Inside This Issue Local Businesses Best Tech For Christmas Buying A Bespoke Kitchen Autumn Planning & Planting Spiced Winter Vegetable Soup Movember Month - Men’s Health & much more!
November 2015 The Independent Community Magazine and Business Directory for East Hunsbury, West Hunsbury, Collingtree Park & Buckingham Fields Please mention The Hunsbury Handbook when responding to adverts
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lasted as long as possible but I have now succumbed to the influences of winter and finally put my heating on. The realisation that I could see my breath when talking made me acknowledge that it was time to relent! Unfortunately, the arrival of winter also diminishes my resolve to attend the gym or go running, choosing instead the cosiness of being snuggled on the sofa with a steaming cup of hot chocolate, topped with marshmallows...and of course biscuits to dunk (try our Snickerdoodles cookies on page 56)! Come to think of it - there are a few benefits to this season! My son’s secondary school choices have now been s u b m i tt e d (31st O c t ob e r d e a d li n e date; www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/admissions); it’s been an important but time-consuming process…although ultimately the final outcome lies with the County Council. Primary school admissions are still open, deadline date of 15th January 2016; see page 24 for more information. A friend of mine recently told me she’s nearly finished her Christmas shopping!!! It sent me into a slight panic as I’d not thought about Christmas at all. As much as I would love to ignore it (for a little longer anyway), Christmas is coming... If you’re looking for ways to boost your income in time for Christmas, read our finance feature on page 10. With that extra cash you’ve generated, take a look at the ten best tech gifts on page 16 - perfect for gadget lovers. We have a family ticket to see The Snow Queen to give away, courtesy of Royal & Derngate Theatre, competition details on page 28. Pippa Greenwood has advice of autumn planning and planting, page 42 and interior’s expert, Katherine Sorrell, looks at buying a bespoke kitchen, page 34. We have the perfect recipe to warm you up when you get in from the cold - spiced winter vegetable soup, page 38. Finally, it’s Movember - a month-long challenge to raise awareness of men’s health issues and raise funds for the Movember Foundation. We take a look behind the moustache to find out what it’s all about, page 46. Until next month...
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Cloudy2Clear Windows, the Northampton based window repair company, are revolutionising how homeowners view double glazing in our area. The company which specialises in repairing windows which are steamed up, broken or damaged by replacing the panes – not the frames has grown rapidly as customers take advantage of their services. Managing Director Trevor Skidmore, is convinced that much of his success is down to the fact that he employs tradesmen, not salesmen. ‘If you think about it, who wants to deal with the dreaded double glazing salesmen?
The thought of going through the whole tedious process of haggling with someone who arrives at 7 at night and then camps themselves in your house until midnight is not one most people find attractive. A lot of our customers are elderly and can feel very pressurised by sales tactics. We set out from day one to be very different.’ Trevor makes very sure his customers are looked after right from the first time Cloudy2Clear arrive at the house. ‘All our staff arrive in uniforms so the customer knows who they are and I insist that they wear plastic overshoes to protect the customers carpets. We then measure the windows that
have a problem and price the job up there and then, which usually takes around 15 minutes. If the customer wants the job doing we’ll arrange installation but if they want to call us back later that’s fine. What I don’t want to hear from any of my customers is that they felt pushed into anything. It’s just not our style.
We’re trying to give the glazing industry a reputable face and the evidence of my order book tells me my customers like our approach.’ So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Trevor a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be more than happy to help!
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With Christmas fast approaching it’s worthwhile trying to boost your income to cover some of the cost rather than over-using your credit card. So to avoid a huge bill in January and get the New Year off to a good start, try one or two of these ideas and generate some extra cash.
If you like to shop online at Christmas, you might be surprised by just how much cash you can get back when using sites such as Quidco and TopCashBack. There’s no charge to sign up and depending on the item purchased you can get between 3% and 10% of your money back. Once registered, you simply click through to a retailer and the purchase is tracked by the cashback site. The cash is then placed into your account and paid out according to the terms of the company.
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There is sometimes a minimum threshold that needs to be reached before your money is paid, however, so it’s worthwhile checking before you choose a site.
