by Maggie | Sep 1, 2023 | Food & Drink Features
This year marks the 50th anniversary of organic certification in the UK. In 1973, accreditation schemes were launched, allowing farmers to gain certification proving they don’t use harmful chemicals in their growing or production methods. These were the salad days of... by Maggie | Sep 1, 2023 | Leisure & Travel Features
Kick off your shoes at these campsites along the coast of France, staying in a tent on the dunes, a posh tipi or a cool cabin right on the beach. Le Club Farret Vias Plage, near Béziers, Languedoc Yelloh! has campsites across France and is popular with young families... by Maggie | Sep 1, 2023 | Health & Lifestyle News
Do enough men know what the signs of the disease are? There are more than 47,000 men diagnosed with prostate cancer every year in England but new research says using MRI scans can reduce deaths caused by the disease. Current tests usually detect the level of the... by Maggie | Sep 1, 2023 | Health & Lifestyle News
Researchers analysed data from 282,421 people enrolled in the UK Biobank study Silver Surfers reports that taking an adult education class could help lower your risk of developing dementia, researchers have found. Middle-aged and senior citizens in adult education... by Maggie | Sep 1, 2023 | Health & Lifestyle Feature
Forget treadmills, rowing machines and air-conditioned exercise suites: you can get in shape with a staircase, a chair and fridge. Take it from a man who can’t afford to throw money around. Even a basic gym membership in Britain can easily cost you £30 a month or... by Maggie | Aug 1, 2023 | Leisure & Travel Features
Here’s why retro caravans with original features and wild surrounds are one of the coolest camping options around. The Scrumpling, Somerset Owners Ralph and Lucy found this 1950s caravan at the bottom of a field, where it had been abandoned. They restored it and... by Maggie | Aug 1, 2023 | Home & Garden Features
Drought-tolerant plants, terracotta pots and gravel will make you feel like you’re on holiday. The heatwave may still be unbearable in some parts of southern Europe – but you can enjoy a touch of the Mediterranean without sizzling in your own garden, with some... by Maggie | Aug 1, 2023 | Food & Drink Features
Summer has arrived and many people are looking forward to a sun-filled holiday. For some, this prospect can lead to an unnecessary concern about appearance – especially in this age of social media, when it’s the norm to share and compare pictures online. Lots of... by Maggie | Aug 1, 2023 | Health & Lifestyle News
We do it 20,000 times a day but the way we breathe in different scenarios can have a big impact. From tongue position to finding your D-spot, experts share breathwork techniques. “Running is often where it goes wrong,” says breathing re-trainer Jane Tarrant, founder... by Maggie | Aug 1, 2023 | Health & Lifestyle Feature
Summer’s here… ready to hit the beaches? Learn how to look after yourself in the water with these top tips. Float to live Can you float on your back in a starfish shape, chin back, chest pushed skywards? Almost everyone can. “Float to live” reduces the accelerated...