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How can I reduce damp and mould in your home?

A Bababam Originals podcast, written and produced by Joseph Chance.

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What is binge eating disorder? Mar 15, 2023

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Binge eating, also known as uncontrollable overeating, is an eating disorder. It is characterized by compulsive and excessive consumption of food within a specific period, usually not exceeding two hours, and a loss of control over eating behavior.

This means that a person can’t measure the amounts or types of food they are consuming, and may eat quickly without feeling full. This loss of control often leads to feelings of shame or disgust after a binge-eating episode. UK charity Action Mental Health says that 1 in 50 people experience binge eating disorder and the consequences are tragic. Of those affected, one in three consider taking their own life, and 70% avoid participating in activities due to their body image.

Is it similar to bulimia then? What causes binge eating disorder? How is binge eating disorder treated? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How can I reduce damp and mould in your home? Mar 14, 2023

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According to Dr Yasemin Didem Aktas, deputy academic director of the UK Centre for Moisture in Buildings (UKCMB), “Mould is everywhere, all the time,” this is because the UK is a pretty wet country and so some level of mould, particularly in damp places like bathrooms or windows is to be expected.

However it is how we manage the mould and prevent it building up into dangerous levels that is important. If you notice patches of mould on walls or ceilings then it's time to do something to stop spores spreading in the air.

When is there too much? Why is mould bad for your health? How can I treat mould? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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[RERUN] What is instant-runoff voting? Mar 14, 2023

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Also known as the alternative vote, instant runoff voting is an election method in which voters rank candidates by order of preference. It’s not massively comm on across the globe, but some mathematicians believe it to be more democratic than other widely used systems.

Just because we have the right to vote, doesn’t mean we live in a perfect democracy. The voting system in use at an election can be decisive in its outcome . Between a majoritarian system, like first-past-the-post, a proportional system, or a mix of the two; you could have different victors.

So what’s the best method then? Does it work then? Is it used in some places? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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Why do I get vertigo? Mar 13, 2023

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You’re standing or sitting perfectly still, but yet you feel like everything is spinning around you, as if you were on a theme park ride. You’ve been getting nausea and throwing up too. Well, the chances are you’re suffering from vertigo.

According to the NHS: "Vertigo can also feel like you're being pulled, tilted, or pushed to one side…[and is] often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, problems with balance, or difficulty moving." The causes can be varied, but generally speaking, vertigo is a balance disorder. Our balance system relies on information from many different organs and tissues within the body, including the eyes and ears for example.

Do we know what causes vertigo? Is having true vertigo serious? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is CoreCore, the latest aesthetic taking over Tiktok?

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How can I sleep well with a blocked nose? Mar 12, 2023

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It’s not uncommon for rhinoviruses to resurface during the spring and autumn seasons. They’re the main cause of the common cold. At the same time, spring also brings increased pollen circulation, leading to hay fever symptoms which are very similar to those of a viral cold.

Having a blocked nose can be particularly bothersome, what with having to blow your nose every two minutes, sneezing, having a sore throat and sometimes getting a fever. Most of the time, all you want to do is rest. But that’s not easy when you have a cold. Let’s discuss some tips that can help you get a better night’s sleep!

Is there a way to stop coughing so much? Should I try sleeping in a certain position? What about drinking fluids? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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[RERUN] What is Lego? Mar 12, 2023

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The Danish toy brand Lego may be celebrating its 91th anniversary in 2023, but it’s showing no signs of slowing down! An average of 31 billion bricks are sold each year around the world, and the company appeals to a wide range of people.

Back in 1932, in the small Danish town of Billund, carpenter Ole Kirk Christiansen decided to expand his business by building small wooden toys. A couple of years later, Christiansen chose the name Lego, as an abbreviation of Leg Godt, which means “to play well” in Danish. It was only after the second world war that Lego started producing its first plastic bricks, when the material became more widely available in Denmark.

How did Lego start out? How did Lego stay so strong over the years? What about Lego's environmental footprint? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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How can I meditate without meditating?

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What's really in vegan meat substitutes? Mar 11, 2023

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Despite the rising popularity of vegan or vegetarian lifestyles, many people still love the taste and texture of meat, or simply can’t kick the habit, having eaten meat throughout their lifetimes. That explains why the vegan meat substitute market is thriving.

These 100% plant-based products are a good source of protein and closely resemble meat in a number of ways. But no doubt many of you who eat them have wondered whether they’re actually better for the planet or for human health.

So what’s actually in them? How so? Should we avoid meat substitutes then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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What is CoreCore, the latest aesthetic taking over Tiktok?

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How will the High Seas Treaty protect the oceans? Mar 10, 2023

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On 4th March 2023, UN member states agreed a historic treaty that had been over fifteen years in the making. The High Seas Treaty is the first ever treaty to protect the world’s oceans outside national boundaries.

The aim is to meet the 30 by 30 biodiversity target, protecting 30% of the world’s oceans by the year 2030. Also known as the open sea or international waters, the high seas begin at the limit of countries’ exclusive economic zones. That means up to 370km, or 200 nautical miles, from the coastline. They account for 64% of the world’s oceans, and have been referred to as the last true wilderness, given how much mystery still lies within.

Why is protecting the oceans so important? What measures are expected to come from the treaty? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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