Not only will you declutter and make space for the next influx of presents, selling items online can generate some much-needed extra money at this time of year. There are hundreds of eBay categories and once you get into a routine of photographing and describing your items, it’s possible to significantly boost your Christmas budget. Amazon is great for selling books, CDs and DVDs that you no longer want, but they also offer hundreds of different item categories within their marketplace. If you have a lot of books to sell it can be quicker to list them on Amazon rather than eBay, as all you need to do is input the ISBN or title. The site then searches for the book and automatically adds postage, so all you need to do is write a short description.
Many people use Facebook to sell goods locally. It works like a classified ad – you list your item and local people come round to view it before purchasing with cash. The local online groups are run by volunteers, and the listing is free-of-charge which saves you money in comparison with eBay and Amazon. It’s a very convenient way to declutter and make some extra cash if you don’t want the hassle of posting items, or simply want to sell locally. If you’re prepared to give your opinion on a wide range of products or issues, you might find that completing online surveys is a good cashgenerator. There are plenty of survey sites to try, including Crowdology, Valued Opinions, and iSay. Many of these sites pay via PayPal and/or Amazon vouchers, but you’ll probably need to build up a minimum amount in your account before payment is made. In some cases this is just £3 or £4.
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If you’ve got time to spare, this can be a lucrative sideline and offers a great deal of variety. Depending on the mystery shopping company, you could be carrying out a covert visit to a store, ordering a sandwich in Subway or checking out the service in your local bank. It’s a really interesting way to boost your income, but does require some spare time. Some companies offer evening visits to restaurants or fast-food outlets – even weekends away to report on the level of service provided by leading hotels. You’ll need to fill in a report online following each visit and photograph or scan your receipts as proof that you’ve carried it out. Make sure that you read the instructions thoroughly before you set out,
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however, as you won’t get paid if you don’t follow them to the letter.
The UK arts and crafts scene has risen massively in popularity, and there is now a range of websites where you can sell your items. Folksy is one of the biggest of these in the UK and offers lots of help to set up your account. Once you’ve registered it’s a little like eBay in that you photograph your handcrafted items, write a description and add the postage amount before uploading for sale. It can be an enjoyable way to earn a little extra money, particularly if you’re already adept at jewellery-making or sewing. Other websites you might want to consider are Etsy and
RedBubble. If you prefer to sell in person, however, try a Christmas craft fair in your local area – there should be lots of trade and it helps that people can see the quality of items first -hand. You’ll probably find that your local school or garden centre hold a craft event leading up to Christmas. Alternatively, bigger venues such as National Trust properties or stately homes in your area are also popular locations for craft fairs all year round. These are just a few ideas for boosting your income – try picking one or two and you might find that you’ve got some money to spare in January. http:// www.moneysavingexpert.com/ family/make-money
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Christmas is coming and that means it’s shopping time - but what do you buy a gadgetcrazy friend or relative? These are the best tech gifts for Christmas. Whether it’s Amazon’s £35 Fire TV stick or Google’s £30 Chromecast, a TV streamer can turn a flat screen TV into a smart TV. Amazon’s version gives you Amazon Prime Instant Video while Chromecast offers Netflix (if you subscribe). Both devices have a range of free services too. - Buying for a fisherman or woman? The £149 FishHunter is a sonar fishfinder that connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth and can find fish at depths of up to 120 feet - or you could buy the £100 WaterWolf HD fishing camera, which can record up to four hours of fishy footage at depths of up to 100m.
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- If you didn’t like Windows 8 very much you’re not alone - but Windows 10 is much, much better and comes on a dizzying range of good
quality, affordable laptops for example, the superb HP Stream is £180. Fitness trackers are everywhere, but the £189 TomTom Spark stands out from the crowd by offering music storage for 500 songs as well as sleep and activity tracking. Too pricey? The excellent Fitbit Flex is £55. - You can spend hundreds or even thousands of pounds on a drone quadricopter, but for £69 the Parrot Rolling Spider delivers an awful lot of fun for a relatively low price. It’s a flying drone, of course, but it can also roll along on removable wheels to perform acrobatics. - The iPad Mini is the cheapest way to get the iPad experience, and its Retina display is a pleasure to look at. Prices start at £319. If that’s a bit steep, Tesco’s £99 Androidpowered Hudl 2 and Amazon’s £79 Kindle Fire HD are great value for money. - The iconic eighties home
computer is back for 2015 in two forms: the £100 Vega, which is designed purely for games and only has a few buttons and the £89 Remastered, which is a bluetooth keyboard that can play old Spectrum programs. The Vega comes preloaded with hundreds of games, while the Remastered can potentially access 10,000 Spectrum titles.
