Fresh start: 6 healthy habits to take up this spring
Spring is the perfect time for a fresh start, especially when it comes to your health and wellbeing. As nature blooms and the days grow longer, there’s no better season to embrace new habits that will keep you feeling energised, happy, and healthy. If you’re over 50,...Perfect pollination: How to nurture the bee population in your garden
The bee population in the UK is declining quickly, and some species of the insect are even on the endangered list. We turn to seasoned professionals to find out the best ways to look after the bees in our gardens. According to the environmental campaign group, Friends...The best thing since sliced bread! The top 15 sandwiches in the world right now
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Take full advantage of the new season. The arrival of blue skies and bursts of sunshine this week has been a refreshing sight, signalling that spring is just around the corner. As the days gradually lengthen and brighten with the approach of the clock change (set for...The arrival of spring: A natural mood booster
As winter fades and the first signs of spring emerge, many people experience an undeniable shift in their mood and energy levels. The arrival of spring is more than just a change in season; it’s a time of renewal, warmth, and increased vitality. But why does this...Why laughter is good for you
From reducing stress to enhancing social connections, the health benefits of laughter are backed by science. People often say that laughter is the best medicine, and it seems that this saying may be more accurate than we realise. Ongoing trials are exploring whether...Live longer: 5 simple ways to increase your life expectancy – according to longevity doctors
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The Fife coastal path connects the firths of Forth and Tay and takes in some of the country’s finest seaside villages, seascapes and the home of a famous literary castaway. Standing in a Scottish seaside village, I am confronted by two smart red doors and a curious...Ourplace News
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