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Last month we talked about feeling l Exercise gets our blood pumping more and functioning better as part of our rapidly, which helps white blood cells advice on increasing your immune circulate more rapidly to better fend off system to fight the winter cold. illness. Chiropractors look at your whole body l Increased activity levels can also slow health not just treating the symptoms. down the release of stress hormones and 01782 711191 stimulate the release of endorphins. This month we talk about exercise and l Higher body temperatures driven by getting that daily dose of exercise to boost your exercise can help prevent bacteria from immunity. By carving out time to be active, you growing and aid the immune system in can feel better, more energised, and strengthen fighting infection. your immune system. Make it a point to take a brisk walk during your lunch break. If you can, use a standing desk at work. Try and avoid Next Steps: using email and instead deliver a message to 01782 848184 A recent health survey found that an a colleague in person. Take the stairs or park a incredible 60% of participants reported OPEN ON SATURDAYS little further away in the car park so that you can fewer colds since they began their exercise Follow us: walk instead. An active routine will allow you to routine. Follow their lead and skip the stress Newcastle Chiropractic Clinic stay healthier and feel more energised overall. of being sick this year by being proactive. It will also help you cope with your back pain not By simply taking a walk each day, you can just the physical aspect but by also putting you start strengthening your immune system and in a better mental frame of mind. decreasing your likelihood of having to call in £10 OFF ON YOUR FIRST VISIT sick. Should you have any concerns then why Why it Matters (A first visit includes a Consultation, a thorough Orthopaedic, Chiropractic and not give us a call. Exercise and taking steps to maintain an Neurological examination and a digital posture analysis.) active lifestyle in general can help to naturally Science Source: Cut out and bring along this voucher to entitle you to this discount – offer expires 31/03/19 Medline Plus. Exercise and Immunity. 2017 increase your immunity in a variety of ways. So American College of Sports Medicine: “Exercise and the just what are the added benefits of breaking a Common Cold.” 2017 Harvard Health Publishing. Exercising to Relax. February 2011 sweat? Read on… Award Winning Clinics and Longest Established Clinics in the area 4 JUNCTION 15 Experience results in Perfection
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March is named after Mars, the Roman The expression “mad as a March god of war as it was the month in which hare” dates back to 1529. It refers 6 to the wild behaviour of male hares 1 the military campaigning season got under way after winter. during the mating season in March.
In Old English one name for the month Fredric March twice won an Oscar of March was “Hlyda” meaning “loud” for Best Actor. Main Street On The 2 possibly because of the roaring March 7 March (1941) and March Of The winds. Penguins (2005) also won Oscars.
March is the only month with three MARCH is an acronym for the consecutive consonants in its name in Medically Aware and Responsible 3 English. 8 Citizens of Hyderabad. An old proverb says that “March comes The birthstone for March is in a like a lion and goes out like a lamb”, aquamarine and the flowers are the 4 which means that winter is ending and 9 daffodil or violet. spring is beginning.
In ancient Rome before Julius Caesar’s More 20th century UK Prime calendar reform, March was the first 10 Ministers had birthdays in March 5 month of the year. than any other month.
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Annual week of tea parties raise funds for much-needed dementia specialist nurses
Dementia UK, the only charity caring for people with dementia and their families through specialist dementia nurses, is launching its annual ‘Time for a Cuppa’ week of tea parties. Time for a Cuppa takes place March 1st-March 8th and everyone around the UK is warmly invited to pop the kettle on, bake a cake, and raise money for more specialist dementia Admiral Nurses. Admiral Nurses work with families during the toughest times, giving them the practical tools and emotional support they need to face dementia. They work with the person with the diagnosis, but also the entire family, keeping people connected and together for as long as possible. 2019 sees the tenth year of fun, family tea parties in aid of the charity, and is a hugely important date in Dementia UK’s fundraising calendar. When Time for a Cuppa started in 2009, it was known as ‘A Tea Party to Remember’ and there were only 55 Admiral Nurses in the UK. Now, there are 261, working with people in their own homes, as well as in hospitals, hospices and care homes, giving families the specialist dementia support they need to cope. Dr Hilda Hayo, Chief Admiral Nurse and CEO of Dementia UK, says: “Dementia can be completely overwhelming for families. Often, they are given very little information or support. This is where Admiral Nurses come in – working alongside them to help them understand what the person with dementia is going through. Time for a Cuppa is a great opportunity to get together with friends and family, chat and catch up, and raise money for more of these vital nurses.”
