Life in the Outer Rim of the galaxy can be pretty tough. Between harsh environments and hostile inhabitants on the many planets, you never know who (or what) you might encounter. But when life starts to feel a little broken, you don’t need the Force to help you put things back together. Take these five…
When it comes to smoothies, some of them can easily replace either breakfast or dinner (particularly those that contain plant milk, seeds and oats.) Feel free to experiment with the ingredients but ensure you make nutrient-dense smoothies. You can enhance your body’s natural detoxification system by simply changing your diet.” ~ Gracious Quotes Day 1…
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“Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.” – Thomas Jefferson Introduction Born on April 13, 1743 to a planter and surveyor father, Peter Jefferson, and mother from a well-known family, Jane Randolph, was Thomas Jefferson. He was the third president of the United States of America and the principal author of the…
Image Credit: Featureflash / Shutterstock.com Winner of 13 Emmy Awards, 14 People’s Choice Awards, and various other awards for her work as an actress, comedian, and television host, Ellen DeGeneres is no doubt one of the most influential people in the world today. Ellen started performing as a stand-up comedian in the late 70’s, and had…
Image Credit: s_bukley I have this really high priority on happiness and finding something to be happy about.” – Taylor Swift It is a safe bet that there is no one in the world these days who does not know who Taylor Swift is. Yes, this American singer-songwriter is that popular. She is only 25 years…
“It often requires more courage to dare to do right than to fear to do wrong.” – Abraham Lincoln Quotes Introduction Born on February 12, 1809, in Hardin County, Kentucky was the 16th president of the United States of America, Abraham Lincoln, who led the country through the Civil War. Viewed by most as the best…
Image Credit: landmarkmedia / Shutterstock.com Always turn a negative situation into a positive situation.” – Michael Jordan If you ask sports enthusiasts who the basketball legends are, it would not be surprising to hear Michael Jordan’s name mentioned. Nicknamed as “His Airness” and “Air Jordan” for his seemingly uncanny leaping ability, Jordan dominated American basketball for…
Credit Image: Everett Collection / Shutterstock.com Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter, or simply Beyoncé, is hailed as one of the best entertainers of our time. Throughout her 18-year career, she has proven to be more than just a singer and artist. In fact, she was listed as one of the hundred most influential people in the world back…
Image Credit: cinemafestival / Shutterstock.com Before there was a Lady Gaga, there was Madonna. Dubbed as the Queen of Pop, Madonna has gained popularity through her unique music, oftentimes pushing the limitations of the content of her songs and the imagery in her videos. Her music, as well as her life, have been subjects of controversy…
Fun fact: Cucumbers contain Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc. Who needs a multivitamin? Introduction A very refreshing and low-calorie fruit, cucumber is an all-time favorite snack by most people. It can be eaten raw or pickled. It is believed to…
Fun fact: Over 53 percent of seven to nine-year-old picked strawberries as their favorite fruit Introduction Loaded with impressive amount of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, no doubt why strawberries are among the most popular berries. From being freshly-picked berries to jams, anyone can easily access the nutritious strawberries all year round. This fruit, scientifically…
[tr-shareit]fun fact: Kale Is Really Easy To Grow. A group of students at the Indiana Academy of Science, Mathematics, and Humanities decided to grow kale for National Kale Day and planted some seeds. Now they have a kale patch in their courtyard.[/tr-shareit] [envira-gallery id=”3556″] [toc] Introduction If you are a fan of smoothies, then this vegetable is…
Introduction Consumed as a dietary supplement by most people, fish oil has been regarded as an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids cannot be produced by the body and the only way to get it is through the food we eat. It plays a vital role in the overall health, which is…
Fun fact: Women get drunk faster from wine because of their water to fat ratio Introduction It is not always that we find a nutrition facts label in red wine bottles. In fact, it has been the center of debate whether or not wine bottles should indicate the nutrition facts on the label. Those who said…
[tr-shareit]fun fact: A little known fact is that the seed of the lychee is toxic, and while the fruit itself is a great aid for digestion, the seed can wreak havoc with the digestive system. Ensure that you do not consume the seed.[/tr-shareit] [envira-gallery id=”3425″] [toc] Introduction A member of the soapberry family, Sapindaceae, lychee is…
[tr-shareit]fun fact: Brazil isn’t the world’s biggest producer of Brazil nuts – that’s Bolivia, which produces about 50% of the world’s supply.[/tr-shareit] [envira-gallery id=”3494″] [toc] Introduction Produced by a South American tree in the vastness of Amazon are the tasty Brazil nuts. The Brazil nut trees, which grow as high as 160 feet, feature hard casings…