Shaving….. let’s face it, no one likes to do it, but it’s a necessary evil in order to maintain a well groomed appearance. So who originally came up with the idea of shaving? Well you need to go back 10,000…
Ladies, not satisfied with your breasts? Then you are not alone. A study published in Body Image analysed the data of a Breast Size Satisfaction Survey which was collected from 18,541 women in 40 countries. 71% of women were dissatisfied…
The beard, sometimes referred to as a sign of masculinity, and at other times believed to be a sign of uncouthness or rebellion, has been making a huge comeback over recent years, and it’s estimated that today approximately 55% of…
The function known as memory is our ability to take in information, store it, and retrieve it at a later date. There are two types of basic memory – short-term (working) and long-term. In essence, it is our memory that…
The lettuce, initially cultivated by the Ancient Egyptians for its oil, is now a staple in a salad. It’s boring. Innocuous. Well, think again! Lettuce is a powerhouse of essential nutrients for our body’s health and vitality. The oil, cold…
Our skin has a protective barrier, consisting of dead cells and lipids that stick them together. It protects the epidermis from water loss, from bacteria and microbes, from toxins, from mechanical damage and free radicals. Healthy skin stays firm, elastic…
Smell is the strongest sense for evoking memories. Christmas is traditionally a sensory explosion with bewitching aromas synonymous with the season, for example cinnamon, frankincense, myrrh, peppermint, vanilla, orange and cloves. Just a quick whiff of a certain scent is…
Haemorrhoids, not the nicest subject to talk about, but something that should be addressed since it’s estimated that three in four adults will suffer with haemorrhoids from time to time during their lifespan. So what are haemorrhoids, also known as…
Natural sun tanning is very beneficial for the body and skin. The sun’s rays stimulate the production of vitamin D, the “sunshine vitamin”, which is vital for us for the good condition of bones, skin, hair, and for hormonal balance.…
Down syndrome is not a disease, it’s a genetic disorder which affects the way in which the brain and body develops. Most people have 46 chromosomes (23 pairs) in all cells, but those with Down syndrome are generally born with…
