Benefits of Hazelnuts

Cardiovascular Benefits
Hazelnuts are rich in unsaturated fats, the kind that are actually good for the heart. Much of this fat is oleic acid, shown to lower LDL "bad" cholesterol and raise the "good" HDL kind. One cup of hazelnuts contains almost half of our recommended daily amount of magnesium, a mineral that regulates calcium levels in muscles. When calcium levels are high the heart may contract, and beat irregularly. Proper amounts of magnesium keep the heart from overexerting itself by promoting healthy rests between contractions.

Cancer Prevention
Studies have found that the alpha-tocopherol type of vitamin E hazelnuts are so rich in may cut the risk of bladder cancer in half. Additionally, the manganese so abundant in hazelnuts goes a long way in protecting the body from cancer. Manganese is a constituent of an antioxidant enzyme produced in the mitochondria of the cells to protect the body from cancer.

Muscles
Magnesium plays an important role in regulating the amount of calcium that goes into and out of the cells of the body. The proper amount of calcium at the proper time encourages muscle contraction, and allows the muscles to relax when they're not needed. This avoids muscle tension, soreness, spasm, cramps and fatigue. According to one Italian study, higher magnesium levels also increased the strength of the muscles.

Skin Health
One cup of hazelnuts contains 86% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamin E. Vitamin E has been proven to protect skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation, such as skin cancer and premature aging.

Bone and Joint Health
About two thirds of the magnesium the body uses goes towards building the structure and strength of the skeletal system. Magnesium is a key mineral in the makeup of the bones, and is so important that the body stores extra magnesium on the surface of bones to be used in case of an emergency deficiency. Hazelnuts are also rich in manganese, a mineral essential for the growth and strength of bones. Post-menopausal women are often deficient in manganese and can benefit from its ability to increase the density of bone, and fight osteoporosis.

Nervous System The nervous system needs amino acids in order to function, and amino acids require vitamin B6. Hazelnuts are rich in vitamin B6. Moreover, vitamin B6 is necessary for the creation of myelin, the insulating sheath of the nerve that increases the speed and efficiency of electrical impulses, allowing the nervous system to operate optimally. What's more, vitamin B6 is instrumental in the synthesis of the neurotransmitters serotonin, melatonin, and epinephrine.

Digestive Tract Health
Hazelnuts are rich in manganese, which is an enzyme activator and a catalyst in the synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol. It also promotes protein and carbohydrate metabolism. The high content of fiber in hazelnuts assures regular movement of food and waste through the digestive tract, distributing the burden of work evenly along the way and promoting the proper balance of chemicals and microorganisms necessary for a healthy digestive system.

High in B Vitamins
Hazelnuts are rich in vitamins B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 and B9 (folic acid). We rely on the B vitamins to dismantle proteins, fats and carbohydrates for us, thereby providing us with the energy we need to function. The B vitamin complex is used throughout the body, particularly for the health of nervous system. The B vitamins assuage stress, anxiety and depression. They also improve the memory and are necessary for the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin. B9 aids hormone synthesis and riboflavin is necessary for healthy red blood cells. Niacin improves skin health ensures the normal function 

of the digestive and nervous systems. Some B vitamins help build and repair damaged DNA. 

Medical sources:

Healthdiaries

Anti-aging Tips

THE PROBLEM
Our environment is making us sick. Physical and emotional stress cause premature aging.

Every day we are exposed to thousands of toxic chemicals. They are everywhere, all the time, and they’re a big part of why we get sick.

Every day we are bombarded with thousands of incoming messages — advertising, email, voice mail. It’s like drinking from a fire hose. Our fast-paced world often creates a sense of overwhelm and anxiety. That emotional stress accelerates aging.

Intense emotional stress can even trigger sudden death. As reported on CBS News, doctors at John Hopkins University have confirmed that the sudden death of a loved one really can cause a broken heart. They have dubbed the condition “broken-heart syndrome.” Tragic or shocking news can stun the heart and produce heart attack-like symptoms, which can result in death. Emotional stress is something to be treated seriously.

The American Cancer Society says that 90% of all cancer is environmental. Our drinking water can contain over 700 chemicals. Scientists estimate that we consume an average of 8 pounds of preservatives each year. When you wrap your food in plastic and then microwave it, you create carcinogens from the dioxin in the plastic. Dioxin is one of the most potent carcinogens known to man.

