Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => Other Health Discussion => Topic started by: Rowan on May 06, 2014, 09:54:42 AM
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Wanted to share this as it is sound advice, if you can remember
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Crikey, I'd be forever on the toilet ;D
Libby
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Works though I only have half a glass of water, couldn't manage a full one each time. :)
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I just try to have a few gulps off and on during the day. I like fizzy water which is not as good but better than nothing hopefully.
Honeyb
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I try and drink several glasses of water a day. (My glasses aren't as big as hers in the picture though).
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I want so much more of both :)
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I find this book fascinating
https://archive.org/details/healthbeautyhint00mixt
Definitely bookmarked :)
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;D ;D I never knew my Mother had written a book ;)
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My mum must have been co-author! ;D
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Multiple authors of this book I think.
How about.......You will be smiling on the other side of your face in a minute.
or
I will take my hand off your bottom if you don't stop doing that.
;D. They were two of my mother's favourites
Honeyb
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Natural medicine site, I think food is your medicine.
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php'tname=foodspice&dbid=78
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Love Dr Seuss :)
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Just bough for my Niece ( one of her Graduation gifts) Seuss-isms: wise and witty prescriptions for living from the good doctor [ SEUSS-ISMS: WISE AND WITTY PRESCRIPTIONS FOR LIVING FROM THE GOOD DOCTOR ] by Dr Seuss
Wouldn't mind a copy for myself.
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Going through a period of not sleeping well myself
http://drlwilson.com/Articles/sleep.htm
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Interesting Articles
http://raypeat.com/articles/
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Yesterday I made a lovely face cream with raspberry seed powder and raspberry seed oil, though I did cheat and used a base cream of pure plant extracts from my local health shop, but I got it to blend and it turned out well.
I love raspberries and eat a lot of them, they are so good for you and very good for the skin.
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php'tname=foodspice&dbid=39
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Doubt any raspberries I bought would reach a cream. I would probably just have to eat them ;D
Sounds really nice though.
Honeyb
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The raspberry seed powder is a supplement they come in capsules and I just open them mix with cream and raspberry seed oil.
Here is some in info
Red Raspberry Seed Oil (Organic)
Red Raspberry Seed Oil is a beautiful oil that comes from Canadian. Cold pressed and certified organic, this oil possesses a superior nutritional profile and retains a very subtle fruity taste and aroma. The fruity aroma is fleeting and almost undetectable. The aroma is more like an Olive Oil. Red Raspberry Seed Oil is a fabulous addition to skin care products and contains wonderful anti-inflammatory properties. This oil is known to soothe irritation and swelling from hot conditions such as:
◾Eczema
◾Rashes
◾Skin Lesions
◾Gingivitis
Other uses:
◾Add to soaps and exfoliants for a rich texture
◾Include in moisturizing cremes and lip balms
◾Add to toothpaste to promote oral health, helping to inhibit the growth of bacteria
◾Add to shampoo and conditioner to help moisturize, nourish and strength hair and scalp
◾Perfect for a relaxing body and facial massage while vital nutrients energize the skin for a radiant glow
This oil is a rich source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, along with Vitamin A and E gamma, alpha and delta tocopherols and tocotrienols , and contains 83% essential fatty acids. Red Raspberry Seed oil has been shown to have a SPF value between 28 and 50 and may be a valuable addition to sunscreen protocols (however, not replacing sunscreen).
So it has lots of good things :)
I just had raspberries with ice-cream for lunch.
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Can you get them in health food shops SL ?
Honeyb
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I just had raspberries with ice-cream for lunch.
That's the bit I like the sound of! ;D
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Not sure HB I got the red raspberry seed oil from Aromantics and the supplement raspberry seed powder from amazon. I got the skin cream base from my local health shop.
I got the raspberries and ice cream from TESCO ;D
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I have a Jan de Vries shop in town so I could look there.
Tescos I could do.
