Limescale is something those living in hard water areas experience daily as it’s something that constantly returns. This is because of the minerals, such as calcium and magnesium, commonly found in water. When water evaporates, these are left behind. As they crystallise, a white crusty layer, called limescale, forms. If you’re struggling with limescale stains […]
I made delicious classy dessert from leftovers — cost nothing
We waste a huge amount of the food we buy, as much as 40% by some estimates. This is terrible for the environment and for your wallet. But with a little bit of creativity you can turn the food you might previously have thrown away or allowed to pass its use-by date at the back […]
Regular exercise may preserve brain health past the age of 65
Regular exercise such as swimming, running, walking or dancing may preserve brain abilities past the age of 65, research suggests. A study of 648 healthy people aged 65-80 found those with the highest cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) typically scored higher on five cognitive tests. These included assessments designed to test processing speed, working memory and executive […]
UK households urged to keep curtains open this Christmas
As Christmas draws closer, heating bills are beginning to climb and thousands of homes across the UK look for ways to warm up and save money. One of the top tips from the experts may seem counterintuitive but can actually help you in the long run – keeping your curtains open. Indoor living experts VonHaus recommend […]
Whiten and remove stains from socks using 1 natural yet powerful item – not vinegar
Stains are much more prominent on white socks and can be difficult to remove if you do not use the proper cleaning technique. It may seem like a good idea to use bleach to wash white socks, but this can worsen stains as the chemical will react to any sweat in the fabric which can […]
90% of toys bought on major UK websites are ‘illegal and dangerous’
With Christmas just around the corner, many families will have purchased toys online to gift their loved ones. And with the popularity and number of online marketplaces having exploded, there is more scope than ever to purchase things like toys cheaply online. But consumer champion Which? says it has carried out an investigation which shows […]
Crafty Christmas mum saves hundreds on Christmas gifts
When Hannah Deez’s Christmas gift budget started to push £1,000 every year, the savvy mother-of-two knew she needed to find a cheaper way. So last year, Hannah, 32, took matters into her own hands and made more than 100 food, craft and beauty products for her large circle of friends and family. The gifts were […]
Allye Energy delivers mobile clean power to the Film and TV Industry
Allye Energy has achieved a significant breakthrough in sustainable energy solutions by delivering its first MAX battery energy storage system to OnBio, a provider of renewable energy services to the film and TV industry. The UK is a global leader and cultural hub in the worldwide film and TV production industry, with expenditure hitting £4.2 […]
Younger Brits want chips over roasties with their Christmas dinner
A Christmas dinner stand-off is looming as almost 80% of younger adults are demanding that roasties are ditched in favour of chips on the big day itself. The issue is set to be more contentious than who gets to sit where or whether to dine before, during, or after the King’s Speech – as 98% […]
Celebrations ranked from best to worst – with surprise loser
The longstanding myth that Bounty is the least favourite chocolate in a tub of Celebrations has been debunked by surprising new research. A survey of 4,000 people uncovered that for 14% of Brits, no Christmas is complete without a passionate debate over which sweet treat reigns supreme in a selection box. The study was launched […]