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Your queries about natural health answered by Jacquie Lane from the College of Naturopathic Medicine

Dear Jacquie
Every Christmas holiday I come down with a terrible cold which ruins my Christmas. What can I do to help prevent getting one this year?
TJ, Lewes

Many people find that when they take time off to relax they often come down with an infection or a cold. It sometimes happens when people go on holiday for example. This may be to do with how the body deals with stress and the fact that it can’t switch off, just because we’ve told it to. Also the Christmas holiday period can be overly stressful for many people, so try to avoid stress this year.
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Early detection signs and fundraising ideas for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Popular household brands, food and clothing items have turned pink to raise essential money for Breast Cancer charities. Businesses and families are invited to take part in fundraising events – the whole nation, it seems, has been ‘Tickled Pink.’ We must remember though, that breast cancer also affects men. While women over the age of 50 are the biggest risk factor, around three hundred men are diagnosed with breast cancer every year.
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Boost your wellbeing ready for the festive party with a healthy and balanced diet, writes Zara Baker

Summer may feel like a distant memory already, with the earlier, darker evenings making us yearn to stay indoors and eat hearty meals. But under the layers of shirts, jumpers and coats, it can be easy to think a few extra pounds will go unnoticed. But come the festive party season we are all want to look our best. It’s creeping up quicker than ever, so now is the time to take stock of your autumn diet and make sure you’re getting all the nutrients you need.
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Kirsty Taylor from Uniquely Organic EcoSpa, Hove

Inspiring ideas from Beyond Beauty, Paris

With autumn in the air, clients have been visiting the Spa for skin-hydrating facials and anti-ageing massages to repair any sun damage. Others have been trying out our chakra-based treatments designed to nourish and balance the energy centres of the body.
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