
In Italy and China, black rice has historically been prized for its association with health and vitality. Italians call black rice riso Venere (Rice of Venus), as it was believed to have aphrodisiac properties1. In China, black rice was called ‘Forbidden rice’ or ‘The Emperor’s...

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Black rice benefits

We all know how important it is to include plenty of fruit and vegetables in our diets. But it can be hard to get the recommended daily amount, especially if you’re always on the go. Dried fruit might be the answer. While dried varieties of...

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Dry apricot benefits

Most people have experienced the feeling of a twitching eye, which is very common and can happen to anyone. If you’re concerned about what might be causing an eye twitch, read on for everything you need to know. What does an eyelid twitch feel like?...

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What causes eye twitching?

Ever been in a situation where your eyes have been teary for no apparent reason? While having a little bit of water in our eyes is completely normal and essential for keeping them clean and moisturised, it’s not unusual for our tear ducts to sometimes...

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How to stop watery eyes

Ever taken a red eye? The red eye flight is an overnight flight that lands at its destination in the early morning, and is nicknamed as such due to the fact that passengers tend to have red eyes once they arrive. But taking a night...

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How to get rid of red eyes

Tired of having red, puffy eyes? Achieving sparkling eyes which radiate excitement and energy is actually relatively easy if you have the right know-how. Why is having bright eyes important? Having eyes with sparkling whites is a great indicator of health and general vitality. Ideally,...

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How to brighten your eyes

Wondering what may help with those pesky eye strains you keep experiencing? Eye strains (known medically as asthenopia) are unfortunately becoming more and more common in the digital age. They’re generally caused by staring at screens without blinking enough or focusing on one task for...

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Eye strain: Tips & support
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