- The big games for children this year are Skylanders Superchargers and Disney Infinity 3.0, both of which are available for all major consoles and which use interchangeable toys to unlock in-game characters. And then there’s Minecraft, the global phenomenon: the children probably have the game already but there’s a huge range of officially licensed merchandise to choose from including action figures, books and soft toys. - It isn’t cheap - prices start at £299 but Apple’s watch is the prettiest and most desirable
smartwatch around, although it’s useless without an iPhone. If your recipient has an Android phone the Moto 360 2 (£229) is the best-looking Android Wear, while the £95 Pebble Steel works with Apple and Android and has garnered rave reviews. - Not strictly tech, we know, but if you’re buying for someone who already has everything they want then iTunes, Google
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When my children were young I used to dread visiting my in-laws, who lived a four-hour journey away from our London home. As working parents with two small children we usually arrived in a state of exhaustion, but the first couple of days were always full of frantic activity as the eager grandparents tried to make up for our six months’ absence in the space of a single week. While my husband and I were pleased to see them in such a happy mood, we also dreaded it because we knew what was to come. Half way through our visit my mother-in-law’s mood would invariably swing from feverish enjoyment to acute depression, as she began to anticipate our departure. The problem lay in the fact that we could only manage two or three trips each year and this led to a build-up of wishes and expectations that could never realistically be fulfilled in the space of a few days. As a result disappointment kicked in, affecting her mood and everyone else’s enjoyment. Families the world over face the same problem when they get together after a long absence, but such reunions can be particularly difficult at Christmas
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when expectations are so high. Here are a few tips to help you negotiate the minefield of family relationships over the festive season:
Spare a thought for the effort your visitors have made before leaving home - last-minute work deadlines, buying and wrapping presents, washing and packing clothes and toys, not to mention a long journey with over-excited children. They will probably be exhausted when they arrive, so give them time to relax and unwind before getting the party started. Children’s tastes change as rapidly as they outgrow their clothes. Take the time to check out what your grandchildren will really enjoy in terms of the food you provide, the day trips you plan and especially the Christmas presents you buy. Don’t purchase toys on impulse then feel disappointed because your present is left half unwrapped beneath the tree on Christmas morning.
Small children are creatures of habit and if they haven’t seen you for a while they may need
time to adjust. Try not to overwhelm them with noisy demonstrations of affection and don’t expect them to come to you straight away. With a little patience they will soon be climbing all over you, begging for stories, games and treats. Those brought up with the maxim “mother knows best” may be disappointed to learn that every bit of advice on child development traditionally supplied by parents and grandparents can now be found online, so hold back on the old wives’ tales and nuggets of wisdom you learned at your mother’s knee. No family is perfect, and coming together at Christmas, when everyone feels under pressure to have a good time, can be challenging - especially if you are trying to meet the needs and wishes of three generations under one roof. If you’ve previously experienced difficulties with family gatherings, make 2015 the year you put those experiences behind you. Remember, the greatest gift you can offer your loved ones over the festive season is the gift of empathy and understanding.
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School admissions for the September 2016 term at Northamptonshire primary schools are now open. No child is automatically allocated a place – please make sure you have applied to Northamptonshire County Council by the following date. If your child turns four before 31st August, 2016, it’s time to apply for their primary school place. Applications should be made by 15th January, 2016 at 5pm. Everything you need to apply is available on the school admission section of Northamptonshire County Council’s website. This includes the application
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Royal & Derngate - The Snow Queen A fabulous and funny frozen adventure takes to the stage at Royal & Derngate this Christmas This Christmas, Northampton’s Royal stage will be transformed into an icy, magical kingdom for an enchanting new version of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale, The Snow Queen. This fabulous and funny frozen adventure can be seen from 25 November to 3 January. Featuring memorable new songs and hilarious characters, this mischievous retelling of a timeless story will melt audiences’ hearts. In a frozen land far away, a Snow Queen kidnaps a young boy named Kai. His best friend Gerda, a stumpy, grumpy, determined little girl is the unlikely hero who sets out to rescue him. On the way, she finds friends who will help her, and discovers the truth behind the mysterious Snow Queen’s identity and why she lives locked up in solitude in her icy palace. This festive production is written by multi-award-winning comedy writer Georgia Pritchett (Miranda, The Thick Of It, Veep and Wallace And Gromit: Curse Of The Were-Rabbit), and features original songs by Dougal Irvine, who was the composer for The Bacchae and Blood Wedding at Royal & Derngate in 2012. An ideal Christmas treat anyone aged 4 and upwards to enjoy with their family, The Snow Queen runs at Royal & Derngate from Wednesday 25 November to Sunday 3 January, with tickets priced from £9.50 to £24*. For full details of performance times, call Royal & Derngate Box Office on 01604 624811 or visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk. *A transaction fee of £2.50 applies to all bookings (excluding Friends & Groups). This is per-transaction, not per-ticket.
