Aromatherapy was invented in modern times, when a French parfumier burned his arm. He plunged it into the nearest vat of liquid (which happened to be lavender oil) and as it healed with no scars, he discovered the secrets of those who knew the benefits in years gone by. Below are the most sustainable brands…
medicine
only give to humane medical research
International Anti-Vivisection Congress, 1913 Humane medical research is so advanced, yet governments nor the big medical charities support it. Yet organisations like Vero (Oxford boffins) say that if we switched, we could likely cure ‘incurable disease’ so much quicker. Which gives rise to whether simple stubbornness, money and politics are involved. Around 100 years ago,…
where to find free or low-cost vetcare
James Bartholomew If you can’t afford pet insurance (Waggel is a new simpler company co-founded by an ex-Apprentice contestant to avoid the minefields), then you may qualify for free or low-cost vet care. If you buy pet insurance, try to go for a simple lifetime plan that covers long-term conditions. If your pets don’t qualify…
how to recycle bits of yourself!
The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers looks at leftover body parts that still hang around like wisdom teeth, goosebumps and hiccups! This illustrated tour is the perfect book to engage children in science and evolution. Tour guides Wisdom Tooth and Disappearing Kidney lead readers through a whacky museum to find body parts that were essential…
natural helpers for the common cold
alternatives to disposable paper hankies If you have a cold, drink plenty of water (or soup), get plenty of rest and avoid dehydrating sodas, alcohol or coffee (a humidifier with fresh water can loosen congestion). Don’t bother with over-the-counter medicines or herb remedies – colds are signs you need rest! Naked Sprout (code ENGLANDNATURALLY…