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Symprove
Gains Top Marks
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For irritable bowel syndrome,
bloating and constipation
Symprove – a live activated probiotic
food supplement – has quietly gathered momentum since
its launch in autumn 2009. As part of its commitment to
quality and ongoing improvement, Symprove recently
carried out a customer satisfaction survey and is
extremely encouraged by the results.
Customer service scored close to 100%
and comments highlighting the team’s friendliness and
sensitivity, as well as being informative, were made.
Product leaflets and web information
also gained a high score of 92%. The short website video
describing how live activated probiotics work was
mentioned as being extremely useful to many customers.
Keen to support the environment,
Symprove took great care at the design stage to ensure
that packaging can be recycled and that the product is
clean-looking without any gimmicks. Customers gave
Symprove packaging a score of 95%.
92% would recommend Symprove to
family and friends. This result is reflected in customer
take-up as sales have increased exponentially over the
last few months. As a long term sufferer of IBS, war
veteran James Brockenhurst has been using Symprove for
some time.
"I’ve had many medical interventions
over the years as well as tried numerous
over-the-counter remedies without result. I’ve
recommended Symprove to all I know as it’s an excellent
product and helps to diminish IBS symptoms and improve
digestion."
Soon after the launch of Symprove it
became apparent that people with digestive problems such
as IBS and IBD were adopting the product. But over the
last few months, there are strong indications, that
people are using Symprove for other health and lifestyle
issues. This is also evident in the feedback received
from the customer survey.
Mrs Fielding, a 52-year old from the
Lake District leads a busy life. "I’m always on the go,
work hard and look after my grandchildren on a regular
basis. I’m in reasonable health generally, take at least
20 minutes exercise a day and watch what I eat. But over
the last couple of years, I’ve noticed that I’m getting
tired easily, am often bloated and my digestive system
has become very sluggish. I’ve tried adjusting my diet -
cutting out food such as porridge and bread - as I think
these have had an effect, and I also tried Yakult. None
of it made much difference, until I discovered Symprove.
I’ve been taking Symprove for 5 weeks
and now I have loads more energy. I feel much more like
the person I used to be 2 years or so ago. As Symprove
is quite expensive, I plan to keep a few bottles on
standby, and if my symptoms return, will take another
month’s supply. I really don’t want to go back to the
lethargy and discomfort I’ve felt over the last couple
of years."
Mrs Fielding discovered Symprove
whilst reading a weekly magazine. When asked what made
her take the trouble to find out more and then buy
Symprove she said, "I could empathise with the lady in
the article. She wasn’t diagnosed with a particular
digestive problem but had similar symptoms. It worked
for her so perhaps it could work for me."
The digestive system is the root of
all health and good bacteria play a big part in
supporting the immune system. If the gut is irritated or
inflamed, it cannot do its job properly. Whilst
antibiotics play an important part in helping to cure
illness, if taken on a regular basis, weaken the
undefended lining of the gut considerably. In turn, this
can create new health problems and some customers have
mentioned they have used Symprove following a course of
antibiotics.
Founder, Barry Smith comments, "By
self-managing the gut and taking a live activated
probiotic food supplement, people can immediately gain
control of the situation and replenish the gut. Whilst
antibiotics can tackle infection, they are not selective
and in general also wipe out and damage the natural
bacterial flora. Symprove provides the opportunity to
manage this problem by re-inoculating with good
bacteria."
A holiday is something that most
people look forward to but this is not always the case
for some. A number of customers have mentioned they take
a bottle of Symprove on holiday as standby in case they
end up getting a tummy bug or are affected by unusual or
different foods. For 4 customers with IBS or IBD,
Symprove has given them the confidence to take a holiday
for the first time in years.
Whilst a few customers commented that
they find the flavour takes a bit of time to get used
to, others mentioned that whilst this is the case, "they
know it is doing them good". A small percentage feel
Symprove is a "little expensive" but continue to use
Symprove on a regular basis as the "benefits far
outweigh the price." Customer retention rates
approaching 50% reflect this.