Although we can limit our exposure to them, chemicals in the air, water, and soil are largely out of our control.

We do have control over our diet and lifestyle, however. The choices we make affect our health, vitality, and longevity.

THE SOLUTION
The first step is to take the responsibility for your own health. The good news is that, by making changes, you can reverse aging by up to 17 years.

“The biggest obstacle to people’s health is stress,” says Dr. Michael Galitzer, an anti-aging endocrinologist based in Los Angeles. “Sure, you can detoxify, eat right, and exercise, but getting your emotional and mental state under control is the most important measure you can take.”

Toxic emotions such as anger, resentment, guilt, shame, and grief all need to be released. Choose a qualified therapist or certified coach to help you free yourself of these prematurely-aging emotions.
Grief, resentment, and anger steal your vitality. When I work with my clients, the years seem to melt away.

For example, one of my clients is a 59-year-old woman who thought her life was over after her husband died. She was miserable. People avoided her. After working with me for a few months, she released her grief. She became excited about her future. People were eager to be around her. She’s now got a twinkle in her eyes and a bounce in her step — and a much younger boyfriend.

In terms of taking care of your body, it comes down to the simple basics that your mother taught you. Eat wholesome, healthy foods, including fruits and vegetables, drink water, exercise, and get your beauty sleep.

“Sleep is a huge component in anti-aging,” says Dr. Ron Rothenberg, an anti-aging specialist based in San Diego. We live in a culture that seems to think sleeping is a waste of time. What most people don’t realize is that by choosing to be chronically sleep-deprived, they are aging faster.

Give your body everything it needs, including vitamins and minerals. Get your hormones checked by your doctor. Be proactive and get informed about your health. I also recommend reading “Ageless” by Suzanne Somers.

Another key to leading a vibrant life is to surround yourself with positive, successful people. People who are living their life’s purpose have a youthful zest for life that’s contagious. Choose to be one of these people yourself.

Find your passion. Do not settle for a mere job when you could be living your calling. People who are living their passion are inspired. They know they are making a difference. They are happy.

Happy people are 35% less likely to get sick, and live seven years longer. Happy people earn a million dollars more over the course of their lifetime, according to “Happy for No Reason” author Marci Shimoff.

If you’re not bouncing out of bed excited to start each day, work with a certified coach who can help you get excited about life again.

For example, one of my clients is a young widower. He was working at a stressful, unsatisfying job that was killing him. His blood pressure skyrocketed, and his doctor warned him to reduce stress. When my client decided to pursue his passion, his life transformed.

Now, he has achieved his life-long dream of becoming a published author. He’s excited about life and eager to help others. Having personally experienced the life-changing impact of being coached, he’s taking the coach certification training at the Grief Coach Academy, so he can help others.

“Be the change you want to see in the world,” said Gandhi. While one person cannot transform the entire planet overnight, we can all contribute to a better environment by choices we make in our own lives.

What’s Aging The Skin?

Sweet Treats

If sugary foods are a staple of your diet, you may want to reconsider what you eat. “When sugar breaks down and enters the bloodstream, it bonds with protein molecules, including those found in collagen and elastin [the fibers that support skin], through a process called glycation,” says Leslie Baumann, a dermatologist in Miami Beach. “This degrades the collagen and elastin, which in turn leads to sagging and wrinkles.”

Preventive measures: Curb your consumption of simple carbohydrates, which include the obvious treats, like soft drinks and candy, but also seemingly innocuous choices, such as honey, white rice, and white bread. These foods are quickly converted into sugar in your body and put your skin on the fast track to glycation. If you need something sweet (and, really, who doesn’t?), Baumann suggests a small square of dark chocolate. The antioxidants in it can protect you from free radicals, those unstable atoms in the atmosphere that latch on to skin and lead to fine lines. Also, increase your intake of vitamin C. “It helps generate collagen,” says Ellen Marmur, a dermatologist in New York City and the author of Simple Skin Beauty($27, amazon.com). You’ll find vitamin C in papayas, strawberries, broccoli, oranges, and kiwis.

Frequent Flying

You’re much closer to the sun in a plane than on land, so it stands to reason that solar rays, which can penetrate windows, “are more intense at higher altitudes,” says Marmur. This may explain why pilots and flight attendants have been found to be at an increased risk for melanoma and other skin cancers. Plus, the air up there is notoriously dry—and without moisture, skin, like any living tissue, simply shrivels.