Honeyb
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Great site :) http://www.fabafterfifty.co.uk/
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Very interesting well to me anyway :)
http://wakeup-world.com/2014/05/20/just-because-science-cant-prove-it-doesnt-mean-its-pseudoscience/
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Some more sound advise
http://sixtyandme.com/the-top-6-fears-of-women-over-60/
Check out "Ted Talk"
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Make your own body butter
http://www.rawmazing.com/homemade-body-butter-recipe/
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I thought this was a very good site for anyone with Arthritis etc.
http://www.arthritistoday.org/#1
Another nice site posted on my facebook today
http://wakeup-world.com/2013/10/15/7-more-ways-to-increase-the-good-vibes-in-your-home/
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OH and I eat one a day
http://lesliekenton.com/email/the-miraculous-apple.html?utm_source=MailingList&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=the-miraculous-apple
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Hi Slverlady.Thanks for flagging up various web sites,have been having a read. All very interesting and particularly enjoyed the apple one and the one about good vibes in the home.
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Lovely lemons
http://healthimpactnews.com/2013/45-uses-for-lemons-that-will-change-your-life/
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Thank you again Silverlady, found this site really interesting and have bookmarked it for future reference.
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Love my herbs.
http://www.herbs-info.com/blog/
http://www.herbs-info.com/
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Headlines on front page of Daily Express
http://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/488344/Over-the-counter-pills-key-to-combating-arthritis
Old info but new research.
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Advantages of cutting your sugar levels, hard but it helps with health
http://drmirkin.com/public/ezine111509.html
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More interesting info
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/265215.php
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For those not taking HRT
A. Protestergone boosting foods:
Avocado /avocado oil
Raw nut and seeds
Olives/ olives oil
Organic milk-based products
Organic beef ( has small amount of progesterone)
Herbs (turmeric,oregano and thyme)
Food containing vitamin C
Foods containing zinc ( red meat, shellfish, beans,and turkey)
Apple (Try to eat around three portions of fruit a day along with two portions of vegetables.)
B. Foods that affect Cortisol Levels
Foods with a high glycemic index cause cortisol levels to rise. (high in sugar and refined starches)
Foods with a low glycemic index cause cortisol level to lower (eggs, meats, poultry, fish and vegetables.)
C. Foods with HIGH estrogen levels
Flaxseed
Soybean and soybean products
Sesame seed
Multigrain bread
D. Testosterone boosting foods:
Banana
Oyster
Avocado
Organic egg
Liver
Asparagus
Salmon
Beef
Turkey
Chicken
Yogurt
Mustard greens
Swiss chard
E. Foods that increase DHEA:
Omega-3 fatty acids (olive oil, salmon and flax seeds.)
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My dear girl, the day you see I'm getting old, I ask you to please be patient, but most of all, try to understand what I'm going through. If when we talk, I repeat the same thing a thousand times, don't interrupt to say: "You said the same thing a minute ago"... Just listen, please. Try to remember the times when you were little and I would read the same story night after night until you would fall asleep.
When I don't want to take a bath, don't be mad and don't embarrass me. Remember when I had to run after you making excuses and trying to get you to take a shower when you were just a girl?
When you see how ignorant I am when it comes to new technology, give me the time to learn and don't look at me that way ... remember, I patiently taught you how to do many things like eating appropriately, getting dressed, combing your hair and dealing with life's issues every day... the day you see I'm getting old, I ask you to please be patient, but most of all, try to understand what I'm going through.
If I occasionally lose track of what we're talking about, give me the time to remember, and if I can't, don't be nervous, impatient or arrogant. Just know in your heart that the most important thing for me is to be with you.
And when my old, tired legs don't let me move as quickly as before, give me your hand the same way that I offered mine to you when you first walked. When those days come, don't feel sad... just be with me, and understand me while I get to the end of my life with love. I'll cherish and thank you for the gift of time and joy we shared. With a big smile and the huge love I've always had for you, I just want to say, I love you ... my darling daughter.
Original text in Spanish and photo by Guillermo Peña.
Translation to English by Sergio Cadena
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:'( ……….. :thankyou:
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All about hair
http://www.haircolorforwomen.com/
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My dear girl, the day you see I'm getting old, I ask you to please be patient, but most of all, try to understand what I'm going through. If when we talk, I repeat the same thing a thousand times, don't interrupt to say: "You said the same thing a minute ago"... Just listen, please. Try to remember the times when you were little and I would read the same story night after night until you would fall asleep.
When I don't want to take a bath, don't be mad and don't embarrass me. Remember when I had to run after you making excuses and trying to get you to take a shower when you were just a girl?
