Book review: Hector and the search for happiness by Francois Lelord
When I was first recommended this book, I could only get a copy in French, but it’s since become widely available in English and tuened into an international best-seller. The…
Are you drinking yourself to death?
For many of us, a drink with a nice meal or to celebrate a special occasion is an enjoyable part of our culture. We even hear regular news reports of…
How to keep your memory in tip-top shape
We all walk into a room and forget why we’re there. Then there are those exasperating tip-of-the-tongue moments when we just can’t recall someone’s name, even though we know it.…
Get fit at 50 plus
Regular activity, no matter how gentle at first, can be a great way to cut your risk of stroke, heart disease and certain cancers. Exercise is a fabulous way to…
How to deal with chronic insomnia
If you suffer from chronic sleeplessness, you’re in illustrious historical company. Famous insomniacs who’ve spent endless nights staring at the darkness with their brains in overdrive include Napoleon Bonaparte, Robert…
How to get a good night’s sleep
We all know what it feels like to toss and turn relentlessly as the clock ticks away, dozing off fitfully before wakefulness returns for revenge. And it gets worse as…
The healing power of pets
As a young girl living in London, I had little opportunity for contact with animals. My constant pleas for a pet fell on deaf ears, but that only served to…
Blood pressure – what you need to know
Being aware of high blood pressure is particularly important for older people. As we age the problems which cause high blood pressure can build up and make us more susceptible.…
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