Welcome to the summer issue of Wirral Well-being magazine. I am so looking forward to the summer. Let's hope the weather is good for us this year. I am longing for the hot sun on my face, nice long walks and happy bbq get-togethers in the garden.
I hope you enjoy this issue packed full of amazing features.
I want to say congratulations to a few people from Gregory Abrams Davidson Solicitors, our wonderful sponsors. Well done to both Jackie Thomas and Jonathan Abrams for completing The London Marathon this year, everyone is incredibly impressed by their dedication and hard work. Jackie was a first time runner who raised a massive £2751 for Macmillan Cancer Charity. Jonathon achieved his personal best completing his run in 3 hours 37 minutes and improvement to his first run in 2017.I would also like to say a huge well done to Tracey Parry from from the firm winning the C- Suite award for Legal Advisory COO of the year 2024 North West. Last but not least I would like to say thank you so much to Ian Parry for sending this beautiful photograph of Royen Park that I wanted you all to appreciate.
Best wishes, Laura
GREGORY ABRAMS DAVIDSON SOLICITORS EXPANDS THEIR COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TEAM
Gregory Abrams Davidson Solicitors announce new Head of Commercial Property within their GAD Commercial division.
Allerton based Paula Hanlon, is an accomplished Commercial Real Estate Solicitor with a wealth of experience spanning over two decades and is held in high esteem by her clients and within the profession.
At GAD, Paula will continue to serve her business and commercial clients in the North West, which include investors of industrial units and commercial buildings, as well as small and medium-sized developers who have relied on her expertise in site acquisitions for both commercial and residential developments.
Paula's experience also extends to the retail sector, from shops and restaurants, to sheds and offices.
Her pragmatic approach to handling "bread and butter" matters such as lease negotiations, assignments, renewals, and agreements for sale ensures that her clients’ needs are met with precision and efficiency.
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Gregory Abrams, CEO adds ‘I am delighted with Paula’s appointment and confident that her expertise and dedication will further enhance our firm's reputation for delivering exceptional service and achieving outstanding results for our clients’.
For more information about the GAD’s Commercial services visit https://www.gadlegal.co.uk/services-forbusiness
At Gregory Abrams Davidson Solicitors, our ethos is simple: Communication
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As a firm, we are always striving to operate with the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do which is why we build working relationships rooted in respect and support. We listen and care about our clients, and this is mirrored in the positive testimonials we have gained over the years. We have a deserved reputation for having a responsive approach to every client who walks through our doors.
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FINANCIAL DECIDOPHOBIA THE FEAR OF MAKING A DECISION
It will be of no surprise to you that out of all the possible causes of anxiety, money worries often one that crops up. Stigma is stopping us from opening up, with so many adults in the UK with anxiety feeling shamed to talk about it
There is a strong link between high anxiety and decidophobia, the paralysing fear of making the wrong decision. Here’s why:
• Fear of Failure: People with high anxiety often ruminate on negative outcomes, which can fuel the fear of making a wrong decision. This can lead to overthinking and analysis paralysis.
• Intolerance of Uncertainty: Anxiety thrives on predictability and control. Decidophobia stems from the discomfort of not knowing the exact results of a choice, which can be very anxiety-provoking.
• Perfectionism: People with high anxiety may set unrealistic standards for themselves, making them overly critical of their decision-making abilities. This can lead to avoiding decisions altogether.
While not everyone with high anxiety will have decidophobia, it's a common co-occurrence. Those of us who experience stress and anxiety around our finances are unlikely to ask for help. Yet, the fear of making the wrong decision causes us to freeze and bury our heads in the sand, potentially worsening our situation.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
• Decidophobia can worsen
financial anxiety and vice versa, creating a negative cycle.
• Financial planners can be particularly helpful for people with high anxiety and decisionmaking difficulties. They can provide a structured approach, reduce confusion, and offer support throughout the decisionmaking process.
• Financial planners can help you formulate short, medium and long-term goals which are measurable – and they can act as an accountability partner to keep you on track to achieve financial wellness
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Financial wellness is a culmination of feeling financially secure, resilient, confident and financially free.
