http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/ 120 30 Health and Fitness Trends en Copyright 2009 2009-07-13T01:53:29Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-free-running ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Can sneaker-free running actually help and prevent painful foot injuries? Research suggests that the super-structured running shoes we've been conditioned to rely upon may not be as beneficial as previously… Style and Fashion Trends Shoe Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-free-running 2009-07-12T18:19:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-dental-implant-training-simulation ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Breakaway and Medical College of Georgia will be releasing a beta version of its ‘Virtual Dental Implant Training Simulation’ software to about 15,000 dental students at 25 universities worldwide. Each… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-dental-implant-training-simulation 2009-07-12T09:49:46Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ottoman-workout-bench ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Ottoman-Bench is designed for city dwellers who live in small spaces. The triple seat ottoman folds out to reveal a full workout bench. The workout station includes an adjustable bench, an Olympic… Modern Art and Design Trends Furniture Design Modern Art Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ottoman-workout-bench 2009-07-11T01:00:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-commodities ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Native Commodities is a social project designed by Will Carey to measure and test the limits of bodily fluids. Everything from tears to urine and stomach contents can be tested through this funnel-like… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Music Movies and Media Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-commodities 2009-07-10T21:49:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/detox-gwyneth-paltrows-cleanse ]]> (TrendHunter.com) With fans eager to learn about Gwyneth Paltrow’s 21-day cleanse (a program developed by Dr. Alejandro Junder involving one meal a day, plenty of shakes and ‘clean’ food), we thought we’d take a look at… Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Food Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/detox-gwyneth-paltrows-cleanse 2009-07-10T17:29:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disability-the-access-disabled ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A winner of the James Dyson Award, “The Access” is a universal home gym, designed for able-bodied users, as well as those with various physical disabilities.  The multiple adapters and flexible design… Life Stages Modern Art and Design Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disability-the-access-disabled 2009-07-10T14:19:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semitarianism ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The latest foodie trend is called “Semitarianism” (you better keep it in mind since you might hear a lot about it in the near future). It consists of alternating vegetarianism and omnivorism, i.e. days… Life Stages Celebrity News Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Food Trends Life and Hobbies http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/semitarianism 2009-07-09T01:29:49Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-movement-analysis-unit ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The study of the way the body works has gotten a little more interesting thanks to the Portable Movement Analysis Unit designed by Ricardo Sa Freire. Using advanced accelerometers located at key points… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Sports and Sports Equipment http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-movement-analysis-unit 2009-07-08T22:30:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleep-healthy-using-the-internet-insomnia ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Insomniacs may be able to find help by using Internet software called, ‘Sleep Healthy Using the Internet,’(SHUTi for short). The program gives advice and recommends bedtimes based on user's sleep diaries.… Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleep-healthy-using-the-internet-insomnia 2009-07-08T18:49:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frames-revital-cohen-art ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Revital Cohen is an artist who seems to explore the art of life, and the connection between man and machine. The Telepresence Frame is a product of both these ambitions, as the picture frame displays information… Technology Trends and Gadgets Life Stages Modern Art and Design Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frames-revital-cohen-art 2009-07-07T21:09:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/lance-armstrong-return-to-the-tour-de-france ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Cancer will morally and sometimes physically disable its victims, but Lance Armstrong's return to the Tour De France gives everyone hope. This collection of cancer innovations is inspired by the fact… Celebrity News Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Sports and Sports Equipment Social Trends Charity Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/lance-armstrong-return-to-the-tour-de-france 2009-07-07T20:09:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/11-purity-ideas ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The ideas of purity, and chastity have been around for centuries. Over time, society’s norms have loosened regarding this topic, but some people and cultures still hold on to the ideas of chastity and… Naughty Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Life and Hobbies Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/11-purity-ideas 2009-07-07T02:49:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glucom-wristband ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Gluco(M) Wristband is designed to help simplify the life of a diabetic. The futuristic bracelet is able to track glucose levels through bodily fluids, gathered by an electrical flow. The Gluco(M)… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glucom-wristband 2009-07-06T22:19:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tees-by-e ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Work out in style with Tees By E, a new company that is just starting to get on its feet, but is already offering some cute clothes. Tees By E specializes in fitness and maternity apparel and makes for… Style and Fashion Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tees-by-e 2009-07-06T12:39:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-branson-virgin-spa-natirar ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Richard Branson drove a tractor as part of the opening ceremony for ‘The Culinary Center at Natirar’ which is due to open in September at the 90-acre Virgin Spa Resort in Somerset County, New Jersey. The… Business