Archive for the ‘Christmas’ Category

Is your child eating too much this Christmas?

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

The child safety website Child Alert has today issued an informal alert warning parents not to let their children indulge too much this Christmas. Christmas is of course a day renowned for indulgence – mince pies and bowls full of chocolates litter every surface, plates are piled high with roasted turkey, stuffing, bacon and goose read more »

Beware of the festive treats – many speciality Christmas goodies contain more calories than a cheeseburger

Monday, December 5th, 2011

If you are concerned about gaining a few pounds this Christmas then it’s not just the mince pies, brandy butter, mulled wine, choccies and cheese you need to watch out for. We are well aware that the traditional Christmas treats mentioned above are guilty of being laden with unwanted calories – so thank goodness for read more »

Say goodbye to boxing-day left-overs as turkey prices soar

Monday, November 14th, 2011

The rise of grain prices affecting turkey farmers this year has had a noticeable impact on UK supermarkets, with poultry prices soaring.   As the Christmas season approaches (or peeks, for the supermarkets), our pockets are bound to start feeling the strain. Of course, Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a huge, golden turkey taking centre-place read more »