Financial planners can help you with budgeting, prioritising debts, reducing tax liability, pension and retirement planning, investments and savings, protecting you and your loved ones should the worst happen….and much more.
If you struggle with both high anxiety and making decisions around finances, talking to a financial planner about your finances can be an effective way to improve your financial well-being and overall mental health.
My name is Cassie Lewis, and I am a Financial Planner - I have worked in the finance and banking industry for the past 15 years. I started my career as a loans officer, assisting people with low incomes and benefits to gain affordable credit as an alternative to loan sharks and door-step lenders. Whilst in retail banking, I’ve helped people with their day-to-day banking
needs, arranging loans, credit cards, and mortgages. I now help people to achieve ‘financial freedom’ by giving advice on pensions, investments, protection and much more.
My career has given me the privilege of offering help, advice, and counsel to people from all walks of life when they need it most. My experience helping people from various backgrounds with an array of needs allows me to advise from the heart and respond and react to others’ emotional and financial needs.
Cassie.lewis@sjpp.co.uk
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FINANCIAL DECIDOPHOBIA THE FEAR OF MAKING A DECISION
So, you've got an empty property on your hands – an opportunity to generate income! But before you throw open the doors to potential tenants, I would like you to think about how you will present it to make the most impact on your rental yield. Here at Northwood Wirral Limited, we're all about maximising your return on investment, starting with presentation. Here are our expert tips to ensure your empty property becomes a desirable property that tenants are fighting over:
Unleash the Potential: Highlight Space and Light
An empty property can feel cavernous and uninviting. To combat this, think strategically. Borrow furniture to showcase the functionality of each room. This helps potential tenants envision their own belongings in the space, maximising perceived value. If you have some spare furniture knocking about, great, use it; if not, there are staging companies that you can work with to dress the property while it is being advertised. Don't forget – natural light is your friend! Open curtains, blinds, and strategically placed lamps create a sense of warmth and spaciousness, making the property feel more desirable.
Cleanliness is Key: Impeccable Presentation
A sparkling clean property is non-negotiable. Dust, cobwebs, or lingering odours leave a bad impression and suggest a lack of care. Invest in a deep clean, paying close attention to details like windows, light fixtures, and flooring. A fresh, clean space instantly elevates the property's perceived value.
Small Touches, Big Impact: Create Ambiance
While the space may be empty, it shouldn't feel sterile. Consider adding a few strategically placed houseplants and a bowl of fresh fruit on the kitchen counter to inject a touch of life. Remember, the goal is to create a welcoming and inviting atmosphere that sparks the imagination of potential tenants.
Power of Pictures: Invest in Professional Photography
High-quality photos are your digital storefront. Invest in professional photography or take your own welllit pictures that showcase the best features of each room; make sure lights are switched on in all rooms to help with lighting. Wide-angle shots can make rooms appear larger, while close-ups can highlight unique features like a fireplace or a modern kitchen. Remember, captivating visuals are key to attracting interest from top-tier tenants.
Embrace Virtual Tours: The Modern Advantage
Take advantage of technology! Virtual tours allow potential tenants to explore the property remotely, saving them time and increasing the pool of interested parties. A wellproduced virtual tour can showcase the property's layout, flow, and best features in an immersive way. It’s a really good way for prospective tenants to have a first look at a property, and it also helps them decide if the property makes it to their shortlist.
Highlight the "Extras": Don't Underestimate Perks
Proximity to public transport, on-site parking, or a balcony with a city view – these amenities can significantly increase your rental yield. Be sure to clearly highlight these perks in your
description and visuals. Remember, in a competitive market, showcasing additional value can make all the difference in attracting high-quality tenants looking for a high-quality property.
Northwood Wirral Limited: Your Partner in Success
By implementing these expert tips, you can transform your empty property from a vacancy to a let property with a tenant paying the rent. Remember, presentation is key to maximising your rental income. If you wouldn’t be prepared to live in the property yourself, you should expect a tenant to live in it. Some landlords still think, “What can I get away with?” when presenting the property, rather than “How shall I present it so I attract the best type of tenant? At Northwood Wirral Limited, we can guide you every step of the way, from finding a property to presenting it to finding the right type of tenant. Let's unlock the full potential of your empty property together!