Preventive measures: Drink as much water as you can in flight; avoid alcohol and salty foods, which are dehydrating; and apply a rich moisturizer with SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes before boarding, as sunscreen needs time to be absorbed before it’s effective. And if you’re sitting next to a window, pull down the shade.

Untamed Tension

Yes, stress really does wear on you. When you’re under intense or chronic pressure, your body increases production of the hormone cortisol, which can damage collagen and elastin and decrease the skin’s ability to repair itself. What’s more, stress can make you tense up and grimace or frown, often without your even realizing it. After a while, these repeated muscle contractions can leave their mark in the form of permanent lines, says Fredric Brandt, a dermatologist in Miami and New York City.

Preventive measures: Get stress and anxiety under control by exercising regularly. Yoga, Tai Chi, and brisk walking have been found to be effective tension tamers, possibly because of the meditative aspect of these activities. (The deep or rhythmic breathing of yoga and Tai Chi probably helps, too, by promoting healthy circulation.) If you don’t have time for hour-long exercise sessions, break up your workouts: Walk the 30 minutes to the office, and download a yoga app (such as Yoga RELAX) so you can do a few gentle poses before bed.

Weight Fluctuations

Packing on pounds can make your skin look plumper on the surface, but carrying excess weight can cause your body’s levels of insulin (a hormone made by the pancreas that controls the amount of sugar in your blood) and cortisol to rise, which can break down collagen. “You’ll see increased sagging from putting and keeping on as little as 10 to 15 extra pounds,” says Brandt. In addition, repeatedly gaining and losing weight can take its toll on the skin’s elasticity, leaving behind stretch marks and jowls.

Preventive measures: Aim to keep your weight in the normal range, with a body mass index between 18.5 and 24.9. (Go to nhlbisupport.com to calculate yours.)

Midlife Moisture Loss

“With menopause, your body begins to pump out less estrogen,” says Arielle Kauvar, a dermatologist and the director of New York Laser & Skin Care, in New York City. “Since estrogen stimulates oil and collagen production in the skin, your skin may become drier, more wrinkled, and saggy as its levels drop.”

Preventive measures: Your best inexpensive bet may be to “troubleshoot by moisturizing heavily,” says Marmur. Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can offset some of these effects, but it can take time to find the exact combination of hormones that your body responds to. For more instant results, you might consider dermal fillers, which are injected into the skin to fill in wrinkles and plump up sagging areas. Consult your dermatologist for options.

Lack of Sleep

“Your skin has a chance to repair itself overnight,” says Mary P. Lupo, a clinical professor of dermatology at Tulane University, in New Orleans. “Without enough deep sleep, the kind you can’t be roused from easily, the skin can’t properly undo daily damage.” Also, sleep deprivation puts your body into stress mode, causing it to release more stress hormones 

Preventive measures: Shoot for seven to eight hours of sleep a night. It takes discipline, but start by shutting off all electronic devices a half hour before bed so the stimulation doesn’t keep you up. Another strategy: Try to sleep on your back. “If you usually sleep with your face smushed into your pillow,” says Lupo, “it will look creased faster.”

The Blues

Depression doesn’t show up only in your demeanor—it may also show up on your face. Over time, a frown (ironically, just like a smile or a squint) can become permanently etched into the skin. Depression is also associated with elevated cortisol levels, which can weaken supportive collagen fibers, as well as with “a decrease in growth-hormone synthesis, which inhibits the ability of the skin to repair itself at night,” says Brandt. What’s more, when people are depressed, they may not take care of themselves (or their complexions) the way they should.

Preventive measures:  To combat depression, exercise regularly, enter counseling if necessary, and talk to your doctor about whether you would benefit from an antidepressant. Interestingly, reducing wrinkles with a cosmetic treatment like Botox might improve symptoms of depression. Sure, it could be that if you look better you feel better, but a study conducted at Cardiff University, in the United Kingdom, found a more likely explanation: When people had their frown lines treated with Botox, the paralysis of those facial muscles prevented them from transmitting negative-mood signals to the brain, which correlated with a lifting of the spirits.

Marathon Workouts

In the skin-aging equation, regular moderate exercise is a plus, since it reduces stress. But if you frequently run or bicycle long distances, you are not only exposing yourself to lots of UV light but also “jolting, and possibly damaging, the support structure of the skin,” says Brandt.

