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Zerowater Filter (in: Products & equipment)
Apr 27, 2021

So many of us have given up buying water in plastic bottles which contains double the micro plastics in unfiltered tap water. Now  Zerowater Filters remove as much as 99.6 per cent of all toxins, solids, and contaminants, such as lead, chlorine, mercury, aluminium, and plastic particle. Anne Coates put it to the test.

Recovering Your Sense of Smell After Covid-19 (in: Healthy parents)
Apr 24, 2021

One of the symptoms of Covid-19 is losing your sense of smell and for many sufffering from long Covid this continues for some time. Recent research shows that treatment with steroids should not be used to treat this. Smell loss expert Prof Carl Philpott from UEA’s Norwich Medical School, recommends "smell training".

Science Stem Technics 10 in 1 Led Space Vehicle (in: Games & toys)
Apr 21, 2021

Educational toys like Science Stem Technics 10 in 1 Led Space Vehicle encourage children to learn through play. 

Comfy® – Junior Size (in: Products & equipment)
Apr 19, 2021

When Harriet saw me in my Comfy® she was so envious, loving its softness and warmth. So she was delighted to have her own version.

GoBo Deodorant (in: Looking good, feeling great)
Apr 16, 2021

GoBo is the UK's first AHA-formulated deodorant that effectively eliminates odours whilst allowing your body to perspire naturally – a breath of fresh air for your underarms. Anne Coates put it to the test.

Oscar’s Book Prize 2021 Shortlist (in: Books: children & YA)
Apr 14, 2021

Now in its eighth year, Oscar’s Book Prize celebrates the best in storytelling for under-fives, crowning the UK’s best picture book. The prize was created to remember Oscar Ashton, who was three-and-a-half when he died from an undetected heart condition in 2012.

Giant Pass the Pigs Action Game (in: Games & toys)
Apr 9, 2021

Having played the original game of Pass the Pigs, Helen  Burrows and her family were happy to review the outdoor version of this fun family game. 

Build your own Marble Run (in: Games & toys)
Apr 8, 2021

Build your own Marble run by Buildyourownkits.com is an innovative cardboard marble run, assembled using slot together techniques – no glue, no mess, no fuss. Everything you need is provided in the kit – follow the detailed instructions: press out the pre-cut parts, build and watch them go. Ben Cooper and his son tried, tested and review the game.

Which? Scam Alert (in: News)
Apr 6, 2021

If you've ever been caught by a scam – and let's face it, it can happen to the best of us – then it's a good idea to sign up for the Which? Scam Alert Service, writes Anne Coates.

Cocoon Babies (in: Products & equipment)
Mar 25, 2021

Cocoon Babies is no ordinary blanket – it's designed to keep babies cool or warm and is perfect for transferring baby from the car to buggy as Jenny Sneyd discovered.

How to get a Good Night's Sleep (in: Healthy parents)
Mar 19, 2021

On World Sleep Day, Dr Chris Etheridge discusses the importance of sleep and his five top tips to help you through the night. 

Kids Bamboo Toothbrush from Colgate (in: Fit kids)
Mar 18, 2021

Colgate has announced the launch of a new Kids Bamboo toothbrush designed specifically for children. The brush, which is suitable for children aged 6+ and is available with either a Koala or Polar Bear design, makes brushing fun for kids while also helping them to look after the planet.