When you see how ignorant I am when it comes to new technology, give me the time to learn and don't look at me that way ... remember, I patiently taught you how to do many things like eating appropriately, getting dressed, combing your hair and dealing with life's issues every day... the day you see I'm getting old, I ask you to please be patient, but most of all, try to understand what I'm going through.
If I occasionally lose track of what we're talking about, give me the time to remember, and if I can't, don't be nervous, impatient or arrogant. Just know in your heart that the most important thing for me is to be with you.
And when my old, tired legs don't let me move as quickly as before, give me your hand the same way that I offered mine to you when you first walked. When those days come, don't feel sad... just be with me, and understand me while I get to the end of my life with love. I'll cherish and thank you for the gift of time and joy we shared. With a big smile and the huge love I've always had for you, I just want to say, I love you ... my darling daughter.
Original text in Spanish and photo by Guillermo Peña.
Translation to English by Sergio Cadena
Lovely although it did make my eyes leak a bit :'(
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This is a tad long but stick with it
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBZQpsXUsfw
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http://www.realfarmacy.com/11-things-humans-do-that-dogs-hate/
Found this good advice when you meet a dog you like :)
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Don't we all :)
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I think these supplement should be considered long before sixty.
http://sixtyandme.com/important-supplements-for-the-aging-body/
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Relaxing taken to the next level :)
http://www.buzzfeed.com/h2/fbsp/mikadokingchoco/15-ways-to-take-your-me-time-to-the-next-level
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Like this youtube about preserving your memory
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8nwpBRGtN0
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Preserve your bones
http://saveourbones.com/bone-density-and-beyond-3-amazing-benefits-of-exercise/
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Melatonin far more then helping you to prepare for sleep, I take 1mg nightly and have done for years, I am convinced it has kept me healthy and far less menopause symptoms, it even has an interaction with bone health.
For those who want more scientific papers use google scholar.
http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/melatonin
http://www.drpierpaoli.com/index.php?node=294&lng=2&rif=72855cdfc1
Recommend reading his books, he has researched melatonin for the last 40 years.
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Take a moment to listen too, so relaxing and lowers cortisol levels :)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PL19C4471124F26050&v=m54SmVsQqgc
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Baby Boomers are great and certainly not giving in :)
http://www.gransnet.com/forums/blogs/1210243-The-baby-boomer-bloggers?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Gransnet+Weekly+Newsletter+110914&utm_content=Gransnet+Weekly+Newsletter+110914+CID_e634f6b7a5d9273c8bc96eb0696ffd7f&utm_source=newsletters&utm_term=janie%20emaus
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A free E book "The Good Food Book"
http://drmirkin.com/goodfood/index.html
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Clue to sleep
http://www.theskepticsguide.org/this-sleep-circuit-in-the-brain-can-turn-you-off-like-a-switch
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Facts about Boron and Arthritis
http://wakeup-world.com/2014/05/31/arthritis-cure-found-in-nature/
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Bet they got hot and sticky
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-28858090
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Adrenal fatigue and stress
http://www.womenshealthnetwork.com/adrenal-fatigue-and-stress/eating-to-boost-adrenal-health.aspx
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great reading silverlady, I just started a regimen of D3, K2 and Magnesium, don't have any calcium yet but take Ultrawoman by H&B...I have some Melatonin knocking about somewhere too...interesting I will read up some more about it
:) :)
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Fascinating stuff
http://theunboundedspirit.com/9-fascinating-neuroscience-studies-that-reveal-the-inner-workings-of-your-mind/
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From one who knows :)
http://theunboundedspirit.com/5-tips-for-a-happy-life-from-winnie-the-pooh/
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Nutrition myths I am glad to read about.
http://examine.com/blog/10-awful-myths-perpetuated-by-the-media/
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Hi silverlady
Very interesting link about the 'myths'. I personally think we are all getting too obsessed about food.
I've known for years I can't eat onions - whenever I do I have terrible indigestion - it's such a shame as I like them :-\
I eat lots of eggs - I found a few websites with great info about eggs - they are a superfood.
I also use quite a lot of frozen vegetable since I was told that they have more nutrition than many fresh veg. Frozen veg are blanched straight after harvesting and frozen quickly so the vitamins are retained - whereas, supposedly, fresh vegetables on the shelves in shops loose their goodness very quickly - how far have they travelled and how long have they been on the shelf???.
