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The blood type diet claims that eating a particular diet of foods tailored to your own blood group can have major health benefits including protection from illnesses. But does it work and is it an effective diet for weight loss. Yes –…

We’re used to everyone from television celebrities to self-help gurus endorsing the benefits of positive thinking. And thinking positively has been linked to everything from becoming successful in business to recovering from a serious…

Are your kitchen cupboards full of a multitude of different cleaning products? Do you wish you could simplify your kitchen cleaning routine and avoid expensive, chemical-laden products that never quite deliver what they promise? Well, you…

Camping – you either love it or loathe it. Depending on your point of view, spending nights under canvas is either a liberating adventure or an uncomfortable experience lacking in basic comforts. But those who believe that camping is good…

From detergents and polishes to antibacterial wipes and sprays, the average modern home is full of a myriad of different cleaning products. The problem is that these tend to be full of chemicals which can be harmful for the environment and…

There are lots of people with oily hair wondering if they really need a shampoo. Perhaps, they themselves feel special as they set apart from others whose hair is not easy to handle at all. Oily-haired people may find themselves privileged…

Many people fear aging. We view it as a menace that must be slowed with modern science and loads of cosmetics. In the end, everyone will age and there’s yet to be discovered a real fountain of youth. The key to aging with grace is to handle…

Life after a DUI charge is definitely harder, but this can be a positive experience if you take it as a wake up call that you need to make some changes. While it is easy to get stuck in a rut of negative thinking, you need to stop beating…

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one in three women and one in four men will be the victim of physical abuse by a spouse, lover or other intimate partner in their lifetime. Even with domestic abuse being so…

Big, powerful calves can improve how efficiently your body metabolizes foods, provide you with more explosive power, and even correct some issues you may have while walking or running. The challenge is deciding the best exercises to build…

As a pseudoscientific alternative therapy, magnetic therapy (also known as magnotherapy) has both its proponents and detractors. The practice involves subjecting parts of the anatomy to static magnetic fields. Products commonly used include…

The practice of craniopathy was founded by an osteopath known as Dr Donald Sutherland. A US osteopath that viewed life as a series of pulsating contractions and expansions that he termed the ‘breath of life’. In cranio-sacral therapy, the…

Acupuncture is normally associated with relieving pain, restoring gut function and inducing a calm state of mind, but now there is evidence to suggest that it could help with colicky babies. According to researchers, Kajsa Langdren and…

In some situations, texts are the perfect method of communication. For example, sending a note to say you’re running late, asking your partner a quick questions whilst they are at work, or checking what time your teen will be home without…

For many students, food is simply fuel – a quick snack grabbed from the corner shop before lectures, or a late night kebab after a night out. But student food doesn’t have to revolve around quick fixes and junk food. Nor does it have to be…

‘I’m bored.’ Every parent has heard these words countless times. But, while it can be easy to create what are often meaningless distractions for your child, this isn’t always the best course of action. The capacity to be ‘bored’ is, in…

Some kids are more active than others, but if you want your children to grow up to be happier, then you should allow them go a bit crazy from time to time. That’s according to Norwegian researchers who attached accelerometers to measure…

In a study involving the analysis of 12 types of plastic water bottles used by an athlete for one week without washing, it was found that drinking from a plastic water bottle that has continuously been refilled can be ‘many times worse than…

According to researchers at the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, working full time after the age of 40 is too much. The research, which involved collecting data from 6,500 people, found that doing more than…

If someone were able to bottle the elixir of eternal youth, they would be richer than Croesus. Sadly, age overtakes all of us at some point, no matter how many lotions and potions we try to keep the sands of time at bay. So, what can we…

Running comes naturally to humans. Many biologists believe that endurance running played a major role in shaping the human body throughout evolution. Being able to run was vital for hunting and evading danger, and by not using our front…

According to Prof. Tim Noakes, asports and exercise expert from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, mild exercise can enhance the immune system in at least three ways: By stimulating the immune system to release a protein which…

Do you suffer from rheumatoid arthritis or know someone who does? If you answered, “yes” to one of these questions, you might be curious about the ultimate cause of rheumatoid arthritis. Today, we’re going to discuss this cause. Our facts…

How well do you know your neighbours? Perhaps not as well as your grandparents would have known theirs. In the past people tended not to move house as often as they do now and people generally stayed in the town or city where they grew up.…

Going organic has now become a practice rather than a trend, people have now come to realize the goodness that Mother Nature has to offer. Organic stuffs has penetrated the lives of so many already that it has also influenced others to do…

A growing number of people are opening up their minds to the possibility of using medical marijuana to treat their ongoing health condition. Many states have now legalized the use of recreational and medical marijuana and others are giving…

A healthy diet during pregnancy is important so that the mom stays strong and the baby grows healthy inside the womb. Baby’s health and growth are the main priority for nine months, therefore the mom should always watch what she eats…

After giving birth, it is a beautiful time for enjoying and bonding with your baby. Unfortunately, it can also be an uncomfortable time, especially if certain conditions arise. Although it is common to experience some discomfort and…

For many years, the official advice has been to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables each day. But recently reports have been suggesting that this figure should be increased to 10-a-day. Is this realistic? Should people aim…

If you have school-age children, standing at the school gates will be a familiar activity. And waiting for your kids to come out of school can be a perfect time to bond with other parents. Having children of a similar age is a great way to…