Collagen is a protein that our body produces and uses to connect cells and keep skin firm and supple. When we are young, our skin is beautiful, firm and smooth because it is constantly regenerating, but with the aging process, the creation of new collagen is reduced, and the existing one as a result of …
Social relationships are a good sign for the happiness of employees at work. Despite the direct link between social interaction and the positive effects on our well-being, the stigmas and concerns that traditionally surround personal relationships at work can make navigation friendships in the professional sphere a little confusing. Although uncomfortable, this combination makes sense. …
Albinism (Latin: albus –white) belongs to the group of rare diseases of the skin, eyes and hair, which occurs due to lack of the pigment melanin. Albino people are sensitive to sun exposure and as a result they have a higher risk of skin cancer. There are several types of albinism, but a common feature …
The Importance of Cervical Health The cervix is one of the most important parts of the female reproductive system. It plays an important role in reproduction and hence keeping it healthy and operational is vital. The cervix is a small passageway which widens dramatically during childbirth to allow the baby to come through. In addition …
Meet the Blue Java Banana Have you ever heard of the Blue Java Banana? It’s a type of banana that tastes amazingly similar to vanilla ice-cream. It even has the consistency of ice-cream! That’s how it got its name in Hawaii – the ice cream banana, while Central America calls it cenizo and Fiji named …
We’ve mostly been using garlic as a part of our meals because of its aroma, but did you know that it has been used by numerous people like the Babylonians, Romans, Chinese, Egyptians and Greeks because of its medicinal properties? If you try to eat garlic constantly, it will help you treat some of the …
Dragonflies – The Natural Pest Control Against Mosquitos Did you know that you don’t have to use harsh and toxic chemicals to keep mosquitos at bay? All you need to do is make sure your yard is home to dragonflies, the biggest predators of mosquitos. These quite creatures eat hundreds of mosquitos a day, which …
When a person experiences an asthma attack, their airways are swollen and inflamed. They have to be in perfect shape if we want air to move freely through them. When they have problems, the person also experiences problems with breathing, wheezing as well as coughing. These are among the most common triggers of asthma attack: …
Green Amaranth Nutritional Value Many people have never heard of the green amaranth plant, but it’s a tremendous herb that abounds in a number of health benefits. It’s an edible leafy veggie, native to subtropical and tropical regions. It can be eaten raw or cooked and it’s abundant in antioxidants, phytonutrients, minerals and vitamins. All …
In order to preserve bees and restore balance in nature, France became the first EU country to ban five neonicotinoid pesticides linked to high rates of bee deaths. Pollinating insects such as bees are much more important than you think. Love mangos, apples, and avocados? Well, you can thank bees for all these fruits. They …