DG x
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Posted on my FB today
Enchanting way to reduce stress levels
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35T8wtmTbVg
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Posted on my FB today
Enchanting way to reduce stress levels
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35T8wtmTbVg
aw that's wonderful :) :) :)
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Hurray for fish oil :)
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2835873/Vision-problems-Joint-pain-Dementia-fish-oils-t-beat.html
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An apple a day keeps statins away
http://www.bmj.com/content/347/bmj.f7267
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Thank you silverlady, what an interesting piece of research. Having seen the effects of statins on my DH I will be encouraging the 'apple a day'. To be fair his cholesterol is high due to familial reasons and not diet related but every little helps in keeping the dose of statin as low as possible which can only be a good thing.
Thorntrees
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Sound advice to live to 110 :o
http://www.realfarmacy.com/110-year-old-man-credits-5-foods-long-life/
Garlic, Honey, Cinnamon, Chocolate, Olive oil
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Very much agree with this and done my best to practice.
http://www.hsj.co.uk/resource-centre/best-practice/public-health-resources/getting-patients-to-take-responsibility-for-their-own-health/5044859.article#.VKO_-DpAeA
http://www.healthysoul.co.uk/
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I too would agree with the idea that we need to control our own health and are responsible for keeping ourselves as healthy as possible by using common sense about diet, exercise, lifestyle etc. However I do think that the fact that gp appointments now constitute a 10 minute chat, and in some areas even that is fraught with difficutly, does not encourage a two way relationship between doctor and patient. That said I do think it is true that we tend to expect doctors to be able to solve our problems with pills, certainly my grandchildren have had more doctors visits than my own children ever did. The first sign of a sniffle off they go whereas a dose of 'vick',a hot milky drink and a cuddle would have been my first response!! Thanks for the link Silverlady it made interesting reading
Thorntrees
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Some good advice here
http://www.eruptingmind.com/how-to-care-for-menopause-skin/
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Blackseed Oil, have bought capsules.
Going to try this for my allergies
http://undergroundhealthreporter.com/black-cumin-seed-oil/#axzz3NwPdb1K8
Scientific bit :)
http://www.awarenessmag.com/sepoct0/SO0_BLACK_SEED.HTM
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My laugh for the day ;D ;D
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;D
Honeyb
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Stolen from a sister forum but I don't think they will mind :)
https://medium.com/@zabado11/open-letter-to-women-4509c2f65c1d
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DAUGHTER: what is marriage:
Mum: Marriage is just a fancy word for adopting an overgrown male child who cannot be handled by his parents anymore........
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Health benefits of flaxseed, second to none for heart health
http://whfoods.org/genpage.php'tname=foodspice&dbid=81
I mix 150g flax seed, 25g melted butter, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 teaspoon bi-carb soda together, put in cupcake cases and cook in oven
They take the place of bread and are fantastic for keeping you regular, and no carbs! you can eat them with anything.
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You don't have to get old
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2913876/NHS-s-Former-chief-Knowledge-Sir-Muir-Gray-gives-advice-living-healthy-lifestyle.html
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I think this wonderful lady has a very good point ;D
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/01/20/secret-to-long-life-avoiding-men_n_6508870.html?ncid=fcbklnkushpmg00000063
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Food for the brain
http://www.livestrong.com/article/321300-health-benefits-of-choline-bitartrate/
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Just bought a Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser And Mini Humidifier With Colour Changing LED Lights to sooth my mind.
It helps with other health problems too including dry winter skin and stuffed up nose with the appropriate essential oils.
Its small enough to fit on my computer desk.
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That looks lovely SL.
Hubby bought me a beautiful oil diffuser at Xmas. It's by Ashleigh Burwood and I love it. Currently have lavender oil in it to help me relax.
Honeyb
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Waiting for it to arrive HB will let you know :)
I like Ashleigh Burwood too, their mosaic glass diffusers are very pretty.
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Advice for today
Here's a guy who does make me laugh and he tends to put things in prospective
http://www.youngagain.org/latest.html
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It is a mosaic one SL. I threw out enough hints on the run up to Christmas and fortunately he got the message ;D
Honeyb
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Women's Health Concern (WHC) provides an independent service to advise, reassure and educate women of all ages about their health, wellbeing and lifestyle concerns.
http://www.womens-health-concern.org/