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Buying a bespoke kitchen is like asking a tailor to make you a dress. Rather than squeezing into a ready-made garment that’s just like thousands of others, you get a unique and perfectly fitting outfit that makes the most of your best bits and disguises the worst. It’s attractive, comfortable and, whilst a little more costly (okay, sometimes a lot more costly), it will always look good and should last a lifetime. In kitchen terms, this means that a bespoke commission can cope with wonky walls, strange dimensions and interesting architectural features, will
Buy an off-the-peg kitchen and your choices are limited. Yes, there’ll be a selection of door styles, carcass sizes and, hopefully, several different worktops, but that’s about it. If your wall is a few centimetres longer than the standard run of cupboards, you’ll end up with a gap. It might be called a tray slot or space for a pull-out towel rail, but it’s still a gap. A bespoke kitchen, on the other hand, will be built to the exact dimensions of the room, large or small. You want extra-high base units? You’ve got them, to the millimetre. Extra-deep worktops? No problem. A
combination of different, perhaps unusual, materials? Just say the word. With bespoke you can choose the type of timber or the colour of the paint (if you’re having a painted kitchen, you could match the shade to, say, your favourite mug). You can specify any worktop, handle or appliance you like, or even go so far as to have special matching sockets fitted. As managing director and chief designer Andrew Hall, of Woodstock Furniture, says: ‘The beauty of a bespoke kitchen design service is that you will end up with an ergonomic, cohesive and unified space that is completely unique and tailored to your individual needs.’ With a bespoke kitchen, no detail is spared. It may be the dovetailing of the drawers or the way veneers are matched so they run perfectly across from one cupboard or drawer to the next. It may be the combination of base and wall cupboards, perhaps with open shelves and free-standing dressers; or it may be the size and shape of the island unit – square, rectangular, curved, stepped or any design you like. Special appliances or cooking utensils can be measured and interiors designed to suit, for the ultimate, ‘everything in its place’ room that combines good looks with functionality.
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Before contacting a bespoke kitchen company, it’s wise to start considering what type of kitchen you want; otherwise, the possibilities could simply be overwhelming. Many people find it helpful to keep a scrapbook of designs they like. That said, an experienced designer will be able to guide you through the maze of choices, asking the right questions about your style and how you use your kitchen in order to reach the best design. There will be one or more site visits for consultations, planning and measuring up, followed by drawings and costings. Once you have approved these, it will take several weeks or
even months for your furniture to be handbuilt and, during this time, you should complete any structural work. Then your units will be fitted by an expert team and templates made for worktops and splashbacks – which will then be made to measure. Finally, there’s likely to be a sign-off visit to fine-tune any problems and check that you’re happy with the result.
