Sugar is fine for you in small amounts, but too much can lead to weight gain, acne, type 2 diabetes, and can increase your risk of several serious medical conditions. From marinara sauce to peanut butter, added sugar can be found in even the most unexpected products. Many people rely on quick, processed foods for meals and snacks.… Read More »
Proverbs are usually concise phrases that give advice or state a truism. Proverbs can sound deep and wise, but it is the cultural context of proverbs that lend them meaning. Without context, these proverbs must be interpreted in light of your own personal experience. Proverbs have been part of human culture for thousands of years. Some of those from China, Africa, and… Read More »
In 399 B.C.E., Socrates was executed by the Athenian court oncharges of impiety and corrupting the youth. The controversial decisionlingers atop the great legacy of Athens, a city praised for its intellectual andpolitical liberty. However, the reasons behind Socrates’ execution are themselves questionable. Firstly, the charge of impiety is a vague accusationwhich would have been unlikely to produce… Read More »
A pumice stone is formed when lava and water mix together. It’s a light-yet-abrasive stone used to remove dry, dead skin. A pumice stone can also soften your calluses and corns to reduce pain from friction. You can use this stone daily, but it’s important to know how to properly use it. If you’re not careful, you can remove too much skin,… Read More »
Teenagers and their parents can sometimes feel like they’re from different planets. With so many expectations and desires from both sides, getting along can seem near impossible. The good news is, almost everyone has experienced this at some point, and this article is going to try and address some of these issues. Arguments are a natural part of… Read More »
Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the inside lining of your stomach and the upper portion of your small intestine. The most common symptom of a peptic ulcer is stomach pain. Peptic ulcers include: The most common causes of peptic ulcers are infection with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory… Read More »
The dairy industry would have us believe that cows live happy lives; that they spend their days basking in the sunshine and roaming around in the grass with their young. But the reality is a different, far darker story. All cows within the dairy industry – no matter how they are raised – will be forcibly impregnated, separated… Read More »
Respected Hakeem Sahab. I used to teach in a school 6 years back. I told one of my students about the amal of Surah Kausar on the phone. After few days I asked her about the benefits she experienced. She said