Please don't say go vegetarian, please don't say go vegetarian, please don't....ah ****!!!! (More on this later).

According to ecologists, an energy crisis could be averted if Americans cut their calories.

David Pimentel of Cornell University and colleagues estimate that energy demands could easily be halved, which could stave off the prospect of further rises in the costs of fuel. Here are some of their conclusions based on their research;

* The...

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It can be difficult to eat healthily whilst traveling, especially when you have kids who need regular snacks. Often, motorway service stations consist of fast food outlets, vending machines full of chocolate, and shops selling supersized bags of chips - not the healthiest fare for your family. A bit of pre-planning goes a long way: here's nine snacks to pack in your bag before setting off.

Water

Top of the list is water: make sure you have enough with you. Carry a spare...

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