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There is no doubt that the main growing season is over for the year and autumn is now very much with us, which makes it a perfect time to review exactly how your garden looks at this time of year and to do some planning and planting too. If you haven’t chosen the contents of your beds and borders carefully then everything could well be looking a bit glum, so why not make sure that for years to come you have many rich autumnal shades of orange, red, yellow and gold to brighten things up? There are numerous trees, shrubs and climbers which have brilliant autumn colour and the
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advantage of these plants is that they will, of course, perform reliably year in and year out. Autumn is also a perfect time to plant trees and shrubs as the soil should still be relatively warm and yet also considerably more moist than it was during the summer months. It is also a perfect time to go shopping for plants which you want to be able to enjoy at this time of year. This will give you a chance to see the plants ‘in the flesh’ and find out which individual tints and hues you find the most attractive, as there is considerable variation - not only from clone to clone, but also from plant to plant. Looking at them now means that you can see them in their
true colours and choose those which suit you best. Make sure that you check the growing requirements of the trees and shrubs you choose carefully and ensure that you can supply them with exactly what they need, as soil and site conditions can hugely influence autumn colour. For instance, one of my real favourites (which is admittedly often rather too large for a small garden) is the sweet gum or Liquidambar. This is unlikely to produce the striking colour for which it is so renowned if it is planted in a relatively shallow soil over chalk. Wherever possible, you should try to choose a relatively sheltered site for
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plants grown for autumn colour and, if your garden is inclined to be rather windy, you should always try to avoid the most windswept areas as strong winds will rapidly knock the leaves from the shrub or tree just when the plant has come into the best of its autumnal shades, meaning that the display is far shorter. The ultimate choice of plants will obviously be largely determined by the conditions you have to offer and also the size of your garden and so a trip down to your favourite local garden centre or nursery is bound to fill you full of ideas. In the meantime, here are a few of my personal favourites. If you have a need for a climber then the Japanese crimson glory vine (Vitis coignetiae) is a fabulous ornamental vine which has the potential to grow up to a height of 90 feet, so can be used to train over trees or large buildings. Its delightfully toothed leaves turn a range of purple, crimson and reddish-orange colours in autumn. Some of the viburnums, including Viburnum dentatum, also have lovely autumn colours and if you like bright yellow autumn foliage then the witch hazels (Hamamelis and Fothergilla) are some of my favourites, although both of these do prefer to be grown in an acid soil. The numerous maples, in particular the Japanese maples, are one of the best trees I know for bringing vibrant colours into your garden during the autumn months. Another good thing about many of the maples - again, in particular the Japanese types - is that they are either relatively small trees or very slow growing, and so can be grown in most gardens or, failing this, even in large containers. There are lots of different types of Acer palmatum which bring lovely colour, including Acer palmatum ‘Lutesens’, which turns a rich yellowish gold, ‘Crimson Queen’, ‘Trompenburg’, ‘Garnet’ and ‘Seiryu’, ‘Osakazuki’, ‘Orange Dream’, ‘Heptalobum’ and Acer palmatum ‘dissectum’ and Acer palmatum ‘dissectum atropurpureum’, and also the beautifully finely divided leaves of Acer palmatum ‘Beni-Shidare’. Whatever you choose, and I do thoroughly recommend that you take a trip to a good nursery or garden centre before deciding on your shopping list, it is important to make sure
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that the plants’ root balls are thoroughly watered and teased out, before being placed in a well prepared planting hole. Plant at the correct depth, so that the shrub or tree is buried to exactly the same depth as it was whilst in the compost – this means that the top of the compost should be level with the soil surface. Should the weather suddenly turn dry, then always keep the soil just moist around the roots, both now and throughout next year, as this should help to ensure that they get really well established and you can enjoy them for many, many years to come. Make vegetable growing fun and productive with Pippa’s unique ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ system. Select your vegetable plants from www.pippagreenwood.com and your garden-ready plants are delivered in May; what makes it unique is that Pippa will email you every week with lots of tips and help about what you’re growing, ensuring great results. It is great value and various pack sizes are available, e.g. up to 55 plants for just £29.00, plus that weekly advice. Gifts Cards are also available.
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800 programs in 21 countries. “In the last 10 years or so, using an online platform as our community hub, we’ve built the largest global men’s health movement off the back of the simple act of growing a moustache and a sense of fun and mateship,” says Adam Garone, CEO and Co-Founder.
Movember is November’s month-long challenge to men to grow moustaches and talk about their health, with the aim to increase awareness of men’s health issues and raise funds for the Movember Foundation. Founded in Australia in 2003, the Movember Foundation started as ‘a conversation between mates’ but grew into a global charity, focussing on saving and improving the lives of men affected by prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health problems. It fundraises to finance global research and awareness programs and has raised an astounding £346 million to date, funding over
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The Movember Foundation points out that in 2011, the average life expectancy was 82.6 years for women in the UK but just 78.7 years for men. Men were also 14% more likely to get cancer and 32% more likely to die from it. 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some time in their lives and it kills one man every hour in the UK, while testicular cancer is the most common cancer in 25-49 year olds (but is curable in around 96% of cases). While it admits that the reasons for men’s poor health are ‘numerous and complex’, the Foundation sees the chief culprits as:
Lack of awareness and understanding of men’s health issues
Men’s reluctance to openly discuss their health and feelings or take action when they’re unwell
Men engaging in risky activities
Stigmas surrounding mental health
The Movember Foundation aims to reduce male mortality from prostate and testicular cancer, ensuring sufferers are physically and mentally well, and reduce mortality from male suicide by ensuring men and boys understand how to stay mentally healthy, take action early when they experience problems and don’t meet with discrimination. However, the Foundation acknowledges these aims will “require a fundamental paradigm shift in prevailing attitudes and beliefs of what it is to be a man”.
