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The human body needs carbohydrates. Carbs are broken down by the body to form glucose – the stuff our bodies run on. The problem comes in when some carbs are broken down much faster than others, injecting too much glucose into the bloodstream, messing with blood sugar levels and energy. That’s where GI (glycaemic index) comes in. It is the measurement of how fast certain carbs are broken down in the body – so a low GI diet, is one that avoids those ‘bad’ carbs that break down too fast, causing cravings, energy highs and lows, and weight fluctuations. (more…)

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Sport sunglasses are essential, not just for the sake of looking good and being trendy and stylish. Sport sunglasses have become a necessity when it comes to protecting our eyes from harsh UV rays. However, not all sport sunglasses are created equal, and sometimes you need to suck it up and dig deep into those pockets and pay for a quality product. (more…)

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Technology that seems more likely to be found in the living room is now making itself equally at home in the kitchen, as the Jenn-Air wall oven revolutionises the way cooking works. Taking the guesswork out of food preparation, this new oven provides the user with a glass touch screen and a cooking guide featuring over 50 settings. It seems that there’s really no excuse anymore for anyone to say that they don’t know how to cook. (more…)

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In this day and age, kids are surrounded by technology. Thankfully, some of it is educational and will teach them some basics like spelling and counting in a fun way. With the latest educational computers, kids can write, play interesting games and do loads of other activities that will keep them busy learning for hours. Plus, some of these kids laptops even come decorated as popular characters, like Disney’s Wall-E, or in a variety of cool colours, that make them more fun to interact with. (more…)

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Hair removal sometimes seems to be a full-time job – and an unpleasant one. There are those who find hair removal very painful, and those who experience discomfort from hair growing back, and then there are those who just hate how time-consuming hair removal can get. The process doesn’t have to be awful, though – as long as you find the best method for your lifestyle and learn how to use it properly. (more…)

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There is nothing like a long family road trip. It’s the stuff good memories are made of, but those memories can be a little marred by cramped sitting room, with luggage on laps, or of having to forgo long bicycle rides in the countryside because of a lack of space. With this in mind, it makes perfect sense to install a car roof rack. Car manufacturers have been incorporating roof racks into their models since the sixties and now all sorts of varieties are available for the everyday consumer. (more…)

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Moving from the cold winter months into spring, garden lovers might want to start preparing their lawns fairly soon so as to gear them toward absolute summer splendour. Right now lawns are struggling a bit and need some tending to. There are many things to incorporate into a lawn maintenance routine, from adding fertiliser to trimming edges, but an essential part of any lawn maintenance routine is scarifying or raking. (more…)

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People wear contact lenses for different reasons. Some lenses are used only once and are disposed of by the end of the day, and some need only to be replaced every month. There are multi-focal lenses for all-in-one vision correction, lenses for sufferers of astigmatism and even lenses that come in different colours for making a fashion statement. Everything begins with consulting an optician, who will then help you find the pair of contact lenses that’s right for you. The optician will also show you how to care for and use your contacts, but here are a few more helpful tips as a refresher. (more…)

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Berries are very popular these days. They are great for picnics, some are romantic like the strawberry, they taste great in smoothies and they are loved by health fanatics. Scientists from around the world are excited about their cancer-fighting properties and dieticians suggest you throw them on everything for good measure and good health. Instead of crash diets that tend to crash wellbeing, a handful of berries with your muesli in the morning could do you wonders. Quick and easy; naturally low on calories, fat, saturates and salts; high in vitamins C and don’t forget very yummy – no, berry yummy – the berry is the perfect summer fruit. (more…)

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Kids love toys to go crazy on, mainly ones that have wheels. Some of the latest ride-on toys are so well equipped and safe, that parents won’t have to worry about a thing while their little ones have fun. They look cool and will keep kids occupied for hours with their friends, keep their energy levels up, and get them out of the house and away from the TV for a while. The Riprider 360 trike scooter is one super cool example for the boys. In an electric blue colour it stands out from the rest. It’s got a 40cm big wheel in the front, ideal for going over those bumps and rugged terrain, and two little wheels at the back, adequate for speed. (more…)