At 37 years-old (in December 1996), neuroanatomist and Harvard Ph.D, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's life took a dramatic turn, in her words: “In the course of four hours, I watched my brain completely deteriorate in its ability to process all information. On the morning of the haemorrhage, (stroke) I ...

Mung beans, also known as Vigna radiata and commonly known simply as mung, or green gram, is a small green legume, the smallest member of the bean family. It resembles a tiny whole bean surrounded by a green husk. Mung beans can be eaten raw, partially, or fully cooked. They may be fermented, dried ...

When I started out on the vegan lifestyle, one of the foods I missed the most was biscuits. The sparse choice of vegan biscuits in most UK supermarkets is really disheartening! This was until I discovered the vast multitude of vegan biscuit recipes available online. I have tried and highly ...

Often in life, the things that we most want to do are put on hold because of work. In the U.S., we usually get 2 weeks of vacation in a year, so the opportunity to travel and explore is even more special. Fortunately, the growing trend of remote working provides the opportunity to work from ...

Have you ever suffered from bouts of stomach cramping and bloating but never understood where it comes from or why it’s happening? Well the answer could lie within the food that you eat on a day-to-day basis. Many foods are high in something called FODMAP which is responsible for many of the ...

With the arrival of summer, you usually want more fresh, light and tasty dishes, such as salads. These dishes are usually very simple to make, and they are also very versatile and colourful! Almost any ingredient can be good to go into a salad; sprouts, lettuce, tomato, pasta, rice, legumes, tuna, ...

The gua sha tool is known for its firming and brightening benefits. This flat, heart-shaped skincare tool is often made of rose quartz or jade crystal and is used to relax the muscles in the face, lift and firm the skin, aid with lymphatic drainage, and increase absorption of skincare ingredients. ...

In Spain the word "tapa" is known as a bar snack or appetizer and the word itself translates as "cover", said to have originated from Andalusia in beautiful southern Spain. Initially, small pieces of food (olives, slices of bread etc) were placed on top to cover drinks and keep bugs at bay. ...

People workout for different reasons. Some do so to achieve fantastic physical shape, while for others it's about helping them manage an underlying medical condition. Regardless of your overall aim for working out, you will still most likely experience sore muscles (DOMS) after rigorous training of ...

From black and green to chamomile and ginger, herbal teas are a delicious and calming beverage that we can all enjoy, whilst nourishing our bodies. Read on to learn about some of the best teas for your well-being in Top 6 Healthy Teas You Must Try! 1. Green ...