Warning – if you’re at all squeamish, or have a pet cat, it might be better to stop reading now! Studies have estimated that in Europe, somewhere between 43% and 67% of cats are infected with Toxoplasma Gondii. Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by a parasitic protozoan known as Toxoplasma gondii (big ‘T’ little ‘g’). A parasitic protozoan is … Continue Reading
Finding a vegan or vegetarian restaurant in Sheffield is not easy, and a lot of places seem to be closing soon or have closed such as the lovely Blue Moon Café or ‘V or V’. However, there are still some gems out there. Here is a list of some highly rated vegan or vegetarian-friendly restaurants … Continue Reading
A fascinating new study published in September 2023 shows a direct association between higher consumption of broccoli with a reduced risk of cardiometabolic diseases, neurological disorders, diabetes, and cancer. One of the main compounds which is suggested provides these benefits is polysulphides. And broccoli sprouts (young broccoli) were also discovered to contain around seven times … Continue Reading
It’s been well known for quite a while that red meat isn’t particularly good for humans. But did you know it’s not just due to the risk of developing cancer? According to a 2023 analysis of 37 studies, swapping red meat in your diet with plant-based alternatives can cut the risk of type-2 diabetes by … Continue Reading
Leg It Round Lathkil race is an 11.5 km fell race through the Lathkil Dale in the Peak District National Park. The race is held annually in November and is open to runners of all abilities. The course starts and finishes at the Lathkil Hotel in Over Haddon. The first part of the race is … Continue Reading
An ankle sprain or ‘sprained ankle’ is an injury to the ligaments that connect the bones in your ankle. Ligaments are tough bands of tissue that help hold your joints together. When you sprain your ankle, the ligaments stretch or tear. This can cause pain, swelling, weakness, and bruising. Ligaments are a fibrous, connective tissue … Continue Reading
The 10/10/10 method is a decision-making framework that helps you make better choices by considering the short-term, medium-term, and long-term consequences of your actions. The rule is simple: before you make a decision, ask yourself three questions: By considering the short-term, medium-term, and long-term consequences of your actions, you can make more informed decisions that … Continue Reading
Ever wanted to be able to whistle with your fingers in your mouth? If you didn’t learn it when you were young, there’s still time. Follow this tutorial and have a go. As with any new skill; practice is king! By the way, there are bonus points to anyone who can tell me what this … Continue Reading
The White Peak Walk is a low-key, annual event in its, err… 38th year? To be honest I’m not quite sure. It was cancelled once due to Foot & Mouth, and then twice more recently due to the Pandemic. However, this year, things were very definitely back on track. The route takes you from Monyash … Continue Reading
Timing this year was done for the first time by AV Timing. As a result of this, the Tigger Tor 2022 results are in a PDF which you can view, download or print here:
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