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Scarsedale Diet, the original vegetarian version

Scarsedale Diet, the original vegetarian version

‘The Complete Scarsdale Medical Diet’, published in 1978 by dr. Herman Tarnower & Samm Sinclaire Baker, promised to help people lose up to 20 pounds (~9kg) in 14 days. 6 basic qualities for any successful diet To begin with, dr. Tarnower identified 6 basic qualities any successful diet should have. According to him, they are: Although the original diet is meat-based, dr. Tarnower also created a vegetarian version, published in the ‘Complete Scarsdale Diet’ book. Scarsdale Vegetarian Diet Breakfast Every…

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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Partner

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Your Partner

February is here, so that means Lovers’ Day is also knocking on the 14th of the month. Though the holiday gathers enthusiasts, just as much as haters when it comes to its celebration, getting a gift for your significant other is definitely a nice gesture. And if you want to learn more about this holiday’s origins, check out this article. So no matter if you love Valentine’s Day and get all hearty mushy, or you are not a big fan…

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6 European cities you must visit

6 European cities you must visit

A New Year, a new bucket list of travels and cultural delights! Depending on where you live, it can be really easy and cheap to get to certain European cities, especially for a city break. If it’s not the case, then also a long holiday is worth it for the following 5 cities: 1. Venice, Italy (local name: Venezia). While some may consider Venice overrated, this jewel of the Mediterranean still holds its top position as a must-visit destination. Travel…

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Who or What is an Energy Vampire? Understanding and Dealing with Draining Relationships

Who or What is an Energy Vampire? Understanding and Dealing with Draining Relationships

Have you ever experienced fatigue or a lack of focus after interacting with someone new? Perhaps dealing with a specific individual leaves you feeling drained? These are common indicators of encountering what is often termed an ‘energy vampire.’ Identifying an Energy Vampire: Do They Really Exist? Though scientifically proving how another person’s energy affects us may be challenging, many report experiencing this phenomenon. In psychological terms, narcissism is often linked to ‘energy vampires.’ Narcissists constantly crave validation and seek approval…

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6 Tips to Save Money on Your Wedding

6 Tips to Save Money on Your Wedding

Organising your wedding day(s) can be really exciting, but can also be tiring, complicated, and very expensive. Once you start researching online, you’ll realise that there are so many ideas and suggestions out there, making it even harder to stay focused on what you really want and need for your big event. An event planner could save you the hassle, but if you are organised and have time available, you can also do it yourself. Saving money on your wedding…

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Acupressure Mattress or Relaxation on Needles

Acupressure Mattress or Relaxation on Needles

Have you ever tried to let yourself get hurt intentionally with the help of your mattress? Basically, getting stabbed softly on your back in many places at the same time? 😂 Joke aside, the acupressure mat is definitely interesting to try out, if you are in search of more ways in which you can diminish stress, back pain, and headache and help get the relaxation you need. Although there isn’t much medical research done on the acupressure mats’ efficiency, reviews…

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Spa is actually a city

Spa is actually a city

If you enjoy going to the spa, you should know that the word is also the name of a city in Belgium, and this is not a coincidence. The area and its thermal waters were first mentioned back in Roman times by Pliny the Elder, a Roman author, and philosopher. Throughout the years, as more kings began to stay at Spa, the city become more and more famous and in the 18th century, casinos opened. The former queen of Belgium, Queen Marie-Henriette, also…

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Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

In certain regions of the world, Mother’s Day is celebrated together with International Women’s Day, on the 8th of March, but in some other regions, Mother’s Day has a dedicated day, usually on the second Sunday of May. However, no matter when we celebrate the beings that gave us birth and raised us into this world, it is always nice to make a gesture of appreciation and offer them a gift. Gift ideas for Mother’s Day to choose from If…

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Quit smoking today, it is not that hard

Quit smoking today, it is not that hard

Congratulations on wanting to quit smoking! This is the first step: searching for tips and tricks on how to manage giving up smoking. This is definitely not an easy task, as tobacco (nicotine) is an addictive drug, which keeps you hooked on this bad habit, on a daily basis. One of the stories about how smoking came to be in our societies revolves around the American Indians, who were very much aware of the deadly effects of tobacco and share…

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