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New Natures Plus Collagen Peptides – Boost Your Beauty From The Inside.

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Introducing the latest product launch from Natures Plus – Collagen Peptides! The only collagen product on the market that has a full spectrum profile, its unique formula contains all of the six major collagen types – I, II, III, IV, V & X – making it the most complete and highest quality collagen available, delivering exceptional whole-body benefits.

I tried  Natures Plus – Collagen Peptides and I was impressed. You can take one scoop or two and add it to numerous things. I took mine with water and it the taste was not too bad. It does not leave an aftertaste. I think collagen makes a difference, it leaves your hair, skin and nails in better condition for one. I would definitely buy this. 

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The “glue” that holds everything together, collagen is important for feeling and looking your best! In addition to giving your skin elasticity and a glowing vitality, collagen is also the scaffolding upon which bones and cartilage are built, allowing for smooth mobility in joints. Your body’s collagen is essential to your health!

 

Utilising only the highest quality sources of collagen, the Natures Plus CollagenPeptides is sourced from grass-fed beef, sustainably caught cod, cage-free chicken and eggshell membrane, making it the best choice for your health and planet.

 

With its uniquely clean taste and low odour, you can simply add one to two scoops to a glass of water, juice, coffee, tea or even broth. It also contains added enzymes to maximise absorption.

 

Martina Della Vedova, nutritionist at Natures Plus explains: “Collagen is lacking from most modern diets. In fact, research has shown that our bodies’ production of collagen starts to diminish at around the age of 18! This makes supplementing collagen critical for optimum health. By supporting collagen production and body repair we can feel and see these tissues getting stronger and healthier.”

 

 

Natures Plus Collagen Peptides available at www.Health-Emporium.co.uk or via the Health Emporium App for £29.95

 

European debut for US artist Danielle Durchslag at UK Jewish Film Festival 2020

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European debut for US artist Danielle Durchslag at UK Jewish Film Festival 2020 UK Jewish Film Festival, 8 Davies Street, London W1K 3DW Thursday 5th – Thursday 19th November 2020

 

Renowned American artist and filmmaker Danielle Durchslag has never before exhibited in Europe until now. A rising star this side of the Atlantic, Danielle is making her UK directorial debut at the BAFTA qualifying UK Jewish Film Festival, where she will present two provocative short films from her critically acclaimed BOUNTY series.

The BOUNTY series lifts the curtain on the inherent tensions present when the Jewish history of oppression is combined with extreme privilege. Using voice actors, live actors, animation and complex editing techniques, Durchslag makes video collages that subvert familiar British cinematic tropes to explore political and psychological complexities of American Jewish wealth; specifically the concept of American Jewish wealth as a dedicated form of “sophisticated WASP drag”.

Making its UK premiere at the festival, Eleanor of Illinois stars Judy Kuhn, 2020 Olivier Award nominee and four-time Tony nominee for her roles in the original Broadway casts of Les Misérables, Chess and Fun Home. Kuhn is also known for her seminal turn as the singing voice of Disney’s Pocahontas.

In this most ambitious piece from the BOUNTY series, Chicago’s most powerful Jewish doyenne channels Katharine Hepburn to punish her adult child’s insolence and win back their loyalty. This piece is a meditation on what hard-won financial success has wrought, a passionate piece of experimental video art fan fiction, and a portrait of how normal family dysfunction, when combined with extreme affluence, transforms into high melodrama.

The Woman Who Heard Too Much will make its worldwide premiere.

Durchslag transforms a suspenseful scene from Alfred Hitchcock’s The Man Who Knew Too Much into the story of an upper-class Jewish mother, played by Doris Day, who becomes emotionally overwrought at a live performance of Fiddler On The Roof. The short playfully exposes the patriarchal attitudes at play in Jewish dynasties, and so often exemplified in the non-Jewish characters in the classic films of directors such as Hitchcock. It also contends with the power and limitations of mainstream Jewish cultural output.

The UK Jewish Film Festival will return this November with a spectacular programme exploring Jewish and Israeli life, history and culture.