CEO, Michael Le Brocq comments, "The
feedback we’ve received from this customer survey as
well as the comments that come in from other customers
on a regular basis, are extremely important to Symprove.
We listen and are constantly looking at, and reviewing
ways to improve our customer care programme, as well as
product quality and price going forward.
As we grow, economies of scale will
quickly kick-in and allow us greater flexibility on
distribution and price. In the meantime we’re absolutely
delighted that we’re pleasing our customers to this
extent. Our ambition is to retain this quality of
relationship with our clients in the long-term."
For more information on Symprove visit the website at
www.symprove.com or contact Symprove on 01252
413600.
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Healthy
Autumn Recipe
Roasted Peppers With Spiced Beans and Goat's Cheese
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Make this healthy Autumn recipe with a
wonderful spicy taste.
This mouthwatering
meal has been created by
Canned Food UK
Ingredients
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2 large red peppers
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3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
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1 onion, chopped
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1 garlic clove, crushed
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85g canned button mushrooms
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½ small butternut squash, peeled and diced
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200g can curry sauce
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1 x 400g can red kidney beans, drained
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A little low-sodium salt and freshly ground black pepper
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125g (4 oz) Goat’s cheese, roughly sliced
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) of chopped fresh coriander
Method
1. Heat the oven to
190°C,
375°F
or Gas 5.
2. Cut the peppers
in half lengthways, keeping the stalk attached, and
remove the seeds. Brush the outsides with a little of
the extra virgin olive oil then place them, skin-side
down, in a roasting tin, packing quite tightly so they
don’t roll over.
3. Heat 2
tablespoons of the oil in a large pan and add the onions
and garlic. Cook over a moderate heat for 3 minutes
until the onions have softened.
4. Add the mushrooms
and squash and continue cooking for a further 5 minutes.
5. Add the curry
sauce and red kidney beans. Bring to the boil, then
reduce the heat and simmer for 10 – 15 minutes until the
vegetables are tender. Season with the low-sodium salt
and pepper. Stir in the Goat’s cheese and fresh
coriander
6. Spoon the bean
mixture into the pepper halves. Drizzle over the
remaining olive oil.
7.
Cover the roasting tin tightly with foil and
bake for 1 hour until the peppers are tender.
Serves 4
Nutritional Value per serving:
·
Calories: 307
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Protein: 13g
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Carbohydrate: 21g
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Fat: 19g
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Saturated fat: 6.9g
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Fibre: 5.6g
For further information about Canned Food UK click on
www.cannedfood.co.uk
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Worried
About
Your Memory?
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Alzheimer’s Society is launching a
campaign to encourage people who are worried about their
memory to get help as soon as possible.
The campaign stresses the importance of seeking help if
they are worried about their own memory or that of
someone close to them. Currently only a third of people
with dementia ever receive a formal diagnosis.
Research shows that many people concerned about memory
problems put off going to see their GP. The campaign
will involve leaflets and posters being sent to 10,000
GP surgeries across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Ruth Sutherland, Acting Chief Executive of Alzheimer’s
Society says, "We want people to know that everyone gets
a little forgetful from time to time, but when memory
loss starts to interfere with daily life it is important
to get it checked out as soon as possible. Memory loss
can be a symptom of dementia, along with confusion and
mood changes. The sooner people seek help the sooner
they can start living their lives to the full.’
The initiative, called Worried about your memory?
follows a successful campaign in 2009 which reached
80,000 people after leaflets were delivered to GPs
across the country. Of the people who requested further
information, one in five went on to get a diagnosis.
The new materials have been re-designed and encourage
people to seek help without delay if they have concerns.
To support the leaflet campaign in GP surgeries,
Alzheimer’s Society will be targeting those most at risk
of dementia, such as people with high blood pressure,
cholesterol or who have had a stroke.
Care Services Minister Paul Burstow MP
says, "There are 750,000 people living with dementia in
the UK and it is one of the most significant health
challenges facing society. Many people wait a long time
before reporting symptoms of dementia to their doctor,
and too often people don't receive a formal diagnosis.