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22 JUNCTION 15 OF THE MONTH SMITHSONITE
This month’s chosen crystal is smithsonite which Smithsonite is also thought to enhance leadership is one of the crystals associated with the zodiac qualities and also communication on all levels. It is also sign of Pisces, this month’s birth sign. believed that it can help with developing any psychic In appearance smithsonite has a shiny, silky, lustrous gifts and can also boost the flow of your intuition. look about it. It also contains layers of bubbles within it. Smithsonite is another crystal which is beneficial It can be found in an array of various pastel shades to have with you during meditation, due to the such as pink, lavender, green, blue-green, purple, brown, calming properties it has. It can also bring about a yellow, pale blue, teal, lilac, grey and white. It can also more secure and balanced life as it imparts tact, be found in a combination of blended colours. diplomacy, compassion and assists with easing difficult Smithsonite is a zinc carbonate mineral and is also relationships. known as Bonamite. The crystal gets its name from the In addition to the above general qualities of American mineralogist James Smithson, who funded the smithsonite, the following colours provide additional FRAMETECH UK foundation of the Smithsonian Institute in the USA. properties:- Sources of this stone can be found in Italy, Spain, Blue- green – beneficial for releasing fear, pain Greece, Germany, Namibia, South Africa, USA, Mexico and anger and eases panic attacks and promotes – Full replacement and Australia. friendships. roof line specialists Health wise smithsonite can be beneficial for the Lavender-Violet – beneficial for clearing negative immune system, relieves stress, sinus problems, energy, reducing inflammation and soothing neuralgia. – Full roof and repairs osteoporosis, alcoholism and helps with keeping the Lavender-pink – beneficial for healing the heart and – Rubber bond elasticity to veins and muscles. experiences of abandonment and trust, so helping to flat roof systems The crystal has a very calming and soothing effect re-build trust and security. It can also help soothe away which makes it a very effective crystal to have if you pain. – Fascias, Soffits & Guttering are feeling severely stressed, or suffering from a mental Yellow – beneficial for aiding digestion and relieves breakdown. skin problems. It can be beneficial for alleviating the effects of Contact our office emotional abuse or misuse, such as any past traumatic 15% off experience, specifically around a difficult childhood, in 01782 634857 for J15 readers Lesley Bytheway is an Holistic Therapist. particular those who may have felt unwanted or unloved, For details of the therapies and workshops available, or mobile 07974 079454 valid until End Mar 2019 as this crystal can assist with letting go of any long held please visit: www.spirituallighthealing.co.uk email: [email protected] email : [email protected] negative feelings. or call/text Mobile : 07754749810
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Horoscopes
ARIES LEO SAGITTARIUS Your job or an arrangement made A chance to make something of Having a cosy retreat to return some time ago now involves tasks yourself will come around more home to makes it easier to deal you never agreed to undertake. quickly than anticipated. Conditions with work. Take this opportunity The situation is becoming too at this time are such that they to beautify your surroundings. restricting and you owe it to yourself could give rise to new opportunities Find ways to engage all five to either end a commitment or when you are least expecting. Be senses. Choose attractive artwork, look elsewhere for employment. ready to strike while the iron is pleasant aromas and tactile rugs. hot. An invitation to travel should be immediately accepted.
TAURUS VIRGO CAPRICORN Carrying out a secret assignment It will be easier than you thought to Expensive repairs could put a will be exciting. You are being arrange it so you can afford some dent in your budget. If you need trusted with a special project and creature comforts. Release funds tied a plumber or electrician, ask for you need to make certain that up in investments that have past their recommendations on social media confidential information does not best. You’ve worked hard for your sites. Start your search now while get out. There might be some slight money so go ahead and treat yourself the stars are on your side. Don’t tension in a close partnership but to something special. Your best friend tolerate unsafe conditions. you can’t reveal anything about is a tremendous source of strength. this until the time is right.
GEMINI LIBRA AQUARIUS Be honest about your desire for You won’t have time to complete A friend still hasn’t delivered on something new and different. If work others expect you to take on. a promise. If they wanted to be you must join forces with others, Now is the time to tell them no. recompensed up front for doing choose people on the basis of their Sometimes you can be too friendly for something for you, remind them interests, skills and enthusiasm. your own good. Stand up for yourself of this now and prod them into With their support, you will take if someone is taking advantage. action. You don’t intend to fall victim up an unusual hobby that should to charismatic manipulators and give you a great deal of pleasure. if they think they’re going to get away with this, more fool them.
CANCER SCORPIO PISCES Experiences a friend has recently A community project gets your A colleague’s unrealistic ideas been through has made them interest. You have skills that would could get you into trouble. Be moody and forgetful. Try not to benefit this new venture and you prepared to object to their plans. judge someone for what seems want to be a part of the overall Explain what they could be letting like a careless mistake. Instead, scheme. Even so, it would be themselves in for, should they go step back and observe. Being an wise to learn more about what’s ahead and if you anticipate trouble onlooker will give you a better being expected of you before ahead, refuse to get involved. understanding of the situation. Your making such a big commitment. kindness will mean a lot to them.
