We’ve all heard about our carbon footprint. Many actions we take in everyday living contribute to the carbon footprint we leave behind by emitting carbon emissions through power use and pollution. Here are some simple tasks you can do to reduce your footprint and help the environment. Energy Efficient Light Bulbs The easiest and cheapest
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We all know that iron is important. It helps in producing red blood cells, carrying oxygen around the body, maintaining a healthy immune system, and providing energy for your body. Despite us knowing the vital role iron plays, many people are iron deficient. There are two types of iron in food; haem and non-haem. Haem,
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Looking beautiful and vibrant is easy when you have flawless skin, but glowing skin requires some help. Different outer and inner elements contribute significantly to the condition of a person’s skin. With all the various creams and lotions, it is quite easy to cover up any blemishes so that skin appears healthy. However, a better solution
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Have you ever heard the saying that what you put out into the universe is what you get back? While it cannot yet be backed by any scientific means, there is something to be said about the validity of this statement. People who are more positive tend to attract positivity. The way to do this
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These delicious red summer fruits are not only a sweet treat, but good for you, too! Cherries are a stone fruit found on a variety of different plants. These plants fall into the genus Prunus. However, the cherries you probably know only come from a small number of sweet cherry cultivars. Many cherries are categorised
Continue reading »Exercising is a great way to stay in shape. Unfortunately, for the majority of people today, it is hard to set aside time to get this done in a fun and beneficial manner. The biggest problem with this is that it means many gym memberships fall to the wayside, along with the money invested in
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Smoothies are a great way to get a whole lot of nutrients in one delicious hit. Whip yourself up a breakfast on the go with these five scrumptious recipes. Green Breakfast Smoothie We all know that green veggies are good for you, but it can be tricky to eat enough of them (who’s chosen chocolate
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If you want to make your life a little “greener”, but don’t have the time for big projects, an easy way is to start composting at home. It sounds tricky, but in reality is actually very simple. Plus, this little habit can make a big difference! Composting does more than create great fertiliser for
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When you just want something warm and comforting, it’s hard to stay healthy. That’s why soup is the perfect winter meal. Soups offer a combination of being warm and comforting, and more often than not are full of vegetables! Here are 7 recipes to keep you warm and nourished this winter. 1. Spiced Red Lentil,
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Keeping the family busy during weekends in summer and spring is easy! Picnics, swimming, flying a kite… there are almost too many options. Winter can be a bit more difficult, however. When the weather is cold, wet, and windy, outdoor activities are sometimes not possible. And keeping kids entertained indoors can be a nightmare
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