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Proper foot care is important, yet it is easy to forget that your feet bear the brunt of most of the activities that you perform while standing upright. Over time, ignoring your feet can lead to serious problems such as chronic pain that limits your ability to enjoy your normal activities.
While it is common to seek treatment for foot pain after an injury, it is also important to keep in mind that a visit to the podiatrist for routine foot care yields many benefits for your overall well-being.
What is a Podiatrist?
Podiatrists specialise in the treatment of conditions that affect the feet and lower limbs. We treat pain, infections and mobility issues to keep you moving and actively enjoying life.
Traditionally podiatry has been seen as a service accessed by older people needing help with general foot care. But podiatrists are increasingly working with young people, athletes and recreational sports enthusiasts to treat musculoskeletal concerns (affecting joints, bones and muscles) and manage injuries rather than visiting a physiotherapist.
TREAT COMMON FOOT AND TOE INFECTIONS
The skin on your feet is highly susceptible to several common infections because the dark and damp environment created by your shoes allows bacteria and fungus to flourish.
With a fungal foot infection, you may notice things such as redness around your toes, or you may also notice itchiness or a foul odour. This can be alleviated with the correct treatment.
For some people, ingrown toenails are a severe or persistent problem that's difficult to manage. Correct cutting may be the key to pain relief, however, nail surgery offers a long-term or permanent solution.
MANAGE ONGOING HEALTH CONDITIONS
Certain health conditions place you at greater risk for serious foot problems. For example, diabetes can lead to dangerous infections and nerve damage that can require aggressive treatment if they are allowed to deteriorate.
Osteoarthritis also strikes the ankle and foot joints. Since this condition is progressive, receiving proper care early on helps you identify the best strategies for managing pain and easing joint stiffness, such as gentle stretches or insoles for your shoes.
GET BACK IN THE GAME AFTER AN INJURY
Foot injuries are common among athletes, which can take you away from your normal exercise routine, frustratingly you may have no idea why it began. Since your foot is a complicated system of muscles, ligaments, joints and nerves, a visit to the podiatrist is the best way to find out exactly what is wrong. Then, you can take advantage of a treatment plan that involves pain management techniques and rehabilitative exercises to get back out on the field
LEARN PREVENTATIVE PRACTICES
Lifestyle habits are a major contributor to foot problems, and it is possible that you do things every day that can eventually lead to chronic pain.
For example, inappropriate footwear choice for what you are doing is associated with foot pain. During the pandemic, there was an increase in foot related pain being reported, this was in part due to people spending large amounts of time at home wearing slippers for the majority of the day, whilst still doing daily activities.
If you feel you are in need of some help or need some advice regarding a foot related issue, why not give us a call at our podiatry practice in Hamilton Square on 0151 6477498, the home of healthy happy feet, or visit our website fitsq.co.uk for more information.
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WIRRAL TRAVEL CLINIC Worldwide Travel Vaccines
Whether you're travelling for business or pleasure, it is important to know about, and protect yourself from infectious diseases. Taking precautions such as travel vaccinations will help towards keeping you healthy.The NHS estimates that almost 1 in 4 British Holidaymakers will travel without receiving adequate vaccinations.
This means they are at risk of contracting potentially life-threatening infectious illnesses. They are also putting others at risk and create the potential to bring back un-native infectious diseases to the UK.
At Wirral Travel Clinic, we are committed to providing expert pre-travel advice and vaccinations which are specific to our client's individual needs.
Located within the heart of Heswall, at Heswall Medical Centre, our team of fully qualified medical professionals aim to offer a stress-free and professional service which is CQC regulated and includes, a comprehensive risk assessment and a selection of appointments including evenings and weekends.
To find out more about accessing our services please visit our website at www.wirraltravelclinic. co.uk Most travel vaccines are suitable for both adults and children. However, there may be some age restrictions to consider. If you are travelling with a baby or toddler, please allow plenty of time ahead of your departure to consult with a Travel Clinician. It is recommended that you receive travel vaccines
at least 6-8 weeks before your holiday so that you may have sufficient time to receive your full course of vaccine prior to departure.
