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The PHE has today advised that we supplement our diet with 10mg of Vitamin D daily in the winter months due to an observed deficiency in all age groups. Read the official guidelines here…
Have you discovered TED Talks yet? The non-profit online organisation which, in their words is: “devoted to spreading ideas, usually in the form of short, powerful talks” With 2200 topics currently being advertised on their website home page you might find it quite diverting. It does have its detractors – so you may also wish to read an article from The NewStatesman from 2012 which paints a more cynical picture!
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Our Place is an informative and social site dedicated to help everyone over 50 get the best out of life.
We are the zestful, insightful best friend you just love to be around, and we live for sharing our experiences and knowledge.
OurPlace was founded with a mission to connect the mature online community to a world of news, features, offers and life changing products they may have missed out on. Bring them all into one place, OurPlace.
What makes us special is that we are a vibrant team of all ages, from 21 to 65 who are all passionate about living life to the fullest irrespective of age. We have built strong relationships with some of the best UK age related businesses with the aim of brokering discounted rates for our Over-50s community.
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The everyday heroes who helped retirement communities through the lockdown
While the UK lockdown has eased, there’s no getting away from the impact staying at home for a prolonged period of time has had on people, retirement communities included. 50 Plus reports that during the lockdown, some retirees had to spend more time alone than they...
Fraudsters & Conmen: Don’t let scammers steal your retirement
Nearly £31 m has been lost to pension scammers since 2017, according to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and The Pensions Regulator. Complaints filed with national fraud reporting centre Action Fraud found that losses ranged from less than £1,000 to as much as...
Be light after lockdown: 5 simple weight loss tips for slimming down after lockdown
Losing weight can reduce your risk of some potentially serious health problems. There’s no getting around the fact that losing weight takes work and there’s no ‘secret’ way to do it. But the journey to health doesn’t need to leave you feeling hungry or unhappy with...
Yoga on the NHS could help treat anxiety, once you’ve braved first-timer worries
Gillian Osborne, vice chair of the British Wheel of Yoga, explains how it can be beneficial for people to get involved, as Clare Vooght reports on the best ways for beginners. Inews reports that if the idea of attending a yoga class seems intimidating, you’re not...
Do you have green fingers? How to apply for an allotment
Whether you’re lucky enough to have your own garden or not, renting an allotment can enable you to have a regular, fresh supply of fruit and vegetables, help the environment and meet new people in your local community. First preparing and then maintaining your...
Try it at home: How to brew your own beer and famous brewers
While a good pint was once something reserved for the pub, today brewing has become more fashionable and all over the country local taste-makers have been coming up with their own special blends of ale and cider to enjoy. If you’re something of a craft beer aficionado...
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The everyday heroes who helped retirement communities through the lockdown
Fraudsters & Conmen: Don’t let scammers steal your retirement
Be light after lockdown: 5 simple weight loss tips for slimming down after lockdown
Yoga on the NHS could help treat anxiety, once you’ve braved first-timer worries
Do you have green fingers? How to apply for an allotment
Try it at home: How to brew your own beer and famous brewers
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