This year, with an offering which features films, Q&As, panel discussions and other special events, the Festival will be streamed online, with limited performances in partnership with JW3. We’re talking Academy-level artistry here in six minutes (Kurt Brokaw, Senior Film Critic for The Independent, Eleanor of Illinois).

Eleanor of Illinois Running Time 7 minutes Director Danielle Durchslag   Cast Judy Kuhn

Website https://ukjewishfilm.org/film/eleanor-of-illinois/

The Woman Who Heard Too Much Running Time 2 minutes 30 seconds Director Danielle Durchslag Cast Doris Day

Website https://ukjewishfilm.org/film/woman-heard-much/

Dates Thursday 5th – 19th November 2021

Tickets The videos will be available on demand for 99p or a Festival Pass will unlock access to all films and screenings for £35. Advanced booking is available here: ukjewishfilm.org/festival-tickets/

Twitter @durcharts @UKJewishFilm

Instagram @ddurch @UKJewishFilm

Website www.danielledurchslag.com https://ukjewishfilm.org/

Image credit DAnielle Durchslag Fine Art

International Gin & Tonic Day with Boodles Gin 

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Happy Monday – and Happy International Gin & Tonic Day!!! 

 

Just a reminder that things will get better and if you ever needed an excuse for a Gin & Tonic THIS IS IT.

Not only are we still celebrating London Cocktail Month – albeit in our homes, today is International Gin & Tonic Day and we are celebrating with our quintessentially British Boodles Gin. Our gin edition comes full of gin tips served directly from Mr Boodles the Boodles Gin Butler. So polish your best glassware and get ready for some proper G&T etiquette. 

Did you know…

Due to the Gin Craze of the 18th Century, there were 5 acts passed by parliament designed to control the consumption of Gin during this time.

Gin was drunk as a substitute to French Brandy at a time of conflict between England and France which is ironic because Gin originated as a medicinal liquor made by monks in Southern France. 

Gin is actually a neutral based spirit gaining its unique flavour through distilling botanicals. The most important being Juniper which gives it it’s fresh pine flavour… It simply cannot be Gin without Juniper. Some of the other key ingredients include Coriander seeds, Citrus Peels and Cinnamon to name just a few. However, Boodles Gin contains No citrus because the original distillers naturally expected the drink to be served with a citrus twist! 

Glasses at the ready… 

We know everyone has their own special way of concocting their perfect G&T but Boodles have given us some pointers to best enjoy their Brilliant British Gin. We know it’s Gin&Tonic day but I must comment on how versatile Boodles Gin really is. We already know how much care has gone into making their unique gin and their thought out blend of botanicals is designed to stay subtle and not smack you round the face. Perfect for many a cocktail as well as a G&T straight up! Whats more, Boodles have three stunning gins to suit your mood. Boodles Original London Dry, Boodles Rhubarb and Strawberry and just in time for winter, Boodles Mulberry.

So with that in mind, Mr Boodles requests that you take pleasure in making your G&T and exercise as much labour and patience as is used to craft their Brilliant British Gin. Don’t rush because all good things come to those who wait. 

Mr Boodles suggests quality gin deserves quality tonic; Boodles recommends Fevertree as the most complementary.

Ice First, then gin, then tonic. 

Keep it icy… the Co2 of the tonic is harder to escape if you keep it chilled. 

Pour Slowly… the slower you pour your tonic the more balanced the flavour

Garnish well.

To give you an idea we’ve included some of Boodles signature serves below to whet your whistle

BOODLES ON ICE

Ingredients;

60ml Boodles Gin
120ml Premium Tonic Water
Shaved Ice
Grapefruit wedge

Method;

In a tumbler shave a handful of clear ice. 

Pour one part Boodles Gin and two parts tonic, then stir. 

Add grapefruit wedge to the glass and serve.

And of course…

BOODLES MULBERRY WINTER WARMER

Ingredients;

60ml Boodles Mulberry Gin
120ml Premium Tonic Water
2 large Ice Cubes 
Lemon wheel

Method;

Pour one part Boodles Mulberry Gin and two parts tonic into a highball glass over the ice.

Stir until the colours combine. 

