Category Archives for "Health & Beauty"
June 14, 2010
Health Benefits of Summer Berries
Berries are some of the most healthful foods, and summer is the season of the berry. From strawberries to blueberries to cherries, summer brings these healthful fruits to our tables. They are more affordable in summer, being in season. Here are some of the more commonly available berries and their health benefits.
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June 10, 2010
Why Sugar and Sugar Substitutes Can Make Us Ill
It is not news that sugar and sugar substitutes can make us ill. Sugar and their substitutes are available in many forms, and not all are obvious. It is much healthier to use natural sweeteners both in beverages and in food. Sugar and sugar substitutes have negative side effects on our bodies such as obesity […]
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June 8, 2010
- in Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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Mosquito Bite Prevention and First Aid
Most people love the summer months because of the warm temperatures and all the activities they can be involved in. It’s safe to say no one likes dealing with mosquitoes, though. No one likes to be bitten by mosquitoes or any other insect. In some instances it’s possible to avoid getting bitten, but not always. […]
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May 3, 2010
- in Health & Beauty by Alexis Rodrigo
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Bottled Water versus Filtered Home Water
There seems to be a lot of confusion these days over what water is the most healthful, least harmful, and most eco-friendly to drink. Given some of the scary reports about tap water, bottled water seems like the cleaner, safer choice. But the source of some bottled water is tap water! And then there are […]
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April 18, 2010
Healthy Foods for Better Learning
The old saying “you are what you eat” may be more correct than most people think. Some foods have been considered to be brain foods while others are considered to be junk. Now you can choose healthy foods for better learning. One of the things to remember when it comes to education and nutrition is […]
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