Greeks are believed to be the most civilized persons, evidences shows that they were the richest person of those times. They were fond of decorating their bodies, with a variety of clothes and jewellery. Based on the researches and studies conducted, it is clear that around 1,400 BC, The Greeks started using the jewellery made from gold and gems that were beautifully designed and created…
London is seen by many travellers to be one of the world’s must-see cities and although recent developments such as the London Eye and the Millennium Dome are huge attractions to tourists, the majority still set aside time for the more traditional landmarks, like Trafalgar Square. The square is named after the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar which saw the British Navy defeat the combined fleets…
When you’re attempting to find the finest beaches in Europe, Portugal is a great place to start, particularly in the Algarve region. The Algarve truly has something for everyone; coves, caves, grottos and sandy beaches are all prevalent along the Portuguese coastline, with Bengali beach, situated west of Albufeira, being particularly special. Tucked away behind a towering, craggy cliff, Bengali beach can be easy to…
Summer is here and the sun is out! Well, with a bit of luck it soon will be and with it a hot summer offering many opportunities to get to the beach and have some fun. But, before you head for the coast make sure that you are fully equipped to turn heads and enjoy your day. Believe it or not, you can buy pink…
While most sunny destinations have their share of historical background, with intricate old remains dotted here and elegant Cathedrals sprinkled there – few are as steeped in history as Cyprus. Cyprus has one of the oldest cultures in the Mediterranean with civilisation dating back some 9,000 years. With its history of Greek/Turkish occupation it offers a real culture clash experience with the island consisting of…
Performing regular jogging gives better physical condition and other health benefits. Jogging also gives physical and mental pleasure. THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF JOGGING Jogging on a regular basis give a distinct good effect upon the general health, provided it is not over-done. The effects are: * Jogging makes the heart stronger. It increases the capacity of the blood circulation and of the respiratory system. *…
For a long time we have been told to beware of the sun-rays and protect ourselves from the impact of sun rays upon our skin. The truth is probably not as bad and simple. Sunlight gives both benefits, and effects harm by exaggerated exposure. The effects of sunlight upon the skin are due to the ultra-violet light. These light rays are generally divided in three…
The ordinary kind of hair loss, called hereditary hair loss, can affect both men and women, but women are usually affected less than men. The condition is so common that it nearly can be regarded as a part of the normal aging process. SYMPTOMS OF HAIR LOSS The pattern of hair loss and baldness are different for men and women. On men special areas on…
Rosacea gives dilated blood vessels and inflammation in the skin. The skin is often also infected by bacteria. Most often the face is attacked and especially the convex surfaces of the face. Sometimes also the eyes or other body parts are affected. Rosacea may begin early, but distinct and serious symptoms usually develop as an individual gets older. WHAT SYMPTOMS ARE SEEN BY ROSACEA The…
Special areas in the pancreas gland, the Islets of Langerhans, produce a hormone called insulin. This hormone is a protein of small size. Insulin stimulates muscle cells and other body cells to take up glucose from the blood and convert the glucose to glycogen, a kind of starch, and then store the glycogen. By need the body cells convert the glycogen to glucose and use…