SAGA MAGAZINE
December gardening
Enjoy the festivities, but take some time out to
keep on top of essential garden jobs in December.
The best mince pies 2025 – tried and tasted
We test the supermarket and big brand mince pies head-to-head to find out which is the best – and which to avoid.
Win a £500 gift card for Dobbies Garden Centres
Bring home some festive magic with our competition to win £500 to spend at your local Dobbies Garden Centre.
The best foods to eat to beat a cold
Feeling bunged up? A dietician reveals the foods that fight colds and boost your immunity.
10 surprising Christmas traditions from around the world
7 of the best Christmas tech gifts
Ingenious speakers, brilliant earbuds, nifty note takers - our expert picks his top tech gifts.
Pepparkakor – Scandinavian spiced Christmas biscuits
Traditional Swedish festive biscuits flavoured with cinnamon and ginger, these make ideal edible gifts.
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Beat the boredom and exercise your mind with our selection of free puzzles.
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Latest articles
With knee pain on the rise in the over-50s, it's important to start protecting your joints now.
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Bake Off winner and author Edd Kimber's mince pies are stuffed with zesty mince and rum custard.
From “bauble-bearers“ to festive “wambling” our lexicographer has a host of words that capture the spirit of Christmas.
We’ve tasted all the Yuletide treats that Aldi has to offer - these are our must-haves for your festive big shop.
The baking queen on celebrating her 90th birthday, her daily indulgence and why her husband Paul thinks “cooking is boring”.
Dreaming of winter warmth without the long-haul flight? Here's our pick of the best Mediterranean winter sun destinations.
The NHS winter vaccination campaign kicks off next week. Here’s the lowdown on what you need to book.
Worried you’ve morphed into Victor Meldrew? Find out how to battle that bad mood, and what to do if you’re stuck with a grouchy loved one.
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Exclusive celebrity interviews
Exclusive interviews with some of the world's most celebrated actors, musicians, writers and thinkers
“Memories are made out of Christmas disasters!”
For the Bake Off judge, the funniest festive season was the one when the lunch went completely wrong.
“I haven’t weighed myself in 26 years”
The TV star chats about health, her love of sprouts and why she’s been proven right about the detox diet.
“The realisation that I could give the audience something didn’t come until much later.”
As the legendary actress and singer turns 90, we take a look back at her personal and professional life.
“Loneliness is an epidemic.”
Author and presenter Richard Osman on grief, his debilitating eye condition, and why his latest Thursday Murder Club book made his wife cry.
“Paul Hollywood spat out one of my cakes!”
Joanna Lumley turns 80 next year and talks about her part in the second series of the Netflix hit series Wednesday, her support for assisted dying, and why she longs to master perfect pastry.
“We don’t really look after the elders in our society, they get pushed to the side.”
The actors talk ageing, James Bond, the powerful message of the film and why author Richard Osman felt nervous about coming on set.
Homes
Staying warm is important to protect our health. Here's how to achieve it without bumping up your energy bills.
Pumpkin carving design ideas and decorations for your home this Halloween that are delightfully devilish while staying stylish.
How home staging could help secure an offer on your home.
These foods will lose flavour and freshness if you store them in the fridge.
Health & Wellbeing
Cataracts are a normal part of ageing. Learn how to spot the signs – and when it’s time to consider surgery.
Personal trainer Louise Arnold reveals the expert exercise tips to support longevity.
The NHS winter vaccination campaign kicks off next week. Here’s the lowdown on what you need to book.
Dizziness or vertigo: a sensation of spinning, can stop us doing everyday things for fear of falling. Try these tips to stop feeling dizzy
New measures for GP appointments are in the headlines, but what effect will they have for you when it comes to getting to see a doctor?
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Yogurt has many health benefits, but can a portion a day really be the secret to a longer life too?
Doctors are increasingly recommending lifestyle and mind-based approaches for chronic pain.
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