Hair 101 – Learn some beauty school basics
Hair is a filamentous biomaterial (made of long protein chains, interacts with biological systems), which grows from follicles found in the dermis (middle layer) of the skin. It is mainly made up of keratin, which is a fibrous structural protein. The entire human body, except for the palms of...
Chinese Food, American Style
It’s often a running joke that what Americans consider to be Chinese food is entirely of our own making, and cooks and diners in China would find it completely foreign (like chop suey, what the heck is that?). But at some point, Chinese food was adapted from our Asian...
Painful Lessons from a Father: A Confession
It seems you are making the right decision. The road you’re on seems less scary. The difficulty is certain to go the other way. We know that this election is the best. There are so many ways to justify this decision. In your opinion, it is the right thing...
Reiki-style self-healing
In Kyoto in the early 20th century… About 100 years ago, a Japanese martial artist developed a spiritual system based on energy work. His name was Usui Mikao and he believed that by cleansing the body energetically it was possible to feel more connected to life, more relaxed, less...
the spring
Our soul’s need for fun and nourishment is always there, but the means of fulfilling that divine inner calling can change with both time and experience. What used to uplift and inspire me when I was in my 20s, has morphed into new ways of experiencing the pleasure of...
Pre Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) and Homeopathy- Natrium Muriaticium
PMS affects more than 70% to 90% of premenopausal women in the US and less so in Southeast Asian women due to their difference in lifestyle and social structure. The occurrence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) has more than doubled in the last 50 years due to its acceptance as...
Is it safe to eat cinnamon if you have acid reflux?
Acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach contents spill into the esophagus. Poor diet, lack of exercise and stress can contribute to this disease. If left untreated, it can cause inflammation and scarring of the esophagus. One of the natural remedies to relieve the symptoms of...
What you should know about IVF treatment
As infertility has become a widespread problem, more and more people are relying on the medical technique called In Vitro Fertilization or IVF. Couples tend to plan pregnancy later in life, which is probably the main reason for infertility, along with the high incidence of sexually transmitted diseases. When...
The best villas in Spain for a cozy winter retreat
Spain is one of my favorite vacation destinations. It offers a relaxed atmosphere and beautiful natural landscapes with stunning beaches and a vibrant nightlife. A luxury villa is one of the best parts of a vacation in Spain, as you can spend some quality time with your family and...
4 protein-rich meal ideas
Protein meals don’t mean just meat! Many vegetables are very rich in protein. You’ll also get carbs in vegetables, but unrefined carbs are good for you. That is a great source of energy. Carbohydrates to avoid are refined starches and sugars. A good protein-based meal will include some meat,...