Is Echinacea really helpful to fight colds?

Nov 03 2013

When it comes to seasonal flu and colds I would personally do anything to prevent myself and my family getting sick… So over the years I have tried many remedies. One of them is Echinacea. But recently I have read that it is more like a placebo. I have researched a bit and I have come to the conclusion that Echinacea is good for you as a mild preventative remedy combined with good nutrition and exercise.

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First Aid and fireworks

Oct 31 2013

Firework Advice and First Aid tips should something go wrong

Over a four week period around November 5th more than 1,000 people are likely to suffer injuries due to fireworks. Of these accidents, nearly 600 are likely to occur at home or private parties and nearly 400 accidents are likely to  involve children under the age of 13*.

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Halloween & Bonfire Night tips for pets

Oct 25 2013

As many of us know, our pets are very sensitive to noise and get stressed by the sight and sound of fireworks going off, so here are some suggestions for measures you can take to try and reduce their anxiety and protect them from these events that are fun for us but not at all for them. I am very passionate about divulging this information as I feel for those poor pets who are dragged to noisy parties by dogs owners who are not aware how terribly scary these can be for their pets.

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