General (Healthy Gifts Blog)

W-series wearable walkmans announced by Sony

Posted on 08/01/2009

Sony has announced their upcoming W-series wearable walkmans at CES 2009, the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. With a design ideal for both serious runners and casual joggers, there are no wires or cables as the tech is all in the headphones. (continue reading)

Beauty gifts have come a long way

Posted on 24/10/2008

When I was younger, I’d usually buy a bottle of perfume for my girlfriend for Christmas, Valentines Day or her Birthday. I just went with the top brands and gave no thought whatsoever about how healthy my gift was. (continue reading)

A great gift for home workers

Posted on 21/10/2008

Do you know somebody who works from home, some or all of the time and whose job sees them sitting at a computer or desk? If so, they’ll more than likely suffer from occasional, or worse still, persistent back-ache problems. (continue reading)

Why not take reusable shopping bags?

Posted on 04/10/2008

There are some things we can do to help save our planet which are so simple, but still people can’t be bothered. We’ve been told enough times to know the damage plastic bags do to the environment, but still the vast majority continue to use them like they’re going out of fashion. (continue reading)

A few simple recycling ideas for your home

Posted on 22/09/2008

We waste an awful lot every day. Just take a look at how full your dustbin is when you put it out for collection! If only we could be 100% certain that our waste was dealt with effectively and in an environmentally friendly way, but realistically this isn’t going to happen. (continue reading)

Gliding is an experience you’ll never forget

Posted on 18/09/2008

A gliding experience will give you an exhilarating day to remember. Speaking as somebody who’s tried their hand at gliding, I can guarantee an experience you’ll never forget. Surprisingly, it’s not really a feeling of fear you experience, but you will be amazed. (continue reading)

We should all buy environmentally-friendly gifts

Posted on 16/09/2008

In the UK we live in a consumer led society; a situation which isn’t going to change overnight. Even as the cost of living increases we’ll continue to buy Christmas and Birthday gifts for our husbands, wives, girlfriends and boyfriends, families and close friends. (continue reading)

Unusual gifts for men

Posted on 11/09/2008

Up and down the country thousands of women are looking for unusual gifts for men; whether it’s for their fathers, husbands or boyfriends. But what is unusual and does he want an unusual gift? (continue reading)

Buying eco friendly Bamboo gifts for the home

Posted on 08/09/2008

When you buy somebody an eco friendly gift for their home it’s nice to know you’re making a difference. We generally think of wooden products as being eco friendly as wood grows naturally and can be re-used and recycled relatively easily. (continue reading)

Planting trees should be a priority for everyone

Posted on 01/09/2008

We should all be looking at ways to help our planet and planting trees is a great way to help. There are more eco friendly companies looking to offset their carbon footprint by planting trees; and maybe you could too. (continue reading)

Getting your children to play outside

Posted on 31/08/2008

Giving your children the best possible start in life is high, if not on top of every parent’s list. But more and more children rarely play outside? It’s just too easy to sit them in front of the TV, allow them to surf the Internet or play computer games. (continue reading)

What makes a bike such a great, green gift?

Posted on 30/08/2008

Giving a bike as a gift is a great, healthy and green gift. No matter how young or old, if they’re able to ride a bike then it makes a great gift. Not only will bike riding increase fitness and help them to get out of the house more often, if they join a cycling club it’s also a great way to make new friends. (continue reading)

Foreign cookery courses are great holidays too

Posted on 29/08/2008

There are some really fantastic foreign cookery courses available for budding chefs and those with a healthy appetite for cooking. Not only are they a great way to learn new skills, but you can pick up a whole new style of cooking from the country you’re visiting. (continue reading)