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One in five of us is now suffering from symptoms of depression. That is twice as many as before the gloom of the Covid 19 pandemic closed over us. Read more

With the UK Government requesting guidance on the use of Vitamin D throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, here are a few Vitamin D health foods and supplements you should consider taking.

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Global studies show there is a reduced risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes and cancer by the adoption of a plant-based diet. Read more

There are so many benefits to eating almonds such as reducing blood pressure levels, lower cholesterol and almonds can even help with weight loss, not to mention being high in calcium and protein. Read more

The Christmas cake is, of course, naturally vegetarian. But this year we have introduced a simple twist that means it can also be naturally vegan. You can make it any time in the run up to the big day and nobody has to miss out on a slice of festive tradition! Read more

Despite the pandemic Grape Tree has opened five new stores and more are on the way. The expansion, which will create dozens of new jobs, comes against the bleak retail background of shop closures and job losses across the whole of the UK. Read more

The joys and health benefits of eating raisins, currants, and sultanas were almost certainly discovered when someone stumbled across unpicked grapes that had simply dried in the sun. That may have been around 2000 BC. Read more

Scientists have confirmed that the old family remedy for coughs and colds, a spoonful of honey, really does work. In fact, researchers at Oxford University say that honey is a better cure for upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) than antibiotics and over the counter medicines. Read more

A spooky vegan Halloween snack, great for parties or to bake with your family. Read more

This is the perfect treat for all the family to enjoy. A simple snack of apple slices topped with delicious peanut butter and decorated with sprinkles of dried fruit, chopped nuts and seeds for extra crunch. They are so tasty and easy to make in less than 5 minutes. You will have lots of fun creating this half term! Read more

The nutrients that help your self-defences stay fighting fit. Our immune systems are immensely complicated. At least six different cell types are involved in protecting our bodies from in-coming disease and illness threats. Read more