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PURPLE power
Globes of alliums make a sensational addition to a border
Kerb APPEAL
Smarten up your front garden in no time with clever planting and design tricks
Berry NICE
Lenka Cooke, RHS horticultural adviser at Wisley, shares her expert tips on growing gooseberries and red and white currants
10 Natural Home Cures That Work Better Than Drugs!
DIY health treatments are often more effective than prescription drugs and costly pharmacy medicines. And some are totally free…
Covid: The Fightback
There’s the vaccine, of course, but there’s also plenty we know about reducing the risk of the virus and having a healthy immune system
‘I wish I could tell my younger self to LOSE WEIGHT'
’Miriam Margolyes opens up on why the coronavirus pandemic has made her anxious about her health
I NEVER thought I'd...
Flagging on those new year resolutions? Take inspiration from these three women who prove that it’s never too late to change direction
FROM COAST TO coast…
Dramatic cliffs, lush countryside and traditional seaside towns line the South West Coast Path. Tanya Pearey visits Devon and Cornwall for a walk on the wild side
WINNING the war against CANCER
There’s been a revolution in disease detection and treatment. Here’s where real progress is being made
COPING WITH…Muscle cramps
They’re rarely serious but painful enough to demand instant solutions, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones
COPING WITH…a phobia
Facing a fear is the best way to overcome it, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones
COPING WITH…A B12 deficiency
Your fatigue may be down to not having enough of this vital vitamin, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones
COPING WITH…A fracture
Treating the cause can be just as important as treating the break, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones
The Breast Cancer Signs You Should Never Ignore
Spotting the symptoms, then getting a swift diagnosis and treatment is crucial in fighting back against this disease. Here’s what you need to be looking out for
The fast-track to a HEALTHIER 2021
If you do one thing for your health this year, make it this, say our health specialists...
‘Being attractive is about CONFIDENCE AND A VITALITY!'
Jenny Agutter reveals why she cares much more about personality than appearance…
COPING WITH…Pneumonia
This lung infection can kill so it should always be taken seriously, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones
COPING WITH...Drinking too much
Even with a dry January, alcohol poses health risks all year round, says Dr Melanie Wynne-Jones
Twas The Night Before Christmas
Make Christmas Eve a special event of its own with this delicious menu perfect for sharing...
The Ultimate Christmas Cake
Our expert team have put together this step-by-step guide to their favourite-ever recipe for this festive
Marble MAGIC
This simple technique transforms old baubles into stunning decs
Take your PLACE
There’s still time to make this pretty place mat in time for Christmas
Twinkling LIGHTS
Create these glowing candle displays with fresh foliage and festive berries
Stylish STOCKING
Sew a loved one this personalised stocking ready to be filled with presents on Christmas Eve
Alternative ADVENT
Replace your usual advent calendar in favour of these homemade craft projects
It's a WRAP!
From hand-stitched parcels to tea-towel bottle covers, discover the prettiest ideas for presents
DECK the halls
These thrifty makes are a great way to get creative this festive season
A warm winter WELCOME
Hang this bauble-filled wreath on your front door to add instant wow
The big HRT rethink
Forget all you thought you knew about hormone replacement therapy. Views on their risks and benefits are changing
DEMENTIA? Or is it just forgetfulness?
What’s normal and what’s not? Here are six early warning signs you shouldn’t ignore…