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Popcorn – more concentrated antioxidants than fruit and veg

We’re loving this one! Popcorn can be a healthy snack say US scientists, just make sure it’s air popped – and non GMO

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Natural remedies to relieve hay fever misery

These days, thanks to climate change, the hay fever ‘season’ can last well into autumn. Here’s some natural ways to find relief.

Rooibos – traditional remedy and modern success story

It’s Fairtgrade Fortnight and we’re celebratring our Fairtrade ingredients; here’s the story behind Red Bush tea

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Pine bark extract slows skin ageing and improves hydration

New evidence suggests that a natural supplement made from pine bark improves skin hydration and elasticity

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Kitchen cupboard solutions to a toxic world

A variety of every day foods can help draw environmental toxins out of your system – here’s some of the best

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Genetically modified foods – don’t believe the hype

GM hasn’t gone away – it’s just made a tactical retreat. We must remain vigilant and keep it out of farming and food

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Playing in the sun could reduce kids’ eczema and allergy risk

Scientists in Europe and Australia have found a crucial link between lack of sunshine and childhood allergies and eczema

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Climate change threat to health underplayed, say experts

Most of us still see climate change as a remote issue but, say experts, it will have a profound effect on our health

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Programmed to be Fat?

Can exposure to man-made chemicals make us gain weight? Scientists say the answer is yes

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Antibiotic alternatives – your 12-point plan

It’s time to kick the antibiotic habit and find better, more natural, ways of managing our day-to-day health

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