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Monday, July 1, 2024
Lead is a poison and has been removed from many formerly common uses such as for water pipes and fishing weights, and in petrol and paints. But it is still legal to use lead ammunition to shoot gamebirds such as Pheasant, Red-legged Partridge, Grey Partridge and Red Grouse (amongst...
For anyone with even a hint of a sweet tooth, chocolate is irresistible. However, the average chocolate bar is loaded with sugar and saturated fat, making it unhealthy. But opting for chocolate with a high cocoa content and low sugar can be much better. Surprisingly, cocoa, the plant from...
White bread is often considered less healthy than whole grain bread for several reasons: Nutrient Content: White bread is made from refined flour, where the nutrient-rich bran and germ of the wheat kernel are removed during processing. This results in a loss of essential nutrients such as fibre, vitamins (like...
Foodbanks are facing overwhelming demand and are struggling to meet the needs of the community. However, a recent study has discovered that community markets offer a sustainable solution by providing affordable food and supplies. These markets are open to everyone, regardless of income, fostering a sense of community and...

Christmas Dinner…

This contribution is triggered by adverts and TV chefs. I have concluded that the inevitable stress of Christmas dinner is created by adverts, supermarkets and TV chefs... It's a Sunday dinner for goodness sake!!! We do it quite happily 51 weeks of the year but can we the consumers be trusted...
East Dorset Friends of the Earth, in conjunction with Bournemouth University and UCU is holding a Climate Change Question Time at Bournemouth University, Lees Lecture Theatre, Talbot Campus on Saturday 6thNovember, 1.00 to 3.00pm. The event will enable members of the public, local organisations and councillors to hear from a panel of local experts...

Silence of the Lambs

Livestock farming is responsible for more greenhouse gas pollution than all the world’s transport. Yet governments won’t touch it. There are just two actions needed to prevent catastrophic climate breakdown: leave fossil fuels in the ground and stop farming animals. But, thanks to the power of the two industries, both...