If you are travelling at short notice, or have left your needs to the last minute and are worried about having enough time to receive your vaccination, then please still contact us. Some vaccines can be given at short notice, or courses can be shortened to suit your travel plans.We aim to keep our booking process simple and accessing our service is as easy as 1, 2, 3…
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Soursop health benefits include suppressing cancer, supporting eye health, relieving inflammation, managing diabetes, promoting health of stomach and digestive tract, kills intestinal parasites, relieving pain, reducing stress load, reliving respiratory tract ailments, promoting liver health, and boosting immunity.
What is Soursop?
The soursop is one of the most untie fruits you are bound to ever come across in your life. Grown primarily in central and South America, along with the Caribbean, if you live outside these areas, it is considered an exotic treat.
Think of its flavour as a cross between strawberries, pineapple and a variety of intermingled citrus fruits, which make it a unique eating experience. But eating is far from the only way this fruit can be used, as it is frequently made in juices, ice cream and more, with differing parts of the fruit itself having their own utility. But its taste and utility is just scratching the surface- as the true power of this fruit lies in its benefits on healt
1. Soursop Can Kill Cancer
Starting out with perhaps the most prominent effect of soursop, is its ability to actively result in the death of cancer cells, with lab studies confirming this effect on breast and liver cancer cells. Though this effect is attributed to an extract of the actual fruit, its leaves have also been found to suppress cancer cells to the efficiency of about 80%. What makes it a promising alternative remedy to potent chemotherapeutic drugs is that its effects are specific to cancer cells and do not harm healthy cells. Quite a catch!
2. Soursop Is Good For Your Eyes
The soursop fruit is loaded to the brim with antioxidants, which help
reduce oxidative load in the body. In this case, you can thank Vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, and many natural carotenoid compounds which help to preserve the health of your eyes. By delaying the rate of macular degeneration, or development of cataracts, optimal eye function can be maintained much longer.
3. Helps Relieve Inflammation
Though soursop combats inflammation in cells by virtue of its high antioxidant content, this refers to more direct inflammation, such as that in arthritis. Various other parts of the soursop plant have also been used traditionally by natives of Central and South America to treat inflammation brought about by snake bites, although it must not be mistaken as an antidote.
4. Can Help Manage Diabetes
Soursop has long been believed to help manage diabetes, but only recently did a study in Nigeria prove this to be true. It was found that rodents consuming soursop had significantly lower blood sugar levels than rodents which did not. The mechanism behind this action is likely to be inhibition of enzymes which help break down complex carbohydrates into glucose or block its absorption. Plus, use of the leaves was found to decrease the effect of oxidative damage on the liver which was exacerbated by diabetes. But that’s not all, as soursop could potentially help the pancreas to produce new insulin producing cells, which can compensate in cases when these cells stop functioning. Just don’t drink your soursop juice sweetened with sugar, or you can kiss these effects goodbye!
5. Promotes Health of The Stomach And Digestive Tract
Soursop consumption is associated with decreased stomach ulcer
development, as it helps strengthen the structural integrity of the mucus linings on these organs, important as they are subject to the effect of hydrochloric acid from the stomach. Soursop also helps decrease the effects of oxidation on these organs, possibly helping to offset chronic diseases afflicting them, such as irritable bowel disease and Crohn’s. Soursop may also offer a safeguard against the stomach bacteria Pylori, which is implicated in a significant amount of stomach cancer cases and gastric ulcers.
6. Can Kill Intestinal Parasites
Drugs that kill intestinal worms are known as anti-helminthic, which is what soursop leaf extract can be called. The extract made from soursop leaves was found to be able to kill both adult worms as well as their larvae, which is something not many prescriptions anti-parasitic drugs do. Though it needs to be standardized into a dose that is approved for use for this purpose, so far, the results via studies are promising.
