a healthy way, continued John Gordon, Thats what campers at our weight loss camps for teens and kids learn.

In honor of National Food Month, BalanceME is sharing some of their favorite recipes, proving that some of our nation's favorite foods can be healthy. Recipe can be found here: http://balanceme.com/health-camp-recipes/.

Families interested in learning more about BalanceME can contact John Gordon at (800) 975-0435 or visit BalanceME.com for more information.

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BalanceME health camps (http://www.BalanceME.com) were created in response to the growing obesity epidemic and the unmet needs for a realistic, scientific, and personalized approach to fitness and weight loss. The BalanceME approach, called the ME Plan, is designed to Motivate & Educate on diet + activity + lifestyle changes. Founded by professionals and guided by experts who provided leadership to some of the largest behavioral health, mental health, and treatment programs in the country, BalanceME is working to become the leader in fitness and weight loss programs. BalanceME operates three summer camps in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Dallas, Texas, and Santa Cruz, California. For additional information please visit http://www.balanceme.com or call (800) 975-0435.

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DietAssist responds to news of record winter food sales

(PRWEB UK) 15 April 2013

Retailers say sales of winter foods such as stews, pies, casseroles and hearty soups have reached 'unprecedented levels' because of spring's late arrival.

Some supermarkets have reported selling triple their usual amount of so-called comfort foods ahead of what is said to have been the coldest Easter on record, according to trade magazine, The Grocer.

Supermarket Morrisons, said that sales of pies were up by 246% in the week leading up to the Easter weekend. The chain sold 80% more soup than in the same period last year

Temperatures dropped to lows of -12.5C on 31st March, making it the coldest British Easter day on record.

Britain has been hit by some of the coldest April temperatures for almost 100 years.

Co-creator of DietAssist, Rob Woodgate, says "This news shows how we are more influenced by our environment than we might care to admit. When faced with unseasonal winter conditions, our automatic response is to reach for comfort foods. We dont really think about it - we just do it automatically.

"At DietAssist, we believe that over 95% of eating is emotionally driven, and that is why dieting is usually so hard using willpower alone. We teach people how to lose weight more easily by taking back conscious control of their eating habits and behaviours so that they can avoid automatic comfort eating."

The DietAssist programme is the result of over 20 years experience of helping people to lose weight effectively, and uses the latest psychological techniques to avoid the self sabotage and demotivation that dieters commonly experience.

The DietAssist programme gives dieters a deep understanding about how their mind works, and how to use it to their advantage whatever diet or sensible eating plan they are using. It aims to help them to take back control over their eating behaviours and teaches them to act more

DietAssist responds to study linking workouts and food on menus

London, UK (PRWEB UK) 27 April 2013

The study of 300 volunteers showed that menus displaying the amount of exercise needed to burn off the calories in meals helped people consume fewer calories.

The volunteers were split into three groups. The first group had a menu without any calorie information, the second group had menus with calories displayed.

The third group had menus that showed the number of calories plus the amount of brisk walking required to burn them off.

All of the menus offered the same choice of food and drink, which included burgers, sandwiches, salad, chips, soft drinks and water.

None of the volunteers was aware of the reason for the study and the researchers took into account hunger levels when interpreting their findings.

On average, the group given the exercise equivalent consumed 100 fewer calories than the other groups.

The study highlights the importance of the human mind in losing weight," says Rob Woodgate, co-creator of DietAssist. "The study confirms that people are able to make better choices when the consequences are made crystal clear. A calorie number means nothing to most people, but faced with the prospect of a defined amount of exercise, the choice becomes easier to make.

At DietAssist, we teach people the psychology of dieting and tricks to help them work with their mind. In short, we teach them how to lose weight more easily and keep it off.

The DietAssist programme is the result of over 20 years experience of helping people to lose weight effectively, and uses the latest psychological techniques to avoid the self sabotage and demotivation that dieters commonly experience.

The DietAssist programme helps dieters strengthen their motivation and resolve, and creates the optimum psychological state for success. It is designed to work alongside any weight loss programme or sensible eating plan.

New Video and Article Detailing the Good Bacteria in Food Published by BetterDigestion.org

New York, NY (PRWEB) April 29, 2013

A new video review and informative article from BetterDigestion.org details the good bacteria in food. The author discusses how good bacteria in food supports healthy digestive and immune systems and supports weight loss.

Describing the benefits of good bacteria, the article informs readers that when the intestinal gut is in good working order, simple issues such as constipation, bloating, allergies, and high blood pressure can be avoided. During the winter season, ensuring enough good bacteria in the diet supports the immune system in warding off the effects of colds and flu.

Including the good bacteria found in several foods promotes a healthy balance of good to bad bacteria, currently recommended at a ratio of 9:1. Considering there is over 100 trillion bacteria in the digestive system, good bacteria can help with other health problems that could cause significant health issues.