It’s easy to see that Movember’s fundraising is a huge success. But has it increased awareness and
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actually made a difference to men’s health? The most recent findings from the Foundation’s annual research showed that:
99% of participants talked to someone about their health
75% became more aware of the health issues they face
50% told someone they should take action to improve their health
75% said they were more likely to advise someone to seek professional health advice 62% had seen or were intending to see a doctor to discover their ‘key numbers’
Know your key numbers – however old you are, tracking your body mass index, weight, waistline measurement, blood pressure, cholesterol and blood glucose levels is ‘one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy’.
Know your family history – including any illnesses suffered by close relatives who have passed away. Keep on the move – maintain (or work up to) a routine of 20 -30 minutes of moderate physical activity, 2-3 days a week, avoid sitting for too long and stay on the move. Take the stairs (and a lunchtime walk). Stand up on public transport. Take action early – ‘Early diagnosis is often key to living a healthy life,’ says the Movember Foundation - and if there’s nothing wrong, your mind is put at rest. So attend that prostate examination and check your testes regularly (http:// www.yourprivates.org.uk/ provides a useful guide). Don’t smoke - Smoking doubles your risk of heart disease and makes you 20 times more likely to develop lung cancer - it causes around 90% of lung cancer deaths in males. Eat well – think moderation and variety. Fill up with fruits,
vegetables, whole grains and healthy proteins like lean meats, poultry, fish, beans and nuts and minerals, and avoid foods and drinks with added sugars or high in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol and salt. Sleep well – lack of sleep and poor quality sleep can damage your immune system and increase your appetite and vulnerability to stress. Manage your stress and stay mentally healthy – keep smiling and ensure you spend time doing things you find enjoyable and relaxing. Be proactive about looking after your mental health. Drink alcohol only in moderation Wear sunscreen – and if you’re concerned about any skin changes see your doctor. Early diagnosis and treatment dramatically increases the survival rate from melanoma. To find out more about the Movember Foundation, visit the website: https:// uk.movember.com/
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using it – my skin felt softer, tighter and less puffy. A box of 10 applications costs £79, so it isn’t cheap, but it’s worth having on hand for special occasions. I do love a good multi-tasker, and cocoa butter certainly meets that job description. You can use it for everything from smoothing split ends to soothing eczema; it’s particularly good as a body butter. Not all cocoa body butters are equally as effective however; some are heavily diluted with water and packed with preservatives, colours, artificial perfumes and so on. If you’re looking for a body butter that really delivers results, I recommend Mixtress Jamaican Cocoa Body Butter – a blend of organic cocoa butter, coconut oil and sweet almond oil, which smells wonderfully chocolatey and really helps to nourish your skin. A 150ml tub costs £9.95, and a little goes a long way, so it offers great value for money. When it comes to your hair, try a hair mask by Italian brand Green Energy Organics. There are several different masks available, all priced at £15.50 and available from www.millabaci.com. La Recolte des Fleur D’Orange, for example, is a powerful blend of fatty acids and fruit extracts, including orange flower, pomegranate, rose, chamomile and grape. It’s specially formulated to give a real boost to coloured, damaged or lacklustre hair. You only need to leave the mask on for 10
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Leisure
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0871 200 2000
Simon De Senlis Primary School
661011
Tenpin Bowling, Sixfields
0871 550 1010
Hunsbury Park Primary School
761566
Abbeyfield School
763616
East Hunsbury Primary School Absence Line
Dentists / Opticians Rowtree Dental Surgery East Hunsbury
706887
Hunsbury Dental Care Camp Hill
760156
Tesco Opticians, Clannell Road, East Hunsbury
0845 6013479
Mark Darling Eyecare, St. Leonards Road, Far Cotton
765855
Doctors Penvale Park Medical Centre, East Hunsbury
700660
Danes Camp Surgery East Hunsbury
709426
Whitefields Surgery Camp Hill
760171
Pharmacies Unidrug Dispensing Chemist, Butts Rd
702047
In-Store Pharmacy Tesco, Clannell Rd
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705005
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