7. Can Help Relieve Pain
Soursop can not only relive inflammation but decrease the pain stimuli. Individuals suffering from arthritis suffer from both inflammation and pain, which makes soursop fruit specially poised to help. There also appears to be a dose related effect, meaning that the magnitude of pain relief (analgesia) is proportional to the amount of soursop consumed. It is unsure if there is an upper limit that should not be exceeded, so the best approach is to consume a little and gauge your response.
8. Can Help Reduce Your Stress Load
When you are under high stress, your body produces an increased amount of adrenalin and cortisol. These hormones are essential for
8. Can Help Reduce Your Stress Load
When you are under high stress, your body produces an increased amount of adrenalin and cortisol. These hormones are essential for your overall health, but high levels don’t do favours for anyone. In fact, chronically high circulating levels of cortisol is implicated in several negative health effects, ranging from insomnia to anxiety and alerted sexual function. Soursop consumption can help buffer the negative effects of cortisol elevation, reduce anxiety, and promote restful sleep.
9. Can Help Relieve Respiratory Tract Ailments
When the common cold hits, it usually occurs with an associated cluster of symptoms, including many affecting the respiratory tract. Commonly, sneezing, sore throat and cough are among these symptoms, with each necessitating a separate
treatment. However, soursop can help to thin mucus secretions, relieve throat irritation and even act as a mild expectorant, soothing many associated symptoms. Not to forget that soursop has anti-microbial properties as well, which can help speed along recovery by promoting clearance of any foreign pathogens that might be lingering.
10. Promotes Liver Health
The liver processes numerous waste material as well as everything you ingest, day after day, tirelessly. However, there are times during which things may go wrong. Such is the case that occurs during jaundice, which is a byproduct from the breakdown of old red blood cells. Normally, bilirubin is further broken down and excreted in urine and faeces, but bilirubin can also accumulate when things go wrong. It fails to get metabolized, and the first
sign is jaundice.
Jaundice is highly visible by looking at the eyes which appear starkly yellow. Soursop helps to reverse jaundice, return bilirubin levels to acceptable levels, and can shield the liver from jaundice caused by medication.
11. Boosts Immunity
It is well established that soursop is loaded with antioxidant compounds, which by themselves offer great protection against many threats our bodies face daily. However, that does not bolster active immunity. Instead, some of the nutrients, such as vitamin C , help to stimulate the production of T cells and lymphocytes, which function as the first line defence against infection. By improving your white blood cell count is high enough, your immune system will protect you from most foreign pathogens it may come across.
“Financial wellbeing is known by many names – like financial literacy, wellness, confidence or resilience – but put simply, it’s about having a good relationship with your money.” -Money & Pensions Service (2024)
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Of people are financially disengaged
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Of employees worry about money on a daily basis
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I’m Jennifer Tomlinson, a self-employed Estate Agent that covers the Wirral Peninsula. Since I am technically a freelance agent, I take care of the entire process of selling your home, from the beginning right up until the very end.I’m personable, proactive and punctual throughout every step of the way! You probably want to know why you should choose a self-employed Estate Agent rather than an Agency on the high street?
Self-employed estate agents typically handle fewer clients at a time, which allows us to provide a more personalised and attentive service. We can tailor our approach to meet your specific needs and preferences. We can often have more flexibility in our schedules and processes, enabling us to be more responsive and accommodating to your requirements. We can work outside of traditional office hours and are often more available for showings and consultations. I don’t simply work 9 to 5 Monday to Friday, I am contactable via phone and email 7 days a week, so if you have a burning question on a Sunday afternoon... You can ask away.
With a self-employed estate agent, you usually deal directly with the person handling your sale or purchase. This direct line of communication can lead to quicker decision-making and a more streamlined process. I will handle the sale of your home from start to finish, no middle man from an outsourcing company or progression service. The ONLY point of contact that you will have to cut out speaking to lots of different people and creating the personal touch. Self-employed agents often rely on
strong personal networks and relationships to succeed. We might have established connections with other professionals in the industry, such as mortgage brokers, conveyancers and contractors, which can be beneficial during the buying or selling process. Creating rapport with prospective buyers and vendors to build a trusting relationship for a smoother sale. I also host a Property & Business networking event every 2nd Wednesday of the month as the Oxton Bar & Terrace from 6 30pm
Overall, a self-employed estate agent can provide a more tailored, responsive, and costeffective service, leveraging their local knowledge and personal commitment to achieve the best outcomes for their clients. This is why I provide a process that has structure and is well organised, meaning you can relax, safe in the knowledge that the entire process, the plan and your personal estate agent is doing all the hard work. Selling your home can be described as one of the most stressful activities but really it should be an exciting time.
