A recent study highlights concerns among parents regarding the nutritional value of their children’s packed lunches. According to the research, one in five parents admits to using the same sandwich filling daily, often due to convenience or their child’s preferences. As schools prepare for the new academic year, this study brings the importance of balanced meals to the forefront. Dietician Lucy Kerrison offers insight into the “ideal” lunchbox, which should include a protein-filled sandwich, a vegetable snack, fruit, and a dairy item. Kerrison suggests including one portion of starches, such as bread, pasta, or rice, along with one to two…
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Mushrooms have long been the wellness trend of the moment, popping up in coffee, supplements, and even beer. Now, Dyson is introducing them as a secret weapon in the battle against frizzy hair with their latest innovation: Chitosan. Dyson’s new mushroom-based hair product, which includes styling cream, promises to reduce frizz by up to 50%, thanks to chitosan—a compound derived from the cell walls of oyster mushrooms. Chitosan, which is commonly used in skincare products, has been discovered by Dyson researchers to have properties that can tame unruly hair. Dyson’s new product range, named after this hero ingredient, will be…
Anxiety levels in children in England have reached record highs, shocking even seasoned NHS professionals. A recent investigation reveals that over 204,000 children were referred to NHS mental health services for anxiety in 2023-24, a figure that is more than double the pre-Covid levels. The surge has left health services struggling to cope, raising concerns about the NHS’s ability to support this vulnerable population. A doctor working in children’s mental health services in northern England described the figures as “jaw-dropping,” despite having witnessed the rise in demand firsthand. The sheer scale of the problem, laid bare by official data, has…
