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The Danger of Simplifying Wellness and Recovery Into a Fairy Tale

Have you read The Salt Path? Or perhaps seen the film-of-the book, which stars Gillian Anderson? Raynor Winn, the author of this bestselling non-fiction book, has come under scrutiny for misleading readers about the ‘truth’ of her account. It’s about a couple who are made homeless after a poor investment goes sour – at the same time as the husband, Moth, is diagnosed with a neurological terminal illness known as corticobasal degeneration (CBD). To cope with their desperate situation, the…
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The benefits of this dental cleansing tool About five years ago, I got myself a dental hygienist. A bit late in the day, I’ll admit. For years I thought I was already fairly diligent in the dental department. Brushing twice daily, a bit of flossing when I remembered to do it… Surely my teeth were okay? But oh boy, was that first session awful. For about an hour she scraped my teeth and whizzed that awful little brush around the…
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Boost your brain power with these natural foods

Eat more of these to boost your brain processing power and speed so that you feel younger and sharper Last year, the spring rains played havoc with my garden crops. This summer, though…. what a bonanza! Particularly the strawberries, which have flourished out at the front of our house. And very few slugs and snails got a look-in this year, too! I know you’re supposed to add them to complex desserts, Pimm’s cocktails or wholesome fruity breakfasts, but I’m way…
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The Aromatic, Woody Herb That’s Good for Your Brain

I know the weather is relatively warm right now. And most people are tucking into salads, barbequed chicken and ice creams over the weekends. But I still love the occasional Sunday roast dinner, even in the height of summer. As long as the kitchen windows are wide open with some good music playing, I don’t mind the hot oven on a sunny afternoon – especially when it’s emitting wonderful, herby smells. We’ve got tonnes of rosemary growing in the garden…
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Heart drugs or chocolate – discover which is better for you

Are you descended from the Aztecs as well? Research suggests that I, Ray Collins, am a descendant of Montezuma II – Emperor of the Aztecs. Or maybe I was Montezuma in a past life. I can just see myself draped in gold and feathers, sitting on a throne with an army of maidens to do my bidding. And if Montezuma’s wife was forever telling him he should give his chariot a wash and clear out the garage – then my…
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A non-food nutrition essential for peak wellbeing

Are you missing out on this source of nutrition? (clue – it’s NOT in food!) Do you like a walk in the park? It’s one of the reasons I love having a dog, because it pushes me to get out and about in our wonderful local park, at least once a day. And not just the park… I love to head out into the woods and meadows whenever I have enough time. Even those scrubby, nettle-filled edgeways that run through…
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