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1 week ago | 
mylondon.news | Hannah Robinson |Howard Lloyd
A fashion brand owner claims 'insecure' men are too 'intimidated' to ask her out - because of her 'very, very long 3ft legs'. Aurelia Shirazu claims her long limbs take up more than half of her 5ft 11in frame and attract stares and comments from 'creepy' blokes. The 27-year-old says she previously struggled with insecurity about her height due to strangers stopping her in the street and claims finding big enough clothes for her frame was 'traumatic'.
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2 weeks ago | 
walesonline.co.uk | Hannah Robinson |Howard Lloyd
A homeowner was threatened with court having been reported after someone mistook 'bark chippings for dog poo' in her own garden. Mai Bufton got an email from a Luton Borough Council investigations officer claiming they had received a complaint about 'excessive' dog fouling. The 26-year-old believes a 'petty' neighbour or passerby peered into her garden and either spotted some mess before she had a chance to pick it up, or mistook garden bark for the muck.
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1 month ago | 
coventrytelegraph.net | Jayne Thomson |Howard Lloyd
In a startling revelation, a new study suggests that indulging in cheese might cut your life short by just over a minute.Researchers at the University of Michigan have put together a detailed list ranking around 5,800 foods by how they affect our lifespans. To gauge the health impact of each item, they took into account elements such as additives, fats, calorie content and sugars, before adjusting their analysis for standard serving sizes, ultimately creating a Health Nutritional Index.
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2 months ago | 
stokesentinel.co.uk | Hayley Parker |Howard Lloyd
Specific banknotes featuring King Charles III's portrait could be worth a significant amount of money, but only if they meet certain criteria. The Coin Collecting Wizard notes that collectors are seeking £5 and £20 notes with extremely low serial numbers, which greatly increases their value. Fortunately, it's easy for Brits to check if their note is one of the highly sought-after ones. However, with reports of notes selling for as much as £20,000 on eBay, the expert advises caution.
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2 months ago | 
mylondon.news | Demi Koutouzi |Howard Lloyd
A mum says her family are fleeing the UK for Asia as they no longer feel safe here - due to nuclear war threats, knife crime, and Britain's 'negative attitude'. Diana Auria felt like there was a 'target on her head' and has an 'underlying anxiety' of nuclear bombs due to threats made against the UK and also wider crime in London. The 36-year-old was 'freaked out' when she used to turn on the news and see visualisations of what a nuclear bomb would look like in London.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
examinerlive.co.uk | Tom Kershaw |Howard Lloyd
A humble tinned food item, retailing at a mere 69p, can reportedly help reduce blood pressure and inflammation while also providing a significant protein boost. The Fast 800, a health-focused regimen advocated by the late Dr Michael Mosley, has highlighted tinned tuna as an affordable way to bolster your health. Asda stocks tinned tuna for as little as 69p, with potential for even greater savings when purchased in bulk.
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Nov 23, 2024 | 
mylondon.news | Veronique Hawksworth |Howard Lloyd |Maria Ortega |María Ortega
As the temperature dips and daylight dwindles, maintaining a healthy diet becomes even more crucial. A balanced diet not only keeps us physically fit but also mentally robust, helping to fend off illnesses and providing much-needed energy during the colder months. The chilly weather can trigger an increase in melatonin secretion and a decrease in serotonin production, leading to feelings of tiredness and fatigue. Hence, it's vital to include foods in our diet that boost energy and fight fatigue.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
examinerlive.co.uk | Helen Le Caplain |Howard Lloyd
A mum who scoffed a packet of Jammy Dodgers a night shed almost three stone after changing her eating habits and doing lots of housework. Jodie Wood, who tipped the scales at 13st 7lbs, said she piled on the pounds after gorging on takeaways and sugary treats that left her with an aching body, a bad back and sore knees. Relying on a 'uniform' of leggings and baggy t-shirts, the 44-year-old cleaning business boss said her waistline ballooned to a size 14-16 leaving her 'disliking herself'.
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Nov 11, 2024 | 
getsurrey.co.uk | Maria Ortega |María Ortega |Howard Lloyd
Beer, while being a globally beloved tipple, comes with a caveat: it must be enjoyed in moderation to avoid health complications and dependency. Neurologist Richard Restak warns in his book "The Complete Guide to Memory: The Science of Strengthening Your Mind" that excessive beer consumption can lead to memory issues, mental decline, or even dementia. He explains that alcohol indiscriminately impairs brain function as it is a "very weak neurotoxin" that disrupts neuron communication.
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Sep 26, 2024 | 
examinerlive.co.uk | Izzy Hawksworth |Howard Lloyd
A captain of a rugby team was stunned after being told he had cancer - after going to the doctor because he felt tired. Andrew Walker, 31, had to have half of his bowel removed after being diagnosed with the illness. Andrew went to his GP because he started feeling fatigued. He then had half of his bowel and his lymph nodes removed and is currently waiting on test results which will determine if he needs more treatment.