Add lemon wheel and serve. 

(bakewell tart optional)

We hope you enjoyed our Boodles edition this week. This is a gin I would thoroughly recommend over and over again. 

To find out more please visit www.boodlesgin.com

Introducing Little Hoppa, the award-winning range for children.

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play table, reviews, parting, toys, review, little hoppa The Little Hoppa ® 3-in-1 is the ultimate baby toy and smartest investment you will ever make as a new par- ent. The adventures are endless!

Made completely from sustainable, non-toxic and planet-friendly materials, this multi-functional toy transforms from a wooden baby gym to a baby bounc- er, to a children’s activity table. It’s innovative design grows with your child, keeping them entertained from birth to 4 years.

Each stage is filled with new discoveries that spark the imagination, whilst developing dexterity and strength. Plus, it’s award-winning good looks mean you’ll never need to store it away.

The Little Hoppa story

It started with a list on a scrap of paper…..

A tired new Mum with a passion for interiors sat surrounded by plastic baby products that were functional but oh so lacking in style.

A tired new Mum searched high and low for products that were fun for her baby, kinder to the planet AND would complement the contemporary home she had so lovingly designed.

A tired new Mum could not find the products she so desperately wanted, and so, whilst feeding her new baby, on a scrap of paper she set about writing a list of all the things that she could only dare to dream existed.

And in that moment the Little Hoppa was born.

Designed by Mum of two and successful interior stylist Sofie Hepworth, the Little Hoppa addresses a serious gap in the children’s market for plastic alternative, multi-functional, children’s toys that are fun for kids, kinder to the planet AND stylish too!

https://bysofieofficial.com/product/little-hoppa-3-in-1

Tinsel – The Girls Who Invented Christmas by Sibéal Pounder

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Tinsel

Here Come The Girls!

Have you ever noticed how the story of Christmas is all down the the men – even Rudolph is male.  And as for Mrs Christmas – she hardly gets a look in. Santa gets to fly out over the night sky on his sleigh but it’s Mrs Claus who’s put the tree up, done the shopping, wrapping and cooking while Santa gets all the fun and glory.

Well, get your elbows out ladies because here comes the delightful tale of Blanche Claus and her friend, Rinki to put the record straight.

Tinsel

It all started with a bright, shiny bauble – a gift that changed Blanche Claus’s life and set her on an adventure full of snow and sleigh rides, mince pie picnics and tinsel. She meets Rinki on the Corner where Christmas Trees are sold – and I really need to know where that magical place is! The descriptions are wonderful and the pace whisks you along, as if you too were gliding through the night sky.

Tinsel is a fresh take on how the legend of Santa Claus really came to be and it’s crammed full of lively characters that pop from the page. Little girls are going to love it. This big girl did too!

It’s a delightfully charming story of friendship and magic that sparkles and glitters. Young readers will be enchanted.

A funny,  festive read that will warm the heart. Too good to save until Christmas!

Tinsel – The Girls who Invented Christmas

Illustrated by Sarah Warburton

Published by Bloomsbury : 29th October 2020

RRP: Hardback £9.99

About Sibéal Pounder

Sibéal Pounder used to work for the Financial Times, where she researched the How To Spend It section and wrote the For Goodness’ Sake column – interviewing everyone from Veronica Etro to Vivienne Westwood. Now she writes about fabulous witches and feisty fairies in Witch Wars, her much loved series for Bloomsbury. Other writing credits include Vogue.com and fashion trend forecasting company WGSN, and she volunteers at the Media Trust, teaching kids who want to get into journalism. Sibéal studied History at St Andrews, Publishing at City, Quentin Tarantino films at Yale and recently completed the Faber Academy’s Writing for Children course. Sibéal’s first book, Witch Wars, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize 2016.

Published by Bloomsbury on the 29h October 2020

RRP: Hardback £9.99

Also by Sibéal Pounder

  

Health Benefits of Quitting Smoking

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Depending on the level of addiction, some people find quitting smoking easier than others. Once you have gotten rid of the cravings and cough, you will be well on your way to a healthier lifestyle.