Trends New Ventures and Start Ups Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Food Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richard-branson-virgin-spa-natirar 2009-07-04T15:40:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-social-networking-glutenfreefaces ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Earlier this year I attended a Gluten-Free expo that was a wonderful mix of entrepreneurially-minded gluten-free cooks. Now, followers of a gluten-free lifestyle can meet on a new social networking site,… Life Stages Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Social Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-social-networking-glutenfreefaces 2009-07-02T11:29:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicada-blood-glucose ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Inspiration can come on the wings of the wind, or cicadas. While walking through the poster sessions at a conference, researcher Dr. Paul Stoddart’s eyes were drawn to a photograph of the nano-structure… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicada-blood-glucose 2009-07-01T12:59:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/respirator-mask ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A factory area can be dusty, dirty and unhealthy. The Respirator Mask design by Elijah Stillson is a safe way to enhance the workplace. The Respirator Mask design is built to form fit a person's head… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/respirator-mask 2009-06-30T13:59:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-protect ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Now the design for the Air Protect car seat from Safety 1st isn’t a huge fuss, but the point of saving a child at all costs never goes out of style. The Air Protect car seat comes fully strapped with… Auto and Motor Trends Life Stages Baby Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-protect 2009-06-30T12:49:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-bathing-ape-tepes-24-karat-toothbrushes ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Created as a collaboration between Swedish brand TePe and hip-hop line A Bathing Ape, these toothbrushes are uber luxurious. These samples include a 24 karat gold toothbrush model as well as one featuring… Business Trends Retail Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-bathing-ape-tepes-24-karat-toothbrushes 2009-06-30T00:39:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twitter-heart-monitors ]]> (TrendHunter.com) What you see in the video and photo gallery above is a Twitter heart monitor. Yes, a Twitter heart monitor. It gauges your pulse and tweets the results to your followers. There’s even a set of pre-made… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twitter-heart-monitors 2009-06-28T16:09:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/mental-health ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Mental health typically isn't a topic to take lightly, but these bizarre innovations in psychology and psychotherapy toe the line between tasteful humor and downright absurdity. From robot psychotherapists… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Social Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/mental-health 2009-06-28T14:59:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scientists-film-hiv-spreading ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Scientists from UC Davis and the Mount Sinai School of Medicine are rejoicing this weekend after filming the HIV virus spreading for the first time ever. Their footage reveals that the HIV virus spreads… Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scientists-film-hiv-spreading 2009-06-27T14:59:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/megan-fox-weight-loss ]]> (TrendHunter.com) It's no wonder that Megan Fox is a weight loss inspiration for so many women--she has a slammin' body. Unfortunately, the 'Transformers' beauty is plagued with a negative body image and has known to have… Celebrity News Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/megan-fox-weight-loss 2009-06-26T13:29:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifesculpt-laser-liposuction ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In weight loss advertisements it’s common to hear the phrase, “Seemingly melts fat away...” That statement is truly a reality, as Palomar Medical Technologies now offers a liposuction technique that literally… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifesculpt-laser-liposuction 2009-06-26T13:19:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turning-an-eye-to-domestic-violence-morphing-billboards ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Domestic violence is different from other types of violence in that it happens and no one sees it. In a way you could say nobody is looking. In Germany, a bus stop sign has taken domestic violence awareness… Technology Trends and Gadgets Audio Visual and Home Theater Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Unique and Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turning-an-eye-to-domestic-violence-morphing-billboards 2009-06-26T09:29:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blind-foundation-campaign ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This guerrilla campaign by Catzwolf for the Blind Foundation illustrates just how difficult grocery shopping is for the visually impaired. In this Blind Foundation campaign for Moscow, a standard cardboard… Marketing Strategy Interactive Ads and Digital Media Publicity Stunts Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Social Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blind-foundation-campaign 2009-06-25T18:09:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babyglow ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Having a sick baby can be scary but the Babyglow will help parents to diagnose baby fevers faster. The Babyglow was created when a UK father learned that babies up to 24 months old have no way of regulating… Business Trends Retail Trends Life Stages Baby Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babyglow 2009-06-25T16:09:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cigarette-chargers-the-blu-pack ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Blu pack of e-cigarettes is a convenient way to charge your cigs while you are on the go. These fake smokes doesn’t have any tar, tobacco, ash or smell, but still look, feel and taste like a real cigarette.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cigarette-chargers-the-blu-pack 2009-06-25T15:59:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/e-doctor ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Increasingly, doctors (and patients) are relying on the internet for their daily duties. This cluster outlines some mind-boggling tech feats in the health industry that have aided doctors in bettering… Technology Trends and Gadgets Computers and Laptops Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/e-doctor 2009-06-24T18:10:01Z