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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.
This site is jam packed with a blend of light hearted and purposeful stories, acting as a comprehensive source of information for over 50s health, over 50s travel, over 50’s work and much more.
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Why organic gardening? It’s better for you and your environment
If you're thinking of adopting an organic gardening method, now is the time of year to be doing your prep. Here, we make a case for why you should dig in. The short answer is it's better. Better for the vegetables and fruit you're growing. Better for the soil. And...
Spice up your winter! Why adding a little spice to your food might be the key to winter wellness
If your kitchen spice rack is shamefully gathering dust, or only gets utilised when you’re whipping up a homemade curry, it’s definitely time to step up your seasoning game beyond plain old salt and pepper. Besides adding some warmth to your winter cooking, fresh...
Dust down the c.v. and un-retire yourself: a quarter of over-65s say they gave up their careers too soon
A quarter of over-65s say they feel they gave up their careers too soon according to a nationwide survey of retirees by leading home care provider Home Instead Senior Care. Mature Times reports that the average retirement age of those polled was found to be 62, yet...
Beat the winter blues: 10 simple tips for boosting your mood
As the season changes and the sun goes down early, it’s easy to let your mood sink with it. Whether you find you’re affected by the lack of daylight or simply find yourself feeling less than your best when life’s stresses get in the way, the good news is there’s...
The British Heart Foundation funds research to beat the world’s biggest killers.
Gifts in Wills make up half of the BHF income, it's thanks to them we're able to have the long term investment to keep research going to beat heart and circulatory diseases and their risk factors. The development in BHF research Since we were founded in 1961, the...
10 tips on how to keep in top condition during the winter months
The colder months are fast approaching. Bad weather, dark mornings, sniffles, sneezes and that duvet day feeling - winter must be on its way. It doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom; winter can be a great season to get to grips with our immune system, toughen our...
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Why organic gardening? It’s better for you and your environment
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