The method of quitting varies dependent on the person. One may find that they can just simply not smoke without much mental recourse. Another person might benefit from smoking cessation medication. Others may find it more useful to switch to vaping, such as with tobacco e liquid from 88vape, to begin their quitting process from the toxins, while still retaining the nicotine. 

Regardless of the method chosen, it cannot be denied that quitting smoking has a tremendous effect on the level of health of a person, and is always recommended.

Dental Benefits

Smokers are more likely to suffer with problems in their teeth. These can range from bad breath to an increase in cavities, as well as an increased risk of oral cancers. One of the other commonly seen problems involves staining and yellow tinting of the teeth. 

Quitting smoking can help to prevent any further damage to the teeth. A dentist would not be able to erase the damage caused, but the sooner you quit, the more they will be likely to be able to repair your teeth, and the cheaper the treatment could potentially be. You will also be reducing your risk of developing the aforementioned oral cancers and, therefore, increasing your potential lifespan.

Lung Benefits

After just 8 hours of not smoking, your oxygen levels will start to normalise. By continuing to refrain from having cigarettes, you can then start to remove all the toxins from your lungs. In a mere three days, it is possible for your oxygen levels to start to rise, meaning you will find it easier to breathe. The knock on effect from this is that you can also feel more energised than you did when you were still a smoker. 

At 3 to 9 months smoke-free your lung function can be up by 10%, so the ability to breathe becomes easier still. Then, on reaching 10 years free from smoking, your risk of developing lung cancer will be at half of what it was when you still smoked.

Skin Benefits

Your skin can also be severely affected by your smoking habit. Not only does smoking cause yellowing, particularly of the fingers that most often hold the cigarette, but also premature ageing and early wrinkles and sagging in the skin. Quitting smoking can help to improve some of these changes, and make you look far more youthful than before.

Quitting smoking is undoubtedly the best option for you, whether you smoke 2 or 20 a day, and regardless of how long you have been smoking. There are many other healthier habits you could choose, rather than one that simply costs you money, makes you smell, and shortens your life. Giving up any addiction is never a walk in the park. There will be disappointments and relapses, but don’t be discouraged. Make use of the stop smoking medications available. However, even if you quit smoking, your lungs may still need a boost for detoxifying, and a good way to help them is by adding a lung health supplement to your diet. The benefits of finally going smoke-free will make a big difference to your health and social life at large.’ Speaking to a medical professional can help you find your way to a smoke free lifestyle.

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London Cocktail Month ft Lugger Rum 

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Our second instalment of our Cocktail (week) feature, showcases a stunning small-batched spice rum, hand crafted in none other than Devon! The award winning Lugger Rum packs a spicy punch and blends together the rums of Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana bringing you the best of the Caribbean which can certainly be enjoyed throughout the Winter.

Spicy notes of nutmeg, cloves and vanilla which are aged in bourbon oak barrels were designed to warm your cockles and your spirits. The rum is not overly sweet making it a perfect addition to a hot toddy or cocktail recipe, we’ve featured our favourites below. The bottle itself is very stylish and looks sexy on your bar shelf, after all, award winning rum needs to be displayed in a bottle worthy enough of its contents. Lugger Rum has a story to suit its sophistication, named after the Lugger boat which is depicted on the bottle, they were used to smuggle contraband into Lyme Bay. Ohhhh Rum me hearty! We reckon this will be the key to any rum lovers hearty and a great addition to your home bar this winter or perhaps a very nice gift.  But for now, let us toast to Cocktail Month, may we make our cocktails as exciting as our favourite bars. 

Signature serve:

Pour over ice with a twist of Orange

Cocktail Idea:

Caribbean Coffee – Literally the best after dinner treat

Ingredients:

75ml Dark Roast Coffee

25ml 2:1 Demerera Syrup

40ml Lugger Rum

Double Cream

Nutmeg 

Method:

Brew Coffee.

Add sugar to taste… this is to your preference

Add Rum 

Pour a Jigger of cream onto the back of a teaspoon over coffee

Grate Nutmeg

Enjoy.

