What Women Want
July 23rd, 2009
Do you want to look hot, feel hot? Or perhaps, you want to get your man’s sexy back? Then you are definitely in need of an aphrodisiac!
The term was derived from the name of the Greek goddess of sensuality: Aphrodite. Basically, the role of an aphrodisiac is to make sex more attainable and pleasurable.
So, if you are ready for a positively orgasmic effect, here it goes:
Water retention, heredity, toxin build-up, changes in weather, allergies and health issues – these are just some of the causes of those unsightly, dark circles under your eyes.
Sure, it might be easy to cake on concealers to cover up the area – but you wouldn’t want to end up looking like you have a pound of powder under your eyes, right? Since there are hereditary and health-related reasons behind developing those dark under eye circles – one of the best ways to prevent them from occurring is with the help of a balanced diet and vitamins.
Continue reading ‘Balanced Diet & Vitamins: The Answer to Getting Rid of Dark Under Eye Circles’
October 29th, 2008
Instead of bacon, toast and eggs, the staple breakfast food in Japan is actually Miso soup. This classic dish which quickly warms the stomach and the palate is usually made with rice.
Check out this link to get the complete recipe of Women’s Health Magazine’s very own twist – it includes easy-to-find ingredients like shitake mushrooms, tofu and scallions.
So what is it about Miso soup which makes it orientally delicious? It’s basically a combination of that salty yet buttery texture which makes for one truly satisfying and savory soup. Continue reading ‘The Health Benefits of Miso Soup’
September 19th, 2008
I don’t know how many times in my lifetime my mom has drilled to us how important veggies are to our health. Which is a good thing, because I do have this zest for anything that’s fresh and leafy and green – although I do sometimes indulge in meaty delights, too.
But did you know that vegetables are best eaten in pairs? It’s like the vitamins of one particular edible plant complements or brings out the minerals in another. They’re soulmates, the perfect combination – in terms of nutrition, that is.
Continue reading ‘Veggie 1 to Veggie 2: We’re Soulmates!’
August 13th, 2008
To eat nutritious and healthy foods regularly, you don’t need to change your shopping trend instead you just adapt some proven strategies while making grocery list. These strategies help you to follow healthy eating plans because you find each and every essential item in your kitchen shelf.
July 29th, 2008
I have fond memories of my grandma who had the proverbial green thumb. She had a lovely garden where everything grew – no matter what seed she planted, they sprouted to life, flowered – whatever it is that plants are supposed to do. Continue reading ‘Yes, You can Grow Your Own Herbs’
July 29th, 2008
If you live in Japan, the best way to beat the summer heat is to cool off with the help of a yellow-colored drink called Unagi Nobori. It’s made from the extracts of the head and bones of an eel. Now, is that interesting or just plain eeeeww-y???
For all the adventurous types out there, eel is actually a seasonal delicacy. The Japanese believe that eating eel will boost your stamina during the hottest season of the year. Also, the Unagi Nobori is fortified with vitamins A, B1, B2, D and E. Continue reading ‘Weird Stuff – Eel Drink for Hot Summer Days?!’
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