Archive | May, 2008

Take a Break — it Could Save You Money

By on May 20, 2008 in HEALTH, NEWS

Extended Vacation Time Could Save Billions, Minds A recent study by the National Institute of Mental Health showed that Americans are losing billions of dollars each year because of mental health issues. In fact, mental disorders, which can range from social anxieties to mood problems are the number one cause of disability in the United [...]

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Rinsing with Hydrogen Peroxide for Teeth Whitening and Healthy Mouth

By on May 19, 2008 in Hydrogen peroxide, oral, TECHNIQUES

Homemade hydrogen peroxide mouthwash? Want to naturally whiten your teeth ? I was hanging out with a friend over the weekend and he started telling me — almost out of the blue — about how awesome hydrogen peroxide was for your mouth and teeth, giving him a pearly bright smile. Oh yes! I remember how [...]

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My New Crush on Dates

By on May 14, 2008 in DIET

Dates ( Phoenix dactylifera ) are definitely my new favorite fruit. So sweet, sugary, and soft, dates are a fruit lover’s dream come true. I started eating them about a month ago and every time I have one, I say to myself: “how was I living without dates before!?” I used to think that dates [...]

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What is the World Saying about Genetically Modified Food — Safe or Deadly, You Decide

By on May 7, 2008 in DIET

Over the past few days Skrewtips has received many comments from people sharing their views on genetically modified fruits and vegetables. Some people are absolutely and vehemently against the production / consumption of GMO’s and other seem to wholeheartedly support it. But at the end of the day, most people have no idea what “Genetically [...]

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