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This peppery leaf is also known as arugula, particularly in the US. It’s a dark green salad vegetable, popular in Mediterranean countries and you have probably had it in those mixed bags of salad greens. It’s a wild lettuce with … Continue reading →

What we all want are bright sparkling eyes and no dark rings. Here are some tips for keeping your eyes at their best. For bright eyes, increase your intake of vitamin A by eating more fruits and fresh vegetables. Revive … Continue reading →

Heartburn is linked to eating habits and posture (the way you sit and stand). It happens when acid from your stomach gets forced upwards into the oesophagus (gullet). This is called acid reflux. The stomach wall is coated with a … Continue reading →

Earl Grey is a blend of Indian and Ceylon black tea, infused with bergamot oil. Bergamot is a citric lime tree found in the Mediterranean and the South of France. It gives the Earl Grey tea a light, smooth and … Continue reading →

Curls have always been a great way to become the centre of attention.  Tight curls, afro curls or soft waves can be a refreshing change if you have straight hair or hair without volume. Thanks to technology, we don’t have … Continue reading →

One of the first foods that signals the start of spring is the appearance of fresh asparagus at local farmers’ markets and grocery stores. However the season for asparagus is short. In Britain it is from late April until late … Continue reading →

One of the latest hot and trendy beauty items is a foundation primer or base. These priming products have been used by models and makeup professionals for years but it is only recently they have become readily available to the … Continue reading →

Aloe vera is a succulent plant that grows in arid climates such as Africa and India. It is claimed to have many health and beauty benefits. One of the first documented users of aloe vera was Cleopatra, who lived from … Continue reading →

Insomnia is not being able to get enough sleep. It’s usually related to finding it hard to get to sleep or stay asleep. People who have insomnia often wake up without having had enough sleep and don’t feel refreshed. Short-term … Continue reading →

The type of mussels prevalent in UK waters have spread throughout the northern hemisphere by hitching lifts on the hulls of boats. Mussels filter iron from seawater to produce an adhesive plaque which attaches them to rocks and other objects. … Continue reading →