"Without a diagnosis, people cannot receive appropriate
support and information. The new Coalition Government
has already demonstrated its commitment to improving the
quality of dementia care. We are also convinced of the
benefits of receiving an early diagnosis.
"I
am confident that Alzheimer's Society's "Worried about
your memory?" campaign will help to raise public
awareness of the symptoms of dementia and encourage
people who are concerned about their memory or that of a
loved one to go to see their GP."
Ruth Sutherland adds, "This campaign is designed to
improve the shockingly low diagnosis rates of dementia
in the UK. Alzheimer’s Society is on hand to support
anyone going through this worrying time and can offer
support through our services across the country, which
include a national helpline."
Further Information
For more information about the campaign
click on
www.alzheimers.org.uk/memoryworry
If you would like to download a 'Worried About Your
Memory?' booklet
click here
And for the National Dementia Helpline
call Telephone: 0845 300 0336.
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MS Sufferer
Marches Back to Independence
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Until recently, Sally Sullivan
was unable to walk more than 500
metres from her house without
worrying that she might trip or
lose balance and fall.
The 57 year old was diagnosed
with multiple sclerosis 25 years
ago and her independence has
gradually diminished over the
years until she discovered
Bioness, a Functional Electrical
Stimulation (FES) technique that
sends electrical signals via
electrode patches through the
body and stimulates the movement
of muscles affected by
paralysis.
Sally’s MS triggered a condition
in her right leg known as drop
foot which affects close to
200,000 individuals in the UK.
Sally says, “Walking with drop
foot is exhausting. I can’t lift
my foot or toes off the ground
which means I have to drag it
along behind me. As well as
embarrassing, it has made me
feel really insecure as it is
easy for me to fall over which
is really painful and
embarrassing.
“On windy days I wouldn’t even
dare to leave the house as the
wind destabilises me even more.
Even having people walk too
close to me affects my balance
and I wobble.”
Seven years after her diagnosis,
Sally and her husband moved
semi-permanently to Bangkok.
Whilst living in Thailand they
learnt about Functional
Electrical Stimulation (FES).
“I had never heard of FES and
the idea that it could retrain
the muscles in my leg and enable
me to walk properly just seemed
incredible,” Sally says. The
initial device she tried was
linked to a foot sensor by a
wire. “It was very difficult to
put the device on and take it
off as the electrodes had to be
put in a very specific place.”
Further research revealed the
NESS L300™ by Bioness, a
wireless device and Sally’s
husband found a distributor in
Cardiff. In pursuit of mobility
they ordered one and flew back
from Thailand to try it on.
This time, Sally found it easy
to use; not only were there no
wires, but the electrodes were
fitted in a small lightweight
leg cuff fitted just below the
knee, not dissimilar to an
athletic knee support, making it
much easier to find the correct
position.
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“When I turn on the device, all
I can feel is a painless
vibration in my leg, and I’m
good to go! The device also has
a wireless gait sensor that
adjusts to “real-time” changes
in my walking pattern so that I
can walk more easily on uneven
surfaces, walk backwards, or
even walk on slopes.
“I feel completely liberated!
Recently I walked one and a half
miles across town and back. I
would never have dreamed of
doing that before. It has given
me back my independence.” Sally
has now moved back permanently
to UK and lives in Kent. She
wears her NESS L300™ daily.
Bioness offers innovative
Neuromodulation products
designed to help certain
individuals with central nervous
system disorders and diseases
such as Stroke, Multiple
Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain
Injury, Cerebral Palsy and
Spinal Cord Injury. The products
use electrical stimulation to
help people regain mobility,
physical independence and
productivity.
For more information visit
www.bioness.com
or consult a qualified physician
to find out if these products
are right for you.
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Boost Your Energy With a
Cup Full of Lift
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We are all
familiar with the daily 3pm
slump when only a quick boost of
energy will see you through the
afternoon’s challenges. It’s
times like these when Lift can
really revitalise your senses!