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Corned Beef, Potato & Bacon Hash – with Brown Sauce Serves 4
1. Gently fry onion in a very little oil until softened but not browned. 2. Place onion to one side and fry/grill your bacon. Once cooked chop into small bits. 3. Boil the cubed potatoes until soft. 4. Slice the corned beef into squares and pop to one-side. • 1 onion, chopped • oil for frying 5. Sprinkle a few of the onions on the bottom of your dish and add a few pieces of bacon • 4 to 6 white potatoes, and potatoes. Layer the corned beef and peeled and cubed add lashings of brown sauce. • Small block of Mature Cheddar • 2 beef stock cubes 6. Repeat the process with onions, bacon, • 2 tins corned beef potatoes, brown sauce and layer the corned beef on top. • 3-4 rations Bacon (Smoked or Un-smoked) 7. Sprinkle some mature cheddar on top and • HP Brown Sauce pop into the middle of the oven for approx 1 hour on gas mark 5.
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Across Down 1 Judged the value of (8) 2 Threadbare (6) 6 Exclusive, only (4) 3 Period of time (3) 8 Possible danger (6) 4 Decorative cupboard 9 Clarify, explain (6) or bureau (9) 10 Shock ______, 5 Faulty (3) car part (8) 6 Protect, shelter (9) 13 Delight, joy (4) 7 Joined, connected (6) 14 Paddle-wheel driven 11 Surpasses, exceeds (9) river vessel (9) 12 Burglaries (9) 17 100th of a Euro (4) 15 Anaesthetise (6) 18 Awful, terrible (8) 16 Yeast, mushroom, mildew (6) 19 Recreational gambling (6) 20 Sticky substance, rosin (3) 21 Deep purple-blue (6) 22 Dike, barrier (3) 23 Dowels, pins (4) 24 Hotchpotch (8)
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We are a small charity, established in 1974, which provides a door to door transport service for people in the Newcastle area who have mobility problems. We have three 12-seater, wheelchair-accessible minibuses and provide trips to places such as: Clubs, Supermarkets & Meals Out Theatre & Visitor Centres Drivers need to be between 25 & 69 years of age and ideally live within a four mile radius of Newcastle town centre. The work is most suitable for retired people or those looking for a stepping stone into paid employment.
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In fact, the names hardy, half-hardy each hole and thin to one once they and tender, when applied to annuals, are established. They may need to be refer to the relative cold tolerance of staked as they grow. There are some the newly planted seeds. terrific varieties. A favourite of mine Hardy annual seeds can handle is Prado Red, which as the name being frozen in the soil so are ideal suggests, produces deep red flowers. for planting outside, either in the If you pinch them out, they‘ll grow autumn or now. to five feet and produce numerous Productive, adaptable and cheap, blooms on each plant. they are the ideal credit-crunch If sunflowers are the kings of the plants. They are also easy-to-grow, so hardy annuals, then sweet peas are are brilliant for beginner gardeners. surely the fragrant queens. Old- For best results sow them as thinly fashioned or antique varieties tend to as possible, cover lightly with sifted be best for scent though their flowers soil then firm it down. Protect them are slightly smaller. The great thing from cats and birds with netting until about sweet peas is that you have to the seedlings are well established pick them to prolong flowering so you then thin them out to the distance have a wonderful excuse to have a recommended on the packet. fragrant home all summer long. Sweet Good flowers for the annual-novice peas should be planted a little deeper include poppy, calendula, larkspur, than other annuals. They are very fried- egg plants (limnanthes), love-in- thirsty flowers. My granddad used to the-mist, clarkia and cornflowers. line his sweet pea trenches with lots If I could grow only one it would be of wet newspaper. He won prizes for Nigella damascena (love-in-the-mist). his blooms, so he obviously knew a It’s an old cottage-garden plant and thing or two about it. ‘Miss Jekyll’ is a beautiful, soft, pure Next time you’re at the garden blue variety with the added bonus centre...walk right on by the showy of stripy seed pods once the flowers (and expensive) potted plants and have faded. head for the seed section. For a very The king of the hardy annuals small outlay you can add colour, though has to be the sunflower. shape, interest and completely Children particularly love to grow transform your plot... and if you don’t them. Sow them singly in small pots like it, you can always change it again next year. or directly into the earth. If you sow them directly, plant two seeds into Happy gardening!
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