The video describes several ways ways to ensure the right number of good bacteria in the digestive system. Some of the good bacteria foods recommended to keep the balance of good and bad bacteria at the correct levels include kefir, yogurt and even apples.

The author recommends including high-quality probiotic supplements to provide significant amounts of probiotics, promoting bowel regularity, reducing GI inflammation, and repairing gluten-damaged intestinal lining, all while accelerating fat loss. BioTrusts Pro-X10 probiotic supplement provides three unique strains of probiotics, not found in most other supplements, these include Bifidobacterium lactis,Lactobacillus salivarius and S. boulardii

Inadequate probiotic levels in the digestive tract has been linked to over 170 diseases and health issues, including obesity and unwanted weight gain.

The full article on how good bacteria in food is available at http://betterdigestion.org/good-bacteria-in-food/

About: BetterDigestion.com is a new website that was launched in March of 2013 in order to provide premier content for healthy digestion and overall health, specifically by controling hormone and bacteria found naturally in the body. Recent topics have included How Hormones Help Lose Weight, Hormones for Weight Control, Fat Blasting Foods, Digestive Disorders: Probiotics for Gut Healthy, as well as several other highly informative articles to help people understand the connection between digestion and overall health.

A free eBook on good bacteria in food is available at: http://www.betterdigestion.org/good-hormones-food. The free eBook has been made available to show people which natural foods they can begin to eat to increase good bacteria and improve overall digestion and weight control.

hCGTreatments / Diet Doc hCG Diets & Weight Loss Plans Have Created New Healthy Diet Plans to Combat Between Meal Food Cravings

Houston, TX (PRWEB) May 04, 2013

Addiction has been defined as compulsive behavior or use of a substance regardless of the harmful consequences associated with its use. Addiction comes in different forms including alcoholism, drug addiction, gambling addiction and internet use. Most recently, food has been considered as another possible addiction. In a recent publication devoted completely to the discussion on similarities between drug addiction and obesity, researchers found significant commonalities in brain reaction to drug addiction and food consumption.

Diet Docs new hCG diet plans can help patients fight food addictions and lose weight fast while making healthy lifestyle changes that combat cravings for food and overeating. Diet Doc recognizes that food cravings, like drug addiction, can begin to control patients lives and is committed to ending the unhealthy cycle of overeating and weight gain.

Research published in the Biological Psychiatry Journal examines brain reaction and addiction to food as a possible cause for overeating and as a contributor to the obesity epidemic in America today. The human brain is wired to respond to pleasure, immediate rewards and gratification. Like drug addiction, overeating is largely monitored through self-control and the desire to avoid the unwanted effects of overeating. While the research is not definitive, brain images have revealed that the same regions of the brain that reinforce drug use also reinforce the positive effects of food. Diet Doc hCG diets help patients transform their lifestyles from one comprised of overeating meals filled with empty calories to healthy lifestyles where eating nutrient-rich foods that provide energy are reinforced by the brain.

Diet Docs hCG diet plans were developed using todays advanced science and technology to help patients lose weight fast and learn what their body needs to maintain that weight loss. Certified nutritionists have developed high protein, low carbohydrate hCG diets specific to each patient depending on age, gender, health history, lifestyle, organ function and other important contributing factors. A recent in-house study revealed that 97% of Diet Doc clients were able to lose weight fast, losing one pound per day and thirty pounds per month.

The Diet Doc team realizes that overcoming any addiction, whether that addiction is a food or drug addiction, requires education and support. Expert weight loss professionals have joined the Diet Doc team to help patients lose weight fast and provide patients with unlimited guidance and encouragement throughout their lifestyle transformation. Weight loss coaches, physicians, and nutritionists are available six days per week for up to one full year after completion of hCG diets to offer clients unlimited support, guidance, and encouragement for continued weight management well after patients lose weight fast. For over a decade, Diet Doc hCG diets have been successful in helping patients lose weight fast and has become the nations leader in medical weight loss through the use of prescription hCG and monitored hCG diets.

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San Diego, CA

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From Neuroscientist Darya Pino Rose, A First-of-its-kind Book Helping Readers to Ditch the Diet and Achieve Lasting Weight Loss, Simply Through the Love of Food

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2013

Darya Pino Rose, a neuroscientist and the creator of the popular blog SummerTomato.com (one of Time Magazine's 50 best websites of 2011), offers a unique Healthstyle book showing readers how to quit dieting and achieve lasting weight loss, simply through the love of food.

In FOODIST: Using Real Food and Real Science to Lose Weight Without Dieting (HarperOne; May 2013), she introduces a revolutionary new idea: the best way for sustainable weight loss is to eat real food. Cutting through the typical diet jargonwhat to eat, how much to eat, and when to eat itFOODIST offers a proven solution to lasting weight control. Taking readers through the nutrition and psychology involved in not just eating, but eating well, Rose teaches how to incorporate fresh, seasonal, and delicious ingredients into every mealand reveals how to move beyond the daily obstacles and bad habits to keep the tasteless, empty, and unsatisfying food-like products off every plate.