Preventive measures: Do not consider this a license to slack off! Brandt emphasizes that premature skin aging is generally an issue for extreme athletes only. That said, the use of lots of sunscreen and a great moisturizer can go a long way toward counteracting the relentless pull of gravity.

Medical sources:

 http://www.awarenessmag.com/

http://www.realsimple.com/

Make your smartphone battery last longer

Prepare your phone

Start by shutting down some of the more battery-intensive features. 

Connections

Wi-fi, Bluetooth, GPS and Location Services all drain the battery, so turn them all off. 

On an iPhone swipe up and tap the wi-fi and Bluetooth icons so they are off. Go toSettings - Privacy – Location Services and turn the toggle Off.

On an Android phone swipe down and toggle Bluetooth, wi-fi and Location. Or go toSettings - Location and turn the toggle Off.

Screen brightness

Turn the screen brightness down.

On an iPhone swipe up from the bottom and drag the brightness slider left.

On an Android phone swipe down from the top and drag the brightness slider left.

Push email

Push email services send messages straight to your phone without you having to press a ‘sync’ or ‘receive’ button. Each ‘push’ uses battery power so turn it off - if you are on holiday or away for the weekend, do you really need to know about the latest offer from a company you last bought from in 2008?

On an iPhone go to Settings – Mail, Contacts, Calendars – Fetch New Data and tap the slider.

On an Android phone head to Settings – Account Settings and slide Auto Sync toOff.

If you really need to keep abreast of your emails, you can determine how often the phone fetches new data. Opting for fewer updates uses less power.

Apps

Don’t use apps that consume lots of battery power, such as music and video streaming apps like Spotify and YouTube.

Shut down applications you aren’t using.

On an iPhone double click the Home button and flick any unused apps up.

On an Android phone press the Apps button (the static key at the bottom right) and tap the cross on each application or flick them left.

Enable power-saving mode

Many modern smartphones include a power-saving mode, which let you see exactly what features consume power. When activated, the phone will automatically shut down features that use the most power, when the battery gets to a certain level.

The location of power-saving mode varies from phone to phone, so head to theSettings menu and look for Battery or Power options.

Apple doesn’t offer any power-saving options on the iPhone.

Download an app

If you’ve got an Android smartphone, there are plenty of apps that let you monitor your device’s battery performance, so you can see exactly what applications use the most power and shut them down. Battery Saver with widget.

Carry a portable charger

Taking a back-up battery with you is the most effective way to ensure you don’t run out of power. There are dozens on the market designed to give your smartphone a boost.

Before choosing a device, think about how you’ll use it. Are you happy to leave it in a hotel and charge in the evening or do you want something portable you can carry with you at all times, just in case the battery runs down?

Battery capacity is measured in milliampere-hours (mAh), so the higher the figure the longer it will charge the smartphone for. Depending on the size of your smartphone battery, a smaller charger may not charge it fully, boosting the battery level to maybe 50%.

The Proporta USB Turbo Charger 7000 Emergency Charger (£25) is a universal device that can charge two gadgets simultaneously. The 7000mAh battery can recharge your smartphone several times. Available from Proporta

The Incipio offGRID Smart Portable Backup Battery (£65) has two ports for charging more than one device. Built-in Bluetooth lets it communicate with your smartphone, displaying battery status information via the free app. Find a misplaced battery by tapping ‘Find me’ and the speaker makes a noise. Choose from 6000mAh and 8000mAh versions. Available from Amazon.

Battery cases

Mophie’s Juice Pack range of protective cases boost the battery with the flip of a switch. The Juice Pack Helium (£60-70) for a 1500mAh iPhone 5/5S can provide 80% more battery, while the 1700mAh Juice Pack Air (£60) doubles the iPhone 4/4S’s talk time. Available from John Lewis.

Incipio’s OffGrid range is similar, providing protection and integrated battery.  Theo ffGRID Pro includes a 2000mAh battery and fits the iPhone 5, while the offGRID for Samsung Galaxy S4 has a 3100mAh battery providing 10.5 hours of talk time.Available from Amazon.

Emergency boost

Approximate the size of a credit card the Monster PowerCard (£35) is the perfect size for a wallet. It’s a universal charger and the 1640mAh can boost the battery from flat to around 50%. Available from Amazon.

