Barbara Bray MBE
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PhD researcher @qubelfast , @NuffieldFarming 2017, Trustee @NutritionSoc , Podcaster, TEDx Speaker, Own views.
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Joined March 2009
Today we release our State of Ageing 2025 infographics. These 40 free infographics are arranged in the same themes as our State of Ageing report: financial security, demographic changes and trends of our ageing population, older people's experience in work, ageing and health,
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π’Out now! A new @FAO report explores how combining human expertise with digital innovations β including AI β advances #FoodSafety foresight & ensures safer food for all. π https://t.co/dk4Kes002e
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"Older people whose serious health conditions are made worse by their homes will require treatment, putting additional winter pressures on our health system. " Says our Chief Executive, Dr @CaroleEaston100. Read more in our press release: https://t.co/lE9JBdkO1x
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Followed by a beautiful Sunday at Portmuck. What a difference a few days make π³ #calmbeforethestorm
#bluesky
#perfectday
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It was high tide and the swimming conditions were perfect π€©
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Swim threadππΏ Can't believe how calm it was at Helen's Bay last Saturday #NorthernIreland
#calmsea
#windspeed
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New report by @nesta_uk @HenryDimbleby & @DollyvanT draws on interviews with multiple senior politicians to highlight exactly HOW the UK Government can bring impactful change to food policy and why it has failed in the past π https://t.co/aSI0lf3qNT
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Henry Dimbleby and Dr Dolly van Tulleken draw on interviews with former prime ministers and other key figures to offer practical advice and insights on how todayβs politicians can tackle the UKβs...
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π€©Have you Bean looking for the way to a healthier and more sustainable diet? Join us for our Raising the Pulse (RtP) campaign and eat more pulses π
When: 11-29 November π Where: All over University of Reading campus β from dining to demonstrations
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Iβm not going to comment on the #Budget. However if you are struggling as a result please talk to someone and if you want confidential advice from very talented people then call one of our wonderful charities. The @FCNcharity helpline number is below. #DontSufferinSilence πͺ
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Back to Portmuck after a 6 week gap and it's fair to say the water is colder. Short lap across the bay and we were done. It's good to be back ππ― #seaswim
#NorthernIreland
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Join us in Leicester on 9 November for a knowledge exchange event where researchers and communities come together to learn from one another, collaborate, and celebrate culture! Reserve your place: https://t.co/VcxcYnYvPU
#CommunityKnowledge #HealthyAgeing #HealthInequalities
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π£ Calling NI males! π£ Get Β£200 for taking part in this @NICHE_ULSTER study! π€© This is the fantastic team I worked with during my postdoc so please share with anyone who might be interested (esp @UlsterUni Coleraine students) ππ Check eligibility: https://t.co/izJkOYHGRn
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π’ We are pleased to announce that the Food, Diet and Obesity Committee will publish its official report on 24th October. π½οΈππ
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Great to see behind the scenes of fresh produce production with #teambayer ππΏ When is a tomato more than a tomato? Innovative agricultural technologies are creating better and more marketable fruits and vegetables. https://t.co/6g4jzgPc2T via @Bayer4Crops
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Developing more enticing produce could help address food insecurity and malnutrition around the world.
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I'm excited to share that I'll be speaking at the upcoming @Food Matters Live on 5-6 November in Dublin. Check out the preview and register your place to help evolve your food ingredient, sustainable and nutrition strategies. : https://t.co/FCChlp0LCs Β #FoodMattersLive
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Today is #WorldAlzheimersDay. πΉ Alzheimer disease is the most common form of dementia πΉ It affects memory, thinking and the ability to perform daily activities πΉIt mostly affects older people, but not everyone will get it as they age
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Did you know that consuming berries, tea and even dark chocolate and red wine may reduce the risk of developing #dementia? They are all rich in #flavonoids, and a new study led by our researchers has found that those who consume more flavonoid-rich foods and drinks could be
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