According to Rose, losing weight should not be about sacrifice, deprivation, and willpower. She suggests that mealtime be seen as a celebration rather than a battle. Offering a different way of looking at foodand helping readers make decisions with a clear understanding of how to optimize health and happinessshe proves that enjoying good food is the key to sustainable weight loss.

Smart, accessible, and engaging, FOODIST will help tailor eating habits to match individual lifestyle and food preferences. Not only will readers permanently build healthier habits into their daily life, but they'll lose weight and enjoy food like never before.

Diets To Lose Weight Fast | How Rocking Body Raw Food Helps People Lose Their Weight Naturally V-kool

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) May 15, 2013

Rocking Body Raw Food program provides users with the diets to lose weight fast. This program created by Joy Houston is a newly updated program that comes with healthy weight loss methods, and guides on how to get in shape. The author of this program claimed that with this new fat loss method, users can transform their life, lose their weight fast, and increase their energy within 2 weeks. In addition, the new skills and habits that users get in this program will be with them for a lifetime. After Joy Houston launched the new fat loss method, she has received a lot of comments from her customers regarding their success with Rocking Body Raw Food. As a result, the website Vkool.com tested this new method and has completed a full review about it.

A complete review of Rocking Body Raw Food on the site Vkool.com points out that when people order this package, people will receive a Rocking Body Raw Food manual, over 100 cooking videos, photos and other supportive materials. In this book, people can find out five fat burning tips, the secret Mayan recipe for stopping coffee painlessly, the necessary raw food kitchen tools, and the secret of raw desserts. In addition, people also receive some special gifts from the author such as Raw Food Fiesta book, Rocking Raw Desserts book, Trawtoria Italiana book, and Spotlight on Salads book. In 4 book bonuses, people will learn how to clear up skin issues, how to balance their sugar and hormone levels, and how to get rid of digestive conditions.

Mercy Jane from the site Vkool.com says that: this new healthy weight loss solution is a step-by-step system, which helps people follow with ease. Besides, this program comes with over 100 videos, shopping lists, worksheets, a membership website, delicious recipes, and manuals. these manuals will explain each concept, process, and recipe in detail. People also receive a personal video tutorial that guides them how to cook some special recipes. In addition, people can find out advanced techniques for making raw food quick and deliciously. Moreover, people get a policy of money back within 2 months if this program does not work for them.

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Lean On Life Supports Jamie Olivers Food Revolution Day on May 17th

TORONTO, ON (PRWEB) May 15, 2013

Lean On Life, a leading healthy lifestyle website with the latest on weight loss, nutrition, and fitness is supporting celebrity chef Jamie Olivers Food Revolution Day taking place May 17, 2013.

As Lean On Life reports (http://www.leanonlife.com/food-revolution-day-recipe-shaved-asparagus-salad/), the website will be supporting the Food Revolution Day by encouraging others to make a fresh, healthy salad using real, local ingredients and sharing it with others. This event will encourage others to promote cooking skills, eat real food, and to be more mindful of the food they are eating.

According to their website, the Food Revolution Day is a global day of action for people to make a stand for good food and essential cooking skills. It's a chance for people to come together within their homes, schools, workplaces and communities to cook and share their kitchen skills, food knowledge and resources. Food Revolution Day aims to raise awareness about the importance of good food and better food education for everyone by focusing on three simple actions cook it, share it, live it.

Lean On Life believes that by supporting the Food Revolution Day, they are simply reinforcing the core beliefs of the website and its healthy lifestyle experts. At its core, the Food Revolution encourages a back-to-basics mentality of cooking real, healthy food from scratch, says Tal Brodsky, chef and Lean Life Coach. At Lean On Life, we share those beliefs.

Brodsky explains that in the past, cooking fresh food with healthy ingredients wasnt an issue, since families cooked what was available and local to them. However, with the industrialization of food, our ability to ship food around the world, and busier lifestyles, cooking skills are dying and families diets are suffering.

The idea of having one day in which our global community comes together to stand up for real food is one that Lean On Life fully supports, Brodsky says. Were encouraging families everywhere to get inspired by the healthy recipes on the Lean On Life website and to cook their own version of one of those recipes, he says. Most importantly, we encourage everyone to share their food and cooking skills with others, and to make the Food Revolution Day values part of their everyday lifestyles, says Brodsky.

Those wishing to take part in the Food Revolution Day with Lean On Life can RSVP to the event here (http://bit.ly/lolFRD). To learn more about the Food Revolution Day taking place May 17, 2013, visit http://www.foodrevolutionday.com.

Lean On Life is a healthy lifestyle website that provides expert-driven knowledge from doctors, nutritionists, fitness trainers and life coaches. The site takes a hands-on approach to making weight-loss, healthy eating and fitness a simple achievable lifestyle change.

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