Small enough to fit on a key ring, the Mophie Power Reserve Lightning (£40) includes a Lightning cable compatible with the iPhone 5/5S. Providing a 60% power boost from the 1350mAh battery. Available from Amazon.

http://home.bt.com/

How to find a lost Android smartphone

Losing a smartphone is a disaster for anyone – all those contacts and photos potentially gone forever. It’s always best to back up precious files using a back-up storage service such as BT Cloud.

But should the worst occur, there is a free way to track your phone down using Android’s built-in remote tracking tools.

1.Location services need to be on

In order for tracking to work, you need the GPS switched on. To do this, you should swipe down from the top of your screen and ensure the Location icon is activated.

2.Switching Android Device Manager on

Now you need to find the Google Settings app in your list of apps. It might be in a folder titled Google.

Next, tap the heading titled Security. Here, you need to make sure Remotely locate this device and Allow remote lock and erase are switched on.

3.Now you’re ready to track your smartphone

You can test the feature out on your PC immediately at the Android Device Manager. You will have to sign in with the Google account assigned to your smartphone.

Once you’re in, you’ll be presented with a map, alongside a box with your phone’s name and image. It should start to track your device straight away but if it doesn’t, click on the small locator icon at the right of the white box and ‘Contacting your device…’ should appear. If the process was successful, the map will point out where your smartphone is and the box will provide you with other information such as the last time it was located and the name of the location.

4.Ring, lock and erase data on your phone

Although you can pinpoint your phone’s location, you may still struggle to physically find it. The Ring feature will dial through to the device to alert someone who has found it. You can do this by clicking on Ring.

A warning message will pop up telling you that the phone will ring at full volume for 5 minutes. Press the blue Ring button if you want to go ahead.

To prevent anyone from snooping on your phone, you can put a password on by clicking Lock. 

A box will appear, asking you to create a password. Fill the two boxes in with a password and note it down. You can also added a recovery message and a phone number in the third and fourth boxes, informing anyone who finds your phone how to get in contact with you to hand it back.

If you have no luck locating your phone and concede to it being permanently lost, you may want to wipe your phone of all data on it. This should only be carried out as a last resort and will erase everything including photos and apps permanently, resetting your phone to its original factory settings. To do this, click on Erase.

Ensure that you fully understand the information in the box, then click on the red button marked Erase.

http://home.bt.com/

How To Speed up your smartphone

Tip 1: Check for Software updates

Software updates from your network or phone maker can improve performance. So check your smartphone is running the most up-to-date software.

Go to the Settings menu. Look for an option called System updates or Software update. Then download any that are available.

Tip 2: Close your unused apps

Open apps suck up memory. Having lots open will slow down your phone. So shut any you aren’t using.

On an Android phone tap the right Recent Apps button on the bottom left. Flick any programs you aren't using off the screen to close them.

Tip 3: Uninstall any apps you don’t want 

Keep an eye on how many apps you’ve got by heading to Apps in the Settingsmenu. You can check what you’ve downloaded and when.

If there’s anything you don’t use, tap and select Uninstall.

Tip 4: Remove app caches

Over time, apps build up a cache of information, which can slow everything down. Free apps like App Cache Cleaner let you to clear the system cache with one tap.

Tip 5: Choose static wallpaper

Moving – or live - backgrounds might look cool, but they slow down your phone. Pick static wallpaper instead.

Tip 6: Clean your homescreen

Widgets are mini-programs that update automatically, consuming power. Too many on your homescreen will slow down your smartphone, so delete any you don’t need,

To do this on an Android device, hold down on the top of a widget and drag it to theRemove option that appears.

Tip 7: Cut down on animations

If you’ve followed the tips above and your phone is still dawdling, it might be worth trying this advanced tip.

Animations look slick, but they can slow down your phone, so you can turn them off.

Go to the Settings menu and select the About phone option. Look for Build number and tap it a few times to access the hidden Developer menu.

In the Developer menu under Window animation scale tap Animation Off.Repeat this for Transition animation scale and Animator duration scale.

If apps or transitions end up looking funny, change the scales to 0.5 instead.

http://home.bt.com/

Apps to improve your commute

Brits spend a lot of time commuting - the average Londoner spend 107 hours a year getting to work, the equivalent to 4.5 days. A commute can seem like the most wasted time of day. But with the help of your phone – and a few apps – you can put that time to good use.

