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Cool composting
By Judith Eagle on 20/04/2010 13:30:55
Why waste can be ever so good
spot. If it is sunny, all the better, as sun speeds up the decomposing process. You need a balance of 'greens' and 'browns' to reap the best compost. Greens are wetter and quicker to rot and include vegetable and fruit peelings, tea bags, plant prunings
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Save your energy
By Judith Eagle on 18/04/2010 17:53:15
12 ways to lower your carbon footprint
-energy light bulbs They last ten times longer and use 80 per cent less energy than conventional light bulbs8. Install double glazing It can just about halve heat loss, keeping your energy bills down9. Switch to a green energy supplier They sell power from
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The Natural Medicine Chest
By Judith Eagle on 18/04/2010 17:40:10
Ten natural remedies for childhood ailments
The following homeopathic and essential oil remedies are useful for many childhood ailments: Aconite Use in the first stages of colds and sore throats. Arnica cream Good for relieving bumps and bruisesBelladonna Relieving fevers and easing headache and sunstrokeChamomilla Tee...
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Good old fashioned games
By Judith Eagle on 16/10/2007 14:09:01
If you’re nostalgic for simple childhood pleasures, nurture your child’s imagination with spontaneous back-to-basics activities rather than expensive toys or a structured schedule of events. Try some of these more traditional play ideas
, village greens and rough ground. When on holiday, point out the natural wonders of the area and visit woodlands, beaches, hilltops and open grassland.Create a fantasy wardrobeFill a large wicker basket or trunk with costumes – anything that children can
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