Why Sex and Porn Are Not the Problem

Rebecca Lewis May 24, 2013

Many people complain about the ‘destructing’ effects of internet pornography. The concept that porn and sex are addictive went on for many, many years. Unfortunately, this belief is never backed by scientific research. Based on various studies which we are about to discuss, porn and sex are not really the problems. We are. Various groups and org

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It’s Time to Bounce Back: 10 Strategies to Build Resilience

Sharon Moore May 24, 2013

Have you ever wished you were stronger than you really are? That you don’t get easily offended by insignificant remarks? That you don’t spend months and years lamenting on a failed relationship before deciding to love again? That you can effectively deal with every challenge you face in life, whether it’s about health, money, or relationshi

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Vitamin C Kills Drug-Resistant TB Bacteria in Lab

Lisa Franchi May 24, 2013

Whilst studying how TB bacteria become resistant to a potent first-line drug for TB, scientists at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University have found that vitamin C kills drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) bacteria. Tuberculosis is a lung infection caused by a bacterium called M. tuberculosis. According to the World Health Organisation, TB

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B vitamins Could Prevent Gray Matter Loss and Delay Dementia, New Research Finds

Sharon Moore May 23, 2013

In some patients having mild cognitive impairment (MCI), taking high doses of B vitamins can prevent the loss of gray matter – an occurrence that could progress to Alzheimer’s disease. It is predicted that the number of people with dementia will increase from 26 million to 115 million between 2010 and 2050. But despite the massive research cond

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10 ‘Bad’ Foods that Are Actually Good for Weight Loss

Amy Taylor May 23, 2013

When dieting, almost any food can seem less attractive, unless it’s a fruit or vegetable. But there are many foods that can make your dieting days more colourful and delicious, without increasing your body fats! These foods have gotten a bad rap but are actually good for weight loss. Steak Most nutrition experts would tell you, cut back on red meat

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10 Surprising Facts about Sugar and Tips to Curb Your Sweet Tooth

Rebecca Lewis May 23, 2013

If you’ve been doing everything – exercising, eating healthy, and taking supplements to slim down but you can’t see any result, chances are, you have a fructose issue. Too much sugar doesn’t just make losing weight difficult but may also trigger the development of other health problems. Here are some facts you should know about sugar,

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Practice is Not Enough to Make You Perfect, Scientists Find

Lisa Franchi May 23, 2013

They say ‘practice makes perfect’. But according to a new study led by Michigan State University, practising is not enough to predict a person’s mastery of various skill sets, such as chess and music. According to the lead author Zach Hambrick, it takes more than hard work to become an expert. Natural talent and other factors likely play a

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Why there’s no ADHD in France

Amy Taylor May 22, 2013

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder or ADHD is a behavioural disorder that affects one in twenty children in the United States, according to a study published in the journal World of Psychiatry. The predominance of American research for the past decades has led to the impression that ADHD is an American disorder that is less prevalent in other countries

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Stop! It’s Time for Your “Me-Day” – The Importance of Self-Care

Sharon Moore May 22, 2013

You spent weeks planning for a grand vacation all by yourself. But few nights before the big day, you made a decision not to go. Why? It’s because you’re feeling guilty. You feel guilty because your mum will be there in the house all alone, doing the house chores whilst you spend several days surfing in the beach, eating in fabulous restaurants,

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Best Anti-Cancer Foods to Add in Your Regular Diet

Rebecca Lewis May 22, 2013

One of the most effective strategies to cut your risk of developing cancer is by changing your diet. It’s true that no single food can give you optimal protection from this lethal disease, but the right combination of foods can certainly help keep you healthy and cancer-free! To significantly reduce your risk, here are the foods that deserve a special

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