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Who are we?
Wirral Mind is a local, independent mental health charity, established in 1967 to help people in our community achieve better mental health.
Our vision
We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets both support and respect
Our mission
Our aim is to normalise conversations around mental health, tackle stigma and discrimination, raise awareness, promote understanding, and support our community to live mentally healthier lives.
Our Services
We provide a range of services to support our community
Mental Health Resource Centre
Support Groups and activities
Counselling Befriending
Beating the Blues Online CBT
Motiv8! (Physical Activity Project)
Mums Matter
Supported Living Service
Cheshire and Merseyside Self-harm and Suicide Lived Experience Network
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Mental Health First Aid Training
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TIME TO GO NUTS ABOUT OUR DIET
Poor diets are leading to a growth in chronic diseases including heart problems, Type 2 diabetes and even dementia. This is predicted to grow between 20%-90% over the next 15 years. We’re living longer but the time lived without a disabling health condition is shortening.
You might not believe it, but the food we eat is the biggest contributor to this growing national health crisis.
Globally, consuming unhealthy, nutrient-deficient food instead of nutrient-rich, wholesome food causes more deaths than smoking every year.
In the UK alone, poor diets account for 22% of all deaths, which are completely preventable.
Most of us know we should be eating more good foods like fruit and veg, but, as a nation, we struggle. Whilst fruit and veg are full of nutrients, cramming in the recommended 400g a day, is hard. There is another way…Nuts, Seeds, and Dried Fruit. NATURE’S NUTRIENT POWERHOUSES! Crammed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and protein, there’s a mountain of nutrition in every handful. The immense nutritional benefits are plain to see:
• 25g of NUTS vs 80g of VEG
• 7x more protein (found in almonds helping build muscle mass)
• 40x more biotin (found in pumpkin seeds supports the nervous system)
• 10x more manganese (found in walnuts protects cells from oxidative stress, contributes to normal energyyielding metabolism)
• 25g of DRIED FRUIT vs 80g of FRESH FRUIT
• 3 x more potassium (found in dried apricots)
• 5 x more calcium (found in raisins)
• 12 x more iron (found in prunes, which contributes to reducing tiredness and fatigue)
It’s the density of these nutrients that mean a portion of nuts, seeds or dried fruit is just a handful (about 25g) and not a plateful.
Take almonds, walnuts or Brazil nuts as an example. All
THE NATION’S HEALTH IS AT CRISIS POINT
3 contain Manganese, which contributes to normal energyyielding metabolism, maintenance of normal bones, formation of connective tissue and the protection of cells from oxidative stress. All those amazing health benefits crammed into a tiny handful.
Or how about Figs, prunes, apricots or the humble raisin? Each of these little wonders contain Iron, a wonderous micronutrient which contributes to normal cognitive function and cognitive development in children, the reduction of tiredness & fatigue and the function of the immune system.
Their power doesn’t end there. Evidence shows that if we consumed more dried fruit, nuts & seeds the disease burden and diet-related deaths would reduce. Studies have shown that a single 25g portion of nuts, 5 times a week can:
• Reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 50%
• Reduce Type 2 Diabetes by up to 24%
• Reduce depression by 17%.
Nutrition studies by The Scientific Advisory Committee show that Dried Fruit, packed with fibre, can significantly reduce incidence of:
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Heart attacks
• Strokes
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Colorectal cancers
Small wonder it’s time to think about Dried Fruit, Nuts & Seeds a little differently. Experiment with flavour, texture and taste by adding a tiny handful. So maybe its time to boost up your breakfast, power up your lunch, super charge snack time or make dinner more dynamite this summer!