Each cup of Lift is bursting with
Vitamin C and suitable for
vegetarians. What’s more, it
will help to wake up your taste
buds keeping you alert and
invigorated until home time.
Now you can enjoy a tasty Lift
throughout the day with the
bursting refreshment of brand
new Instant Red Berries
flavoured tea. Lift is a sweet
treat which can be enjoyed
either hot or cold - a fruity
alternative to your daily cuppa!
Alternatively, why not try Lift
Red Berries with iced water for
a quick, thirst-quenching
alternative to fizzy cocktails.
And when the winter months
shortly come rolling in, let a
hot and fruity cup of Lift to
see you through those bleak
mornings and gloomy evenings.
Red Berries
joins Lift’s already delicious
collection of fruit teas
including Original Lemon, Lemon
Reduced Sweetness, Apple and
Peach.
All perfectly convenient and
wonderfully tasty – all you need
to do is add water!
Recommended retail price is
£1.45 for 150g. Lift is
available exclusively from Tesco
stores.
For more information visit the
website at
www.liftdrinks.com
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Don't Miss Naidex South at ExCeL
in London
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As the nation’s
capital, and home to an
estimated 1.4 million people
living with a disability, London
is a hub of information,
organisations and charities all
designed to aid independent
living. However, aside from the
internet, there is no single
place where healthcare
professionals, carers, those
with a disability and their
families can access all the
information they need. That is
until now when the first Naidex
South takes place at ExCeL
London on the 29th - 30th
September 2010.
A sister show to
Naidex, the UK’s largest
disability, rehabilitation and
homecare exhibition, Naidex
South is a positive step in
helping to bring more awareness,
advice and support to those
within the disabled community.
As Event Director Liz Virgo
explains, it is not just about
products which can be purchased.
“We are very excited about
Naidex South. The reputation of
Naidex has grown over recent
years, and education as well as
innovation is now key on our
agenda. We hope that with the
introduction of features such as
Naidex Heart we are offering
people a day out that will open
their eyes to much more than
they would expect from any other
disability exhibition.”
Located right at
the heart of Naidex South,
Naidex Heart provides a central
support, advice and engagement
hub. Promoting relaxation and
wellbeing, here visitors will be
able to access help and
information on charities in the
dedicated Charity Zone, enjoy a
massage, discover new
alternative therapies and visit
the Media Zone, home to all the
leading magazines.
Another centrally-located
resource is The Disabled Living
Foundation (DLF) where visitors
can pick up information on
exhibiting companies and
discover which products will
best suit individual needs.
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Naidex South is
also home to a range of features
designed to suit the needs of
its visitors. For healthcare
professionals there is a
comprehensive CPD-accredited
seminar programme supported by
The College of Occupational
Therapists and the Healthcare
Professional Council and
offering all attendees a CPD
certificate for their training
records.
The Naidex South entry badge
also provides free access to
Primary Care Live, a co-located
exhibition where professionals
will be able to further enhance
their knowledge through
attendance at an additional
twenty free CPD-accredited
conferences. Topics here
include Wound Care, Speech and
Language Therapy, Physiotherapy
and Nutrition. For further
information visit
www.primarycarelive.com
One not-to-be
missed feature of Naidex South
is the Lifestyle Seminar Theatre
where visitors can see the
incredible guide dogs from
Canine Partners in action as
well as be inspired by speakers
who share their experiences in a
live and interactive format.
Other sessions include the
chance to see comedians and, for
the general public and carers
who wish to hear more about
industry advancements free from
all the jargon, individual slots
where industry experts share
their practical advice in
informative sessions.
KideQuip, the
unmissable zone dedicated to
children with special needs,
features an interactive area
where visitors will be able to
meet and discuss individual
needs with exhibitors including
Chunc posture & Mobility for
Young People, Tomcat and
Safespaces who offer products
aimed specifically at children.
For those who are
looking for the latest in
innovation, Naidex South has a
wide range of highly respected
exhibitors all showcasing the
latest in living aids, mobility,
furniture, clothing,
communication and adaptation.
