Bitter melon is a valuable herb gifted to us by Mother Nature. It is also commonly known as bitter gourd, bitter cucumber, karolla and karela. It is rich in iron, beta-carotene and potassium. It also contains Vitamins B1, B2, B3 and C, phosphorous and fiber. Benefits of Bitter Melon • Bitter melon is worldwide known […]
In Japan, How to Unplug Your Life and Save Electricity
Written By Scilla Alecci This page is part of our special coverage Japan Earthquake 2011. People in Japan have been unplugging their lives as electricity saving measures have been implemented to cope with power shortages. At present only 19 out of 54 nuclear reactors at power plants are operating and the government has been […]
Diabetes Information That Everyone Should Know
Diabetes is one of the common metabolic diseases that occur due to defects in the carbohydrate metabolism in the body. It affects approximately 17 million people (about 8% of the population) in the United States. In addition, an estimated additional 12 million people in the United States have diabetes and don’t even know it. Causes […]
The Weighty Traps Of Health Foods
What people didn’t realize was that although health foods are good for health, they can be fattening. With a little knowledge you can knock off a few hundred calories every meal yet keep to healthy foods. Here’s how to eat well and also stay slim. Yogurt is tops for nutrition. As a food it contains […]
7 Trendy Places to Eat, Drink and Dance in Scottsdale
Imagine a desert oasis where you can enjoy award-winning cuisine and partake in nightlife unlike any other. Well, Scottsdale is that place and it’s a perfect locale for a quick weekend getaway. Don’t know where to eat or what to do? No time to research and plan a dining, imbibing and socializing schedule ensuring your […]
China 2011: From Jasmine Crackdowns to Grassroots Uprisings
China 2011: From Jasmine Crackdowns to Grassroots Uprisings By Oiwan Lam 2011 began with a series of crackdowns by the Chinese authorities to prevent the Arabic Jasmine Revolution from landing in mainland China. It ended with a series of uprisings in grassroots communities where people have been devastated by corrupt local governments and illegal land […]