Learn how to turn your home into a cozy and comfortable retreat with country-inspired decor items. American country decor embodies a simple design using your favorite family heirlooms and flea-market finds. Country decorating is a simple laid-back design that is perfect for someone on a strict budget.
Words: 627 Downloads: 0 Category: Home Decor By: Sierra WriterWorrying health risks been associated with the consumption of pesticides through the food we eat. Many people buy organic produce to avoid this, but there may be times when non-organic isn´t as harmful as you may think. This article explores the fruit and vegetables with the highest and lowest amounts of pesticides in them and tells you how you can reduce your pesticide intake.
Words: 731 Downloads: 0 Category: Nutrition By: SethCleverleyThis article provides an introduction to Intermittent Fasting (IF) an emerging trend in both the weight loss and bodybuilding industries. IF challenges the orthodox advice that it is necessary to eat a number of small meals in order to prime the metabolism and to prevent muscle loss. The basic principles of the concept are introduced as are some of its principle proponents. A sidebar with suggestions for further reading (websites) is included.
Words: 590 Downloads: 0 Category: Weight Loss By: SEO_ScribeThis article provides an overview of the modern day pirates which operate in the Indian Ocean. It looks at how the piracy started, possibe causes, as well as what is being done to rectify the situation. Particular reference is made to the Seychelles.
Words: 850 Downloads: 0 Category: Society By: Grace AtkinsonStressed? Burned out? Need a few moments of relaxation from today´s hectic environment? Meditation or self-hypnosis is the perfect answer to those seeking a few breaks. If you spend just a few minutes a day in what is known as the "alpha state", or go even deeper, you will find yourself more relaxed and ready to take on new challenges.
Words: 726 Downloads: 0 Category: Psychology By: Historical WriterTelecommuting in the United States has become an increasingly commonplace working arrangement. Many employers who are skeptical about allowing telecommuting should examine the potential benefits to the company as they explore if this is a viable option for any of their employees. Choosing employees who have the right mindset, self-discipline, and personal circumstances to make telecommuting productive is critical to the success of the work-from-home arrangement.
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