New product innovations are
launched and showcased and
visitors will have the chance to
touch, test and compare the
latest products in the industry
to ensure that their final
choice is perfectly suited to
their individual needs. The
Communication Village is
designed to house nothing but
the latest technological
advancements from companies such
as BSKYB, and BT.
There is also the Car Zone,
supported by Mobilise, where
many of the UK’s leading vehicle
converters, including
Brotherwood, Lewis Reed and
Sirus, will be exhibiting the
latest developments aimed at
helping people with disabilities
get out on the open road and
further increase their
independence. Mobilise will
also be on hand to provide
invaluable advice on accessible
parking and vehicle adaptation.
Educating people
on the latest industry
developments as well as the
newest products has a positive
effect on everyone. It is about
ensuring that people who live
with disability are as confident
and comfortable as possible.
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After opening
Naidex 2010 Shannon Murray, the
UK’s first disabled model and
now a recognised TV personality
(pictured above) says, “There
are many benefits of Naidex. It
is the only place where you get
to see such a wide range of
products and can be introduced
to more resources than you ever
knew existed. Investing in these
products is an incredibly
important decision, not only can
they be costly, but with so much
competition it is fundamental
that you chose the right product
for you.
"It is fantastic that you can
test and compare products
therefore allowing you to make
an informed choice. Naidex was a
heartening event, and a must on
the disabled calendar and the
launch of Naidex South is
tremendous news for disabled
people in the South. I encourage
all who can to attend.”
About Naidex South
Dates: 29th – 30th
September
Venue: ExCeL
London
Opening Times: 29th
September: 10.00am – 5.00pm, 30th
September: 10.00am – 4.00pm
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Entry is free to all visitors
providing they have registered
in advance. FREE registration
is available at
www.naidexsouth.com
Priority Booking Code
Please
include the
priority code
EW14
when you register for your
tickets.
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Eat Well to
Protect Your Eyes
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By Dr.
Ian Murray
Dr. Ian Murray is a Senior Lecturer for the
Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of
Manchester. His areas of expertise include
Visual Optics and Instrumentation, Visual
Psychophysics and Visual Neuroscience.
He contributed to the invention of the M-Pod, a
device which measures Macular Pigment levels,
one of the risk factors in Age Related Macular
Degeneration (AMD) the biggest cause in older
eye vision loss in the UK, Europe and USA. Here
Dr. Murray discusses the steps we should all
take to help prevent the onset of the condition.
“Many of us suffer from eye sight problems as we
get older, but did you know that reducing the
risk of the biggest cause of blindness in people
over 70, Age Related Macula Degeneration (AMD),
could be as simple as eating the right kinds of
foods, keeping fit and wearing sunglasses?
What is Age
Related Macula
Degeneration?
Age Related Macula Degeneration (AMD) is the
deterioration of the macula at the back of the
eye. The macula is protected by macular pigment,
which helps safeguard it from harmful ultra
violet (blue) light - it is basically your eyes
natural sunscreen. The density of this pigment
is linked to diet and is usually found to be
reduced in smokers.
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There are two types of AMD: Dry and wet. Most
people have the dry form, and once AMD presents
itself it is very difficult, if not impossible
to cure. As low macular pigment is a major risk
factor of AMD, if steps are taken to improve
levels before AMD takes hold, the condition may
be prevented or slowed. The wet form, which only
effects 15% of patients, is more severe. In some
cases, wet AMD can be treated with lasers, but
this does not guarantee improved vision.
Exposure to UV, plus other factors, such as
inheritance and poor diet are all contributors
to the condition. Sufferers experience
difficulty seeing people’s faces, driving,
reading and straight lines can appear wavy - in
its most aggressive form, central vision is
totally destroyed. For more information about
AMD visit
www.amd.org
Find out your
macular pigment levels
Getting screened to find out your macular
pigment levels is a simple process which is
offered at some opticians throughout the
country. The only portable, and most simple
macular pigment screening device is the M|POD,
which is non-invasive – users just press a
button - and low-cost, at approximately £15 -
£30 for the test.
Am I at risk from
AMD?