To find out more or to purchase Lugger Rum please check out lymebaywinery.co.uk

and selected Waitrose stores

Livia – the drug free device that promises to ‘switch off’ menstrual pain, period.

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I have had bad period pain my entire life. It was so bad when I was younger and it would start a week before my periods. Two weeks out of four weeks was agony. Thankfully it is better than it used to be but it still hurts a lot. I hate taking drugs so taking paracetamol always annoyed me and does not take away all of the pain.

I was excited to hear about Livia, which is a device that ‘switches off’ period pain. I was cynical to begin with. I sounded a bit too-good-to-be-true. And…it does work. Livia is portable and wearable. I did not find it annoying and you can wear it under your clothes.

Livia is pretty and easy-to-use. I cannot recommend it enough. It works for period pain and lets you get on with your life. You can buy yours here.

THE SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN DRUG FREE DEVICE TO INSTANTLY ‘SWITCH OFF’ PAIN FROM CRAMPING LINKED TO PERIOD/MENSTRUAL CYCLES, ENDOMETRIOSIS AND OTHER PAINS

• Livia is a scientifically proven device that ‘instantly ‘switches off’ pain for women
drug free.
• Portable, wearable device uses patented SmartWaveTM technology to stimulate
nerves to block pain.
• Etailer www.uk.mylivia.com had a waiting list of over 4,000 consumers wanting to
get their hands on the device on the back of reviews globally.

The pain and discomfort of cramping linked to menstrual cycles and
periods affects 80% of women at some point in their life with 5% to 10%
of women saying menstruation pain is so severe it affects their life
(according to the Women’s Health Concern). Then there is the pain
associated with endometriosis affecting 1 in 10 women of reproductive
age in the UK. It is therefore no surprise many of us feel physically and
emotionally drained by the impact of symptoms on our lives.
Now there is a scientifically proven device that offers remarkable
results in ‘switching off’ pain instantly, giving relief to women without
the need for pain killers. Livia is a portable, wearable device that stimulates nerves to block pain.
Available from https://uk.mylivia.com/ it is so popular the online retailer had a waiting list of over
4,000 consumers wanting to get their hands on the device on the back of reviews globally.
In clinical studies, Livia showed 90% of participants reported pain reduction, 59% reported
moderate relief, 31% reported complete pain relief and 32% said Livia provided significantly faster
pain relief than drugs.
No waiting for pain killers to take effect, Livia uses technology based on the gate control theory, it transmits unique pulses to keep the nerves “busy” and block the signals that cause pain. The state-
of-the-art patented SmartWaveTM technology uses unique micro-pulses to stimulate nerves and block painful cramps. No drugs, chemicals, or tolerance build-up!

Approved by the FDA and CE under the supervision of renowned global women’s medicine expert,
Professor Bari Kaplan at the Mayanei Hayeshua Medical Center. Professor Bari Kaplan comments
“Livia stimulates the nerves, making it impossible for pain to pass. The method Livia uses has been
proven effective in several clinical studies and I strongly recommend the use of the device to relieve
PMS at any time.”
Relieving pain in even the most severe cases, including impressive results with women suffering
from endometriosis. Livia is safe for women of all ages and is discreet enough to wear under clothing.
Livia £150 and each package includes the device, a choice of
colourful classic covers, a USB charging cable, protective
travel case, set of Livia flower pads and a 3-month supply of
Livia gel pads. Available from https://uk.mylivia.com/

With hundreds of satisfied customers globally giving 5 star reviews such as JaslynT
5-star rating
The best invention ever!
Livia totally saved my life. I was suffering from terrible period pains ever since I was young and it only
got worse. It came to a point where I can no longer function during period pains and had to pop
painkillers which stopped working. I have been using Living for 2 months now and I no longer take any
painkillers during my period and could actuaRead more about Livia totally saved my life. I was
lly function normally! Thanks Livia!!

Di M.
Verified Buyer
5-star rating
Works better than I hoped
Light, portable and easy to use. Makes a huge difference to pain levels. I have used it for menstruation
pain as well as chronic hip pain. I can now sleep through the night without needing to top up my
medication.

Buy Livia here.