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Children born this year may have to wait until 80 to receive their state pension, yet most financial institutions are doing nothing to encourage them to save.

Chancellor George Osborne announced plans in the budget to link the state pension age to improved longevity, and some insurers have calculated that the state pension age could rise to 80 for those born in 2012.

One way to escape such a long working life is to build up savings to supplement private pensions until the state pension kicks in.

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Beans are the picture of convenience, readily available in canned or dried varieties, but I tend to lean to toward the dried variety, so that I can control the salt in my food and avoid the dreaded BPA in canned food.

Beans are an excellent source of fiber, providing an average of 6g of fiber per 1/2 cup. They contain both insoluble and soluble fiber, which may help lower cholesterol, improve glucose control and prevent colon cancer and diverticulitis. Furthermore, beans generally contain no cholesterol, are low in fat, and are brimming with vitamins and minerals such as folate, thiamine, manganese, iron and magnesium.

The flavor of cooked dried beans always seems fresher than their canned counterparts, and their texture tends to be more pleasing to the palate. In a few easy steps, you can prepare dried beans easily, and they tend to be cheaper than the canned variety.

Nothing says comfort quite like a steamy bowl of chili. Not only is this one-pot wonder easy to make, it provides so many nutrients! Common ingredients in chili are:

From that simple base, you can create countless variations based on your dietary preferences and seasonality.

But there really are no rules! Chili is a bespoke meal that begs for creativity. Beans are a staple in most chili recipes and you can try mixing up your beans in chili recipes. Any changes will slightly affect the flavor, but the nutritional content will always remain very high.

Ideally you should make chili a day ahead in order to allow the flavors to develop, and due to their robust nature they stand up well to freezing. So make a big batch and freeze for up to 3 months- be sure to defrost the chili in your refrigerator before reheating.

This vegan chili is a filling and  has the power to convert even the most devoted meat lover.

In a heavy bottom pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, bell pepper and sauté. After 5 minutes, add zucchinis and sauté an additional 5 minutes; or until the zucchinis are tender and the onions are transparent and fragrant. Reduce heat and add canned and fresh tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, basil, oregano, pepper, salt and parsley. Cook, uncovered, stirring often, for 30 minutes. Stir in kidney beans, chickpeas and corn; and cook for another 15 minutes. Add lemon juice. Stir well, taste and adjust seasoning to taste.

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TUESDAY, March 27 () — A new study finds that women diagnosed with pre-cancerous cervical conditions after they get the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine can still benefit from the shot because it cuts their risk of future HPV-related cervical disease.

“This study helps to clarify the effects of the HPV vaccine and further define its use,” noted one expert, Dr.

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Every smoker knows all the reasons why they should quit smoking. Smokers should quit to avoid lung cancer, cardiovascular diseases, stroke and many other illnesses. Smoking also reduces a person’s life expectancy as smokers are generally less healthy and unfit when compared to non-smokers.

Smoking is one of the biggest single causes of premature death in many countries. Close to 2 million people die each year from illnesses caused by smoking and yet smokers find it incredibly difficult to quit and remain smoke free. So if you are thinking of quitting, here are a few ideas to help you.

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