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      International Dog Day is 26 August; what better excuse to make your favourite canine pal a vegan dog treat? 
There are about 470 million pet dogs in the world and an increasing number of pet owners are considering a plant-based diet for their furry friends.
Did you know that dogs can thr...
      
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      If you run a lunch club you’ll know how beneficial they can be, helping to reduce social isolation and providing a regular social activity for an older person to look forward to. A lunch club is a great reason for someone to get out of the house and enjoy a home-made, nutritious meal without h...
      
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      I have come across a few, shall we say, interesting national days to celebrate, but National Rice Pudding Day on 9 August is a new one to me. However, why not? 
Is rice pudding a love it/hate it thing? I asked a few friends what they thought and it really divided opinion. One guy in his 80s ...
      
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