Most Sixtyplusurfers visitors should get
screened, as AMD usually presents itself from 50
onwards – however deterioration can start
earlier. Certain groups are more likely to
suffer than others, evidence suggests that more
women than men have the condition and if there’s
a family history of AMD, then you should
definitely seek the advice of your optician.
Other risk factors
include:
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Having a fair complexion and blue or pale eyes
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Being overweight
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Smoking
·
Poor diet
Improve your macular
pigment levels
While most cases of AMD cannot be cured, some
can be improved and it may be prevented or
slowed if macular pigment levels are increased.
A diet rich in antioxidant vitamins and minerals
may help reduce the risk of developing the
condition.
Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables, in
particular leafy green ones, such as spinach,
kale and broccoli, can improve macular pigment
levels. Making sure your fit and not smoking
will also help. There are ocular supplements on
the market that contain Lutein and Zeaxanthin,
which have been proven to increase macular
pigment.
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Everyone should eat a diet high in fruit and
vegetables and do some form of exercise – it’s
good for your whole body, not just your eyes.
For individuals who show low levels of macular
pigment following screening, your optician may
suggest taking supplements as a quicker way to
prevent the risk of AMD.
If you are concerned about AMD, visit your
optician and find out about getting screened for
macular pigment levels. By keeping your eyes’
natural sunscreen healthy, the on-set of
impaired vision in later life could be
prevented.
The M|POD uses state of the art technology and
was developed in conjunction with the Faculty of
Life Sciences at Manchester University.
To find out more visit
www.macular-disease.org
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EastEnders
Villain Goes on the Run to Raise Money for
Alzheimer's Society
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Actor John Altman, best known for
his role of ‘Nasty’ Nick Cotton in top TV soap
EastEnders, is heading to Sheffield to take part
in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on 5 September
for Alzheimer’s Society.
Alzheimer’s Society is the
nominated charity for the Bupa Great Run series
for the second year and John, an experienced
runner who has completed several full and half
marathons for charity, is giving his support by
running the 10K race.
John says, "My father had dementia in his latter
years and I also have a very close friend who is
only in his fifties, but has dementia with Lewy
bodies, so I know what a cruel disease it is and
the devastating impact it has on families. That
is why I’m running for Alzheimer’s Society.
The Society relies on voluntary income to
support people with dementia and their carers
and undertake vital dementia research. Raising
just £20 could support a researcher for a day
with the equipment and chemicals needed to
develop better treatments in the fight against
dementia, so everything counts."
As well as appearing in films such as
Quadraphenia and American Werewolf in London,
John is an accomplished musician and has played
lead roles in West End musicals such Chicago and
Oliver! However, John is more widely known for
his portrayal of EastEnders villain ‘Nasty’ Nick
Cotton, whose storylines have seen him twice
commit murder, accidentally kill his own son,
succumb to heroin addiction and attempt to
poison his own mother twice,
since his first appearance in the
programme in 1985.
However, unlike his smoking, drinking and
formerly drug-addicted character in the popular
BBC soap, John is a fitness devotee. He adds, "It’s
important to me to live well and I love running,
so it’s a great way to support Alzheimer’s
Society. The funds raised from the Bupa Great
Yorkshire Run will help people with dementia
live well today and help to find a cure
tomorrow."
Dr Graham Stokes, Bupa’s director
of dementia care explains why Alzheimer’s
Society was a natural choice to be the nominated
charity, "Alzheimer’s Society and Bupa are
working together across a range of projects to
support people with dementia and their carers
and to find a cure for the future, whilst
improving their quality of life and care.
"Both organisations share a
commitment to fighting dementia and a belief in
the health benefits of exercise. Signing up to
support Alzheimer’s Society in a Bupa Great Run
means you can get fit, helping reduce your risk
of dementia whilst raising money for a very
worthwhile cause."
For more information about Alzheimer's Society
click on
www.alzheimers.org.uk
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Do
You Go Up a Dress Size in a Day?
