In a bid to reduce the number of cold-related deaths in the Cotswolds, Cotswold District Council is working with partner organisations to offer free, independent and impartial advice about home insulation grants and essential tips to cut energy costs. “Although we were blessed with a reasonably mild winter, statistics show that there have been a high number of cold-related deaths in the Cotswolds over the last few years,” said Cllr Carole ... Read More
Almost half of the residents in the Cotswolds have now subscribed to the Council’s paid-for garden and food waste collection service, and there’s still time to sign up! The fifth year of the service starts on Monday April 2nd, and CDC is pleased that so many householders have decided to take advantage of the offer. Everyone participating will help contribute to the Council’s impressive recycling/composting rate of over 60% - ... Read More
The Mobile Scrap Store will be at Prema Arts Centre, Bethesda Chapel, Uley, GL11 5SS on: 8th March 2012 from: 2pm – 5.30pm Do come and visit our lovely new van – it will even have its new livery! ... Read More
The local authority company which will be set up this year to provide environmental services in both Cheltenham and the Cotswolds is close to becoming a reality. It comes into being in April 2012 when environmental services staff from Cheltenham Borough Council transfer across to the company. They will be joined by their counterparts from Cotswold District Council – and waste collection workers from SITA UK – in August ... Read More
When you suffer from depression you may think that you are in it alone. If there is even one person that cares about you, then you are not. But, if you have children, they have picked up on the fact that something is going on with you. Those around you will eventually know that something is wrong. You might be able to hide your symptoms for a short while, but ... Read More
A mother constantly struggles to balance her life - dealing with running a home, a job, raising children, and maintaining a relationship with her husband are no easy tasks, so it's natural to feel overwhelmed sometimes. Many mothers will put their feelings of anxiety, stress, bad moods, and sadness to the many challenges that come along with motherhood. However, sometimes those feelings are a sign of a more ... Read More
Low-carbohydrate diets or low-carb diets are ways of eating that restrict carbohydrate consumption most often for weight management or for the control of obesity. Foods high in carbohydrates such as bread, rice and pasta are replaced with foods containing proteins and fats. For example, meat, fish, poultry, shellfish, eggs, cheese, nuts and seeds, along with other foods naturally low in carbohydrates such as salad vegetables, and some low sugar fruits ... Read More
We all know some women that look younger than their years, have glowing skin and thick, glossy hair, have lots of energy, and walk with a bounce in their step. But how do they do it? Your skin is both tough and delicate, being sensitive to some things and able to stand up to others. For an organ this versatile, it makes sense that a diverse, healthy lifestyle is best for it. The ... Read More
Cellulite has been a topic of conversation since it was first coined back in the 1920’s. Love it or hate it, and let’s face it, most women hate it, cellulite is condition that affects a lot of women of all ages and body shapes. But what can we do about it? Cellulite is a term used to describe curves, which people judge to be too plump and not very aesthetic. At the ... Read More
Many people may suffer from insomnia at some point in their lives, as it is a fairly common problem, especially as you age. Long-term insomnia can have drastic effects on your health if the problem is not properly addressed. If you suffer from long term insomnia chances are it will eventually begin to influence performance at work, as well as dull your thinking abilities considerably. When you are constantly tired ... Read More