Here are some apps to help you get fit, learn and be entertained – and even get you to your destination more efficiently – all without eating into your leisure time.

Getting from A to B

Google Maps

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Google Maps is one of the simplest and most intuitive commuting apps around. It gives you multiple travel options including by foot, public transport and driving. It offers multiple routes, warns you about traffic and contains turn-by-turn directions – just like a sat nav.  You can even jump into Street View to see what your location looks like. And save maps to use offline for when you don’t have a web connection.

Tube Exits

Price: Free

Operating system: iOS

Wondering which Tube carriage to get on to avoid the crowds getting out of the station? This app tells you, saving precious minutes during the rush-hour crush.

National Rail Enquiries

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Live departure times, disruption alerts – for the regular train user, this app has it all. You can even see where your train is along its route.

 

Citymapper

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

The most comprehensive commuting app in town for walking, cycling, taking the bus, train or tram, Citymapper has live updating estimated arrival times, and the ability to share your destination and arrival time. It even tells you which part of the train to get on, so you can get out of the station faster at the other end.  Only some cities are supported, but more are being added all the time.

mendmy Pothole

Price: Free

Operating system: Android

Are you a cyclist or motorist upset by the state of the roads on your commute? Report them with this app. Simple but effective!

Commute Greener

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

This app lets you look after the planet. It will suggest how you can improve your commute by making it greener – and in return, you earn real-world rewards.

Keeping fit

Strava

Price: Free

Operating system: Android,  iOS

If you cycle to work, what better way to get motivated than to see how well your friends are doing? Strava lets you compare your progress with pals, locals and professionals. Plus you can share Instagram photos you take during your commute. In-app purchases include training videos, detailed heart rate analysis and the ability to set weekly goals.

Endomondo

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Don't sit and veg out on the way to and from work. Get out and exercise instead! Endomondo lets you track running, walking, cycling and more than 40 other sports using GPS. So you can see your route afterwards. It also shows duration, speed, distance, calories and more. And even gives you audio feedback as you go. Feel the burn.

 

Endomondo

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Don't sit and veg out on the way to and from work. Get out and exercise instead! Endomondo lets you track running, walking, cycling and more than 40 other sports using GPS. So you can see your route afterwards. It also shows duration, speed, distance, calories and more. And even gives you audio feedback as you go. Feel the burn.

Walk It

Price: £1.99 (Android), £2.29 (iOS)

Operating system: Android, iOS

This app has mapped more than 70 towns and cities around the UK, and lets you generate A to B directions as well as circular routes if you just fancy a stroll. Each route includes turn-by-turn directions, estimated time, distance, calorie burn and a carbon saving. Ditch the car and hit the pavement.

Entertaining yourself

YouTube

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

The Earth's biggest cache of videos is a great way to burn through your commute. Search for a cat video, see another you like, and before you know it you've watched 12 in a row and have arrived at work. Just be careful you don't miss your stop…

Spotify

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Listen to thousands of tracks for free – and take them offline – with arguably the best music app around. It can suggest playlists based on what you're doing, so a late afternoon commuting one will help you wind down after a stressful day. Spotify has a new running mode, so if you run to work it will serve up songs with a speed matching your pace.  

  

Does not Commute

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Why not play an app about commuting while you’re actually commuting?! That’s exactly what Does not Commute offers. Drive the residents of a 1970s town to work, learning their secrets on the way, while negotiating the streets – and other vehicles – before the timer runs out. Tricky and frustrating at times, Does not Commute is a novel spin on the driving game. It’s free to play, although you’ll need to pay to play a saved game.

 

Working on-the-go

Wunderlist: To-Do List & Tasks

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS

Get ahead of work before you reach the office with a list-making app like Wunderlist. You can use it for day-to-day things like shopping or birthdays, and setting reminders, but it’s also a useful work tool. Share lists with colleagues, assign tasks and each person can add comments.  It syncs in real time across phones, tablets and the web, so you can continue when you get into the office.

Evernote

Price: Free

Operating system: Android, iOS, Windows Phone

Evernote is a digital workspace for all your files - from quick notes to Word documents, web articles, to photographs. Didn’t quite have time to finish that report before you left the office? Don’t panic – Evernote syncs across multiple devices, so you can fire up the app and continue working on your phone on the way home, so you can finish off and and enjoy your evening.  You can even share documents with colleges and discuss within the app in real time

http://home.bt.com/