It Might be Candida
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Cherry
Smith, Registered Homeopath
Going up a dress size in a day
may seem extreme, but for many women its a
reality. Excessive bloating can actually mean
that clothes that fit in the morning are far too
tight by the evening.
The good news is this isn’t actually fat or
“weight” that is being put on. It’s usually a
result of yeasts in the gut getting out of
control. And it can be treated, and most in
cases, eliminated.
A common yeast causing gut problems and bloating
is Candida. Although it’s naturally present in
our gut it can get out of hand and cause a
variety of symptoms - bloating is just one of
them.
Other symptoms could include:
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Sugar cravings.
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Diarrhoea and/or constipation.
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Allergies to certain foods,
pollens, house dust mites or animals.
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A strong reaction to beer -
either positive or negative. Either people don’t
like it but they don’t know why. Or they are
“addicted” to it. A beer can also make sufferers
sleepy
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Repeated bouts of thrush
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Depression and anxiety without
any obvious cause
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Fatigue
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Lack of concentration
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Migraines
So how can
Candida be treated?
Cherry Smith is a registered homeopath,
qualified EAV practitioner and expert in Candida
treatment. She says, “Most people recommend a traditional
Candida diet - but it is very restrictive and in
my experience most people can’t maintain it for
long enough to make any real difference. Candida
mainly feeds on sugars and simple carbohydrates,
but it can switch to proteins if necessary. So
in many ways fighting Candida through your diet
can be an impossible task.”
"In addition, because Candida is a fungi, when
its food source is lacking it will become
dormant in a cyst form clinging to the gut
walls. In this form it can survive for years. So
when you change back to a normal diet it just
starts up again. It may sound counter-intuitive
but it’s actually better to keep the Candida in
an active state so that anti-fungal therapies
can work better and kill if off."
So what does Cherry recommend? Here are her 10
tips to help combat Candida for good:
1. Eliminate sugar as much as possible - Candida
thrives on it, so the amount of Candida cells
will generally reduce if sugar is excluded from
your food. It’s not a cure-all but it’s a good
start and makes treatment easier.
2. Use a good probiotic daily.
3. If you are experiencing food allergies and
your energy levels are falling then a homeopath
could help with remedies to boost your
constitution which in turn will help boost your
energy, helping your immune system to combat the
fungus and the allergies.
4. Drink 1 to 2 litres of water a day to flush
out the toxins produced by Candida.
5. An EAV machine can also be useful as it charts
the energy flows through the body and can
highlight areas that need attention and where
the Candida has really taken hold. Candida may
originate in the gut - but it doesn’t
necessarily stay there.
6. Use natural anti-fungals like citricidal, tea
tree oil (can also be used as a douche,
mouthwash and in bath water,) garlic, grapefruit
seed extract, caprylic acid, aloe vera juice,
Pau D’arco tea, Oleic acid (found in first
pressing virgin olive oil), oregano complex,
vitamin C with bioflavonoids.
7. Eat apples, grapefruit, pomegranates, pears,
cherries, lemons, nectarines, oranges and any
berries - these foods are good at fighting
Candida.
8. Take a general mineral supplement with zinc
and magnesium/calcium as Candida can interfere
with mineral uptake in the gut.
9. A homeopathic preparation of Candida in a 6c
potency, one daily taken for several weeks.
10. Eat proteins with carbohydrates to balance
sugar levels and choose foods rich in Omega 3.
It’s important to get professional help if you
have a Candida problem - and if you want stop
that bloating that leads to a change in dress
size!
There are a variety of professionals that can
help:
1. Your GP. S/he is likely to prescribe an anti
fungal like Nystatin, which is unpleasant and
has to be taken for many months
2. Various alternative practitioners usually
have lots of people coming to them for Candida
help. Applied kinesiologists, homeopaths and
naturopaths can all help. Many of these
practitioners use bio testing machines for
allergies which will pick up Candida and
yeast problems
"The key is get help because Candida rarely goes
by itself and just changing your diet is not
enough,” says Cherry.
For details click on
www.candida-treatments.org
or
www.cherrysmith.co.uk
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September
2010