9 Summer Foods to Beat the Heat

Chinese believe that the hottest days in summer easily cause discomfort and chronic ailments. Consuming certain summer foods ahead of such periods, however, can counteract this and prepare the body for combat. 9 summer foods for hot days 1. Mung beans Summer is the season for eating more summer foods like fruits and vegetables. Mung ...

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Dragon fruit cut in half.

The Life and Works of the Philosopher Plato, 427-347 B.C.

Plato was a Greek philosopher from Athens, the most famous student of Socrates, and the teacher of Aristotle. He was born in Collytus in Attica in 427 B.C. He was the son of an aristocratic father, Ariston, and his mother was Perictione. His father was descended from the ancient Athenian king Kodros (Codrus), and his mother ...

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A bronze statue of Plato.

Chinese Feng Shui Guidelines for Positioning Your Bed

Do you know the feng shui for positioning your bed in relation to your health, your well-being, as well as the quality of your relationships? Here are some Chinese feng shui guidelines for your bed. Feng shui guidelines for choosing the right bed: Choosing a wooden bed and having a mattress with natural fiber, and ...

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Bedroom with family portraits on the wall, floral patterned wallpaper, and hardwood floors.

7 Golden Rules for Healthy, Younger-Looking Skin

Your skin is one of the first things that gets noticed about you, and it  needs to look its best while you’re meeting people socially and professionally. 7 rules to follow in order to achieve healthy, beautiful, younger-looking skin 1. Stay hydrated More than 60 percent of your body is composed of water. But this ...

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