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Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Huge sculpture of beloved children's cartoon character appears next to iconic Tower Bridge
SAT ON A WALL Huge sculpture of beloved children's cartoon character appears next to iconic Tower Bridge A HUGE sculpture of a beloved children's cartoon character has appeared on top of a wall in central London. All the king's horses and all the king's men seem to have been busy, as the two-and-a-half metre-high egg is fully bandaged up. Advertisement 2 The installation was hand crafted over 28 days Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 2 Tom Fletcher has teamed up with the brand Yoplait to launch a national campaign Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep The Humpty Dumpty installation was hand crafted over 28 days and weighs more than 85 kilos and is perched on top of a wall in Potter's Field, next to Tower Bridge. It follows research by Yoplait, the makers of Petits Filous, which revealed nine in 10 parents feel confident they understand their child's nutritional needs – but doubt if they are meeting them. The poll of 2,000 mums and dads of kids aged four to 10 found 58 per cent regularly worry about whether they are giving their little one the right nutrition, despite claiming their knowledge is good. It served to highlight such confusion, with 28 per cent unsure about sugar content in food, 25 per cent unclear about what counts as a 'balanced diet', and 24 per cent struggling to spot signs of nutrient deficiencies. Advertisement And 34 per cent blame unclear food labels, while 29 per cent simply don't have access to the expert advice they need. According to Yoplait, calcium intake has fallen sharply over the past decade, and almost 20 per cent of 4 to 10-year-olds are now deficient in vitamin D each spring, with their long-term bone health under serious threat. Yet, many parents mistakenly assume this is a problem for later life, missing the opportunity to strengthen bones while they're still developing. As a result, the brand has teamed up with bestselling children's author and dad-of-three Tom Fletcher to launch a national campaign tackling the hidden crisis of childhood calcium and vitamin D deficiency - starting with a reimagining of nursery rhyme icon Humpty Dumpty. Advertisement Once a symbol of fragility, Humpty is now reborn to bounce back stronger, highlighting the importance of calcium and vitamin D to build healthy bones from an early age. Tom Fletcher said: 'As a parent, I know how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of daily life - and nutrition can sometimes take a back seat. 'But what people don't realise is that calcium and vitamin D deficiency in children is quite common. 'If kids don't get enough during their crucial growing years, it can have a lasting impact on their bone health. Advertisement 'The great news is that it's easy to make a difference. 'Something as simple as adding a fortified yoghurt to their daily routine can give them the calcium and vitamin D they need to build healthy bones. Humpty Dumpty sculpture appears on top of wall in central London "I loved reimagining the Humpty Dumpty rhyme for this campaign - it's such a lovely and playful way to deliver a serious message. 'Humpty's great fall is the perfect reminder of what can happen when we don't build our kids up properly from the inside out.' Advertisement The research suggests a major part of the crisis is down to confusion with social media myths, shifting trends, and conflicting health advice pushing parents away from trusted sources of nutrition. Nearly three in 10 avoid yoghurt due to concerns about sugar or artificial sweeteners - often influenced by online misinformation. While 53 per cent know that brittle bones, delayed growth (40 per cent), and rickets (40 per cent) as indicators of calcium or vitamin D deficiency, this awareness doesn't always translate into action. It also emerged 31 per cent struggle to get their children to eat enough nutrient-rich foods, while 22 per cent don't understand how much of each nutrient their child needs, and the same amount have never heard of food fortification. Advertisement Speaking in partnership with Yoplait, which has collaborated with Mumsnet and the National Schools Partnership to reach thousands of families at home and in schools to drive action and awareness, dietitian Dr. Carrie Ruxton said: 'Many parents still underestimate the value of simple foods like fortified yoghurts, which are packed with the nutrients kids need. 'There's been a trend towards parents swapping out yoghurts for less nutritious options like biscuits or unfortified snacks but this would have the effect of limiting the essential nutrients that children need for growth and development.' Antoine Hours, from the brand, added: 'Parents are navigating conflicting advice about nutrition, leaving them often uncertain about whether their children are getting the right nutrients. "Small dietary changes, like adding calcium-rich foods such as fortified yoghurt, can have a significant impact. Advertisement 'Humpty Dumpty has long been recognised as a symbol of fragility. 'With Tom Fletcher's updated version of the story, he serves as the perfect icon to remind parents and children alike of the importance of nutrition in growing up strong and resilient.' DR. CARRIE RUXTON'S QUICK WINS FOR BUILDING HEALTHIER BONES: 1. Aim to give kids 2-3 dairy servings a day to maximise calcium and healthy protein intakes. This can include milk, fortified yoghurts and cheese as snacks or part of meals 2. Check food labels for the calcium and vitamin D content - and don't fear 'fortified' 3. Get kids outside to enjoy outdoor play for a natural vitamin D boost and remember to slap on sun cream in summer. Jumping and running stimulates bone density helping your child develop stronger more resilient bones. 4. Give your kids a daily vitamin D supplement as recommended by healthcare professionals. Ask your pharmacist if you are unsure about the dosage or which products to buy.
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Huge sculpture of beloved children's cartoon character appears next to iconic Tower Bridge
A HUGE sculpture of a beloved children's cartoon character has appeared on top of a wall in central London. All the king's horses and all the king's men seem to have been busy, as the two-and-a-half metre-high egg is fully bandaged up. Advertisement 2 The installation was hand crafted over 28 days Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 2 Tom Fletcher has teamed up with the brand Yoplait to launch a national campaign Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep The Humpty Dumpty installation was hand crafted over 28 days and weighs more than 85 kilos and is perched on top of a wall in Potter's Field, next to It follows research by Yoplait, the makers of Petits Filous, which revealed nine in 10 parents feel confident they understand their child's nutritional needs – but doubt if they are meeting them. The poll of 2,000 mums and dads of kids aged four to 10 found 58 per cent regularly worry about whether they are giving their little one the right nutrition, despite claiming their knowledge is good. It served to highlight such confusion, with 28 per cent unsure about sugar content in food, 25 per cent unclear about what counts as a 'balanced diet', and 24 per cent struggling to spot signs of nutrient deficiencies. Advertisement Read more Fabulous news And 34 per cent blame unclear food labels, while 29 per cent simply don't have access to the expert advice they need. According to Yoplait, calcium intake has fallen sharply over the past decade, and almost 20 per cent of 4 to 10-year-olds are now deficient in vitamin D each spring, with their long-term bone health under serious threat. Yet, many parents mistakenly assume this is a problem for later life, missing the opportunity to strengthen bones while they're still developing. As a result, the brand has teamed up with bestselling children's author and dad-of-three Tom Fletcher to launch a national campaign tackling the hidden crisis of childhood calcium and vitamin D deficiency - starting with a reimagining of nursery rhyme icon Humpty Dumpty. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Once a symbol of fragility, Humpty is now reborn to bounce back stronger, highlighting the importance of calcium and vitamin D to build healthy bones from an early age. Tom Fletcher said: 'As a parent, I know how easy it is to get caught up in the chaos of daily life - and nutrition can sometimes take a back seat. 'But what people don't realise is that calcium and vitamin D deficiency in children is quite common. 'If kids don't get enough during their crucial growing years, it can have a lasting impact on their bone health. Advertisement 'The great news is that it's easy to make a difference. 'Something as simple as adding a fortified yoghurt to their daily routine can give them the calcium and vitamin D they need to build healthy bones. Humpty Dumpty sculpture appears on top of wall in central London "I loved reimagining the Humpty Dumpty rhyme for this campaign - it's such a lovely and playful way to deliver a serious message. 'Humpty's great fall is the perfect reminder of what can happen when we don't build our kids up properly from the inside out.' Advertisement The research suggests a major part of the crisis is down to confusion with social media myths, shifting trends, and conflicting health advice pushing parents away from trusted sources of nutrition. Nearly three in 10 avoid yoghurt due to concerns about sugar or artificial sweeteners - often influenced by online misinformation. While 53 per cent know that brittle bones, delayed growth (40 per cent), and rickets (40 per cent) as indicators of calcium or vitamin D deficiency, this awareness doesn't always translate into action. It also emerged 31 per cent struggle to get their children to eat enough nutrient-rich foods, while 22 per cent don't understand how much of each nutrient their child needs, and the same amount have never heard of food fortification. Advertisement Speaking in partnership with Yoplait, which has collaborated with Mumsnet and the National Schools Partnership to reach thousands of families at home and in schools to drive action and awareness, dietitian Dr. Carrie Ruxton said: 'Many parents still underestimate the value of simple foods like fortified yoghurts, which are packed with the nutrients kids need. 'There's been a trend towards parents swapping out yoghurts for less nutritious options like biscuits or unfortified snacks but this would have the effect of limiting the essential nutrients that children need for growth and development.' Antoine Hours, from the brand, added: 'Parents are navigating conflicting advice about nutrition, leaving them often uncertain about whether their children are getting the right nutrients. "Small dietary changes, like adding calcium-rich foods such as fortified yoghurt, can have a significant impact. Advertisement 'Humpty Dumpty has long been recognised as a symbol of fragility. 'With Tom Fletcher's updated version of the story, he serves as the perfect icon to remind parents and children alike of the importance of nutrition in growing up strong and resilient.' DR. CARRIE RUXTON'S QUICK WINS FOR BUILDING HEALTHIER BONES: 1. Aim to give kids 2-3 dairy servings a day to maximise calcium and healthy protein intakes. This can include milk, fortified yoghurts and cheese as snacks or part of meals 2. Check food labels for the calcium and vitamin D content - and don't fear 'fortified' 3. Get kids outside to enjoy outdoor play for a natural vitamin D boost and remember to slap on sun cream in summer. Jumping and running stimulates bone density helping your child develop stronger more resilient bones. 4. Give your kids a daily vitamin D supplement as recommended by healthcare professionals. Ask your pharmacist if you are unsure about the dosage or which products to buy.
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Third of young Brits call their car ‘a second home' with change of clothes, snacks and deodorant, new study reveals
Almost a third of Gen Z claim they spend so much time in their car it's like their second home MOTOR HOME Third of young Brits call their car 'a second home' with change of clothes, snacks and deodorant, new study reveals Almost a third of Gen Z claim their car is their 'second home' – and they keep a change of clothes, deodorant and snacks to hand. A poll of 2,000 vehicle owners found 23 per cent of the younger generation use their motor for storing things - three times more than Boomers (seven per cent). 6 Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn expertly packs a car boot with the help of Dacia's app Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 6 Vicky Silverthorn shows her packing skills Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep And while 31 per cent of Gen Z and 19 per cent of Millennials claim they spend so much time in their car it's like their second home, less than one in 20 Boomers feel the same. It also emerged phone chargers, wet wipes and carrier bags are among the top 40 things which permanently live in vehicles. But while Gen Z are most likely to keep a travel cup, headphones and spare shoes in their car, Boomers are prepared with an A-Z map book and a first aid kit. Drivers are also prepared for all bouts of weather, with an ice scraper and umbrella the two most popular items to store, followed by sunglasses and gloves. With lip balm, a pair of shoes and a hairbrush to hand for any last-minute socialising. A spokesperson for car brand Dacia, which commissioned the research alongside its AR app's Boot Organiser tool, said: 'Our cars have become an extension of our homes, so much so they're becoming filled with lifestyle items. 'Gone are the days of just having a spare wheel and some de-icer in the boot, we like to feel prepared for all eventualities and carry the modern day essentials. 'We know how crowded people's boots can get, whether it's sports kits, children's bikes or prams and walking boots or wellies, we hope to be able to assist optimising space.' The research also found 41 per cent of owners have had to reconfigure items in their boot to fit things in when going on a holiday in the UK, taking an average of 18 minutes to do so. Others have had to rearrange the space when taking rubbish to the tip (31 per cent), heading out on a day trip (26 per cent), and going to the airport (22 per cent). With suitcases (26 per cent), bikes (17 per cent) and food shopping (16 per cent) the top things people struggle to fit into their car boot. The OnePoll data also saw eight in 10 claim the size of a boot is important when choosing a new car, as 11 per cent admitted they often leave the house with everything 'but the kitchen sink'. Following the findings, professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn, has teamed up with Dacia to give drivers tips on how to pack their boot efficiently. Vicky advises creating a checklist to tick off as you go and pack strategically, and said if you think twice about whether or not to bring something it's likely it's not actually needed. And if you're arriving at a destination late, make sure the items you'll need are at the top of the luggage, such as wash bags. Vicky said: 'With summer approaching, suitcases will likely cause some issues for road trips. 'It's best to put them in the boot sideways rather than stacking them and soft cases are great to fit around hard ones to optimise the space - I've been trying it out in the Dacia Bigster, and I have loads of room spare. 'We all know how tricky it can be when you're going away and suddenly need to fill the car with everything you'll need, be it kid's toys and nappies or festival and camping gear. 'Remove the seasonal items you no longer require which seem to live in your boot - such as ice scrapers - and make room for what you know you'll be using, like picnic blankets and beach towels.' VICKY SILVERTHORN'S TOP 10 TIPS FOR PACKING A CAR BOOT 1. Be prepared: Create a 'Packing Checklist' of all the items you need. This helps ensure you do not forget anything and can actually help you pack more strategically. 2. When in doubt, boot it out: Think about what you actually need to bring with you. If you have to think twice, you probably don't need it. 3. Wheely spacious: There's probably more room in your car than you think. If you have space under the boot floor, use the spare wheel well for smaller items such as wellies. 4. Don't stack, side pack: Pack suitcases sideways instead of stacking them. This way, you can easily slide out the ones you need without having to lift off any others. 5. Layer up: Pack heavier items on the bottom, working your way up in layers. 6. Don't learn the hard way: Soft cases are great to fit around hard cases in a boot, optimising every inch of space. 7. Squeezy does it: Pack things tightly to avoid them sliding and moving around as you drive. 8. It's child's play: If you're taking one, make sure your pushchair is easy to access if you need it on arrival. 9. Boot foresight: If you are arriving late at your destination always pack the items that you will need when you get there at the top such as wash bags. 10. Only the essentials: Use an easily accessible rucksack or storage container to hold key items that you can grab quickly such as chargers and headphones. 6 6 Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn takes a snap of a car boot she packed with the help of Dacia's app Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 6 Vicky Silverthorn shows her expert packing skills Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Third of young Brits call their car ‘a second home' with change of clothes, snacks and deodorant, new study reveals
Almost a third of Gen Z claim their car is their 'second home' – and they keep a change of clothes, deodorant and snacks to hand. A poll of 2,000 vehicle owners found 23 per cent of the younger generation use their 6 Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn expertly packs a car boot with the help of Dacia's app Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 6 Vicky Silverthorn shows her packing skills Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep And while 31 per cent of Gen Z and 19 per cent of Millennials claim they spend so much time in their car it's like their second home, less than one in 20 Boomers feel the same. It also emerged phone chargers, wet wipes and carrier bags are among the top 40 things which But while Gen Z are most likely to keep a travel cup, headphones and spare shoes in their car, Boomers are prepared with an A-Z map book and a first aid kit. Drivers are also prepared for all bouts of weather, with an ice scraper and umbrella the two most popular items to store, followed by sunglasses and gloves. With lip balm, a pair of shoes and a hairbrush to hand for any last-minute socialising. A spokesperson for car brand Dacia, which commissioned the research alongside its AR app's Boot Organiser tool, said: 'Our cars have become an 'Gone are the days of just having a spare wheel and some de-icer in the boot, we like to feel prepared for all eventualities and carry the modern day essentials. 'We know how crowded people's boots can get, whether it's sports kits, children's bikes or prams and walking boots or wellies, we hope to be able to assist optimising space.' Most read in Motors The research also found 41 per cent of owners have had to reconfigure items in their boot to fit things in when Others have had to rearrange the space when taking rubbish to the tip (31 per cent), heading out on a day trip (26 per cent), and going to the airport (22 per cent). With suitcases (26 per cent), bikes (17 per cent) and food shopping (16 per cent) the top things people struggle to fit into their car boot. The OnePoll data also saw eight in 10 claim the size of a boot is important when Following the findings, professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn, has teamed up with Dacia to give drivers tips on how to pack their boot efficiently. Vicky advises creating a checklist to tick off as you go and And if you're arriving at a destination late, make sure the items you'll need are at the top of the luggage, such as wash bags. Vicky said: 'With summer approaching, suitcases will likely cause some issues for road trips. 'It's best to put them in the boot sideways rather than stacking them and soft cases are great to fit around hard ones to optimise the space - I've been trying it out in the Dacia Bigster, and I have loads of room spare. Read more on the Irish Sun 'We all know how tricky it can be when you're going away and suddenly need to fill the car with everything you'll need, be it kid's toys and nappies or festival and camping gear. 'Remove the seasonal items you no longer require which seem to live in your boot - such as ice scrapers - and make room for what you know you'll be using, like picnic blankets and beach towels.' VICKY SILVERTHORN'S TOP 10 TIPS FOR PACKING A CAR BOOT 1. Be prepared: Create a 'Packing Checklist' of all the items you need. This helps ensure you do not forget anything and can actually help you pack more strategically. 2. When in doubt, boot it out: Think about what you actually need to bring with you. If you have to think twice, you probably don't need it. 3. Wheely spacious: There's probably more room in your car than you think. If you have space under the boot floor, use the spare wheel well for smaller items such as wellies. 4. Don't stack, side pack: Pack suitcases sideways instead of stacking them. This way, you can easily slide out the ones you need without having to lift off any others. 5. Layer up: Pack heavier items on the bottom, working your way up in layers. 6. Don't learn the hard way: Soft cases are great to fit around hard cases in a boot, optimising every inch of space. 7. Squeezy does it: Pack things tightly to avoid them sliding and moving around as you drive. 8. It's child's play: If you're taking one, make sure your pushchair is easy to access if you need it on arrival. 9. Boot foresight: If you are arriving late at your destination always pack the items that you will need when you get there at the top such as wash bags. 10. Only the essentials: Use an easily accessible rucksack or storage container to hold key items that you can grab quickly such as chargers and headphones. 6 6 Professional organiser Vicky Silverthorn takes a snap of a car boot she packed with the help of Dacia's app Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 6 Vicky Silverthorn shows her expert packing skills Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 6 Vicky Silverthorn finishes packing a car boot with the help of Dacia's app Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Aldi jumps on the latest wellness trend with new arrival which lets people try it out themselves for just £29.99
It'll be in stores later this month, but you'll have to be quick to grab one ICE ICE BABY Aldi jumps on the latest wellness trend with new arrival which lets people try it out themselves for just £29.99 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IT'S one of the biggest wellness trends of the past year. And now those who want to try out an ice bath themselves can do so, thanks to one of Aldi's latest arrivals. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Aldi are selling an inflatable ice bath as part of their SpecialBuys, which will be in store on May 25 Credit: Joe Pepler/PinPep 2 The store is known for amazing budget deals, but when they're gone, they're gone Credit: Getty It's also a good way of cooling down when the weather warms up, and is ready in just 20 minutes thanks to the fact it's inflatable. The inflatable ice bath is due to hit the middle aisle on May 25, and will cost just £29.99. It's made from "Tritech puncture-resistant material", which means it's reliable against weight, strain and movement. It also comes complete with a cover and rope fastener, and can be put up anywhere from the garden to the garage. It can even be put up at a bus stop, as Aldi demonstrated with a clever advertising campaign. But if you want to grab one of the SpecialBuys you'll have to be quick. As Google trends data shows it's likely to be a popular purchase, considering that searches for "ice bath recovery" and "ice baths near me" have risen by a combined 480% over the past year. "The sunny conditions that we have been experiencing in the UK show no signs of letting up, making it the perfect opportunity to take a dip in one of our at home ice baths," Julie Ashfield, Chief Commercial Officer at Aldi UK, said. "Whether you're looking to join the trend and recover from your latest workout or just cool off on your commute, Aldi has you covered!" Ice baths have long been used to help reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Peter Crouch takes on extreme morning routine - from 20-minute ice bath to pumping iron in the gym It's also thought that regular use of an ice bath can help improve sleep, as well as mental health. "I think the main mental health benefits of cold water immersion are psychological," Will Cronenwett, Chief of Psychiatry at Northwestern University School of Medicine, told Psychology Today magazine. "It can be scary, so when you are doing it, you are overcoming your fear. "This feels good, like mastering any difficult feat." According to Mark Harper, author of Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure, ice baths are the most effective to help with both anxiety and depression between the temperatures of 10 to 15 degrees Celsius.
