Notes from an Osteopath: 3 Tips for Desk Workers

April 19, 2023 in Lifestyle

If you’re similar to the majority of adults, including me, you most likely find yourself commuting for roughly an hour per day, working at a desk for 8 hours a day, and the commuting home for another hour. These activities have a couple of things in common. They all involve flexion of the spine, in other words – we’re leaning forward. You either take a train to work, either reading a book or using a mobile phone to catch up…

7 Herbal Supplements To Help You De-Stress

April 19, 2023 in Health

When stress is left unchecked, it can affect our ability to perform the most simple activities, without feeling tense and anxious. Perhaps you’ve tried all the hot baths and self-care tips in the world, and you’re still not feeling too great? The world of plants offers many remedies which we can use to keep a lid on stress. These seven herbs are all famous for their stress-busting properties. If you are taking any medication, please consult your doctor before adding…

Freshen Up Your Apartment On A Budget

April 17, 2023 in Lifestyle

When it comes to renovating your place, you may think that it’s not going to be possible for you to do it if you’re working with a tight budget – or at least you may think that you won’t be able to do the exact things you need because it will just cost too much. However, the good news is, there are actually a lot of things you can do to freshen up your apartment that really don’t require you…

Recipe: Yutaka BBQ Miso Chicken

April 15, 2023 in Food & Drink

BBQs are a regular occurrence in my family during the summer months, even when the weather isn’t so great! With various dietary requirements and tastes to cover our BBQs tend to have a multitude of different options from vegan-friendly burgers and sausages (for me) to gammon steaks and chicken for the meat eaters. We love to try new things on the grill when we can so when we were invited to try a recipe or two from Japanese food brand Yutaka who…

5 Ways You Can Cope with Covid-19 Lockdown Measures

April 13, 2023 in Health

Covid-19 lockdown measures have affected all of us and some in more ways than others. A tragic amount of people have died since the pandemic began and although most countries are undergoing a vaccination program, the end is far from near. While we are being advised to stay indoors and isolate, many are finding it difficult to cope with the unusual demands being placed on us, but there are some things you can do to relieve some of the stress:…

Shoreham Food Festival 2018

April 2, 2023 in Crafts, Lifestyle, Reviews

I’ve been trying to get more involved in local events recently so when I saw someone on Facebook post about the Shoreham Food Festival last weekend I decided to drop in and see what it is all about, having never visited before! The Shoreham Food Festival launched in 2016 and has been designed to showcase the best of what Kent has to offer from its local farmers’ markets, breweries, vineyards and local producers of fine foods. For 2018 the festival was supporting…

Ways To Create A More Peaceful Home

March 31, 2023 in Lifestyle

Your home is the place that you should feel the most relaxed and at peace. It is where you go after a long day at work to unwind and reset. If you feel that your home environment isn’t relaxing enough, utilise these tips. Family discussions There might be tension in the home, which can cause an unsettling and non-peaceful feeling.  It is common to experience tension among the family when you are spending a lot of time with them, especially…

5 ways to prepare your garden for Spring

March 27, 2023 in Lifestyle

As the weather starts looking a little warmer and we start spending a little more time outside, it’s natural we’d start thinking about making our outside spaces fit and ready for a summer of entertaining, barbecues and long, warm evenings. Then, of course, we’re faced with the reality of what the weather’s done to our gardens and we realise there’s a fair amount of work ahead of us to shape up in time for summer. We’ve put together this guide…

4 Money Facts About Cars In 2020

March 18, 2023 in Lifestyle

When it comes to cars, most people try to be level-headed. We rely on our vehicles every day, whether we are nipping to the shop to buy a bottle of milk or heading to the workplace. Cars are an integral part of our life; which is probably why we believe we know them so well. But, in reality, things are constantly changing, especially now. The pandemic is transforming the way people think about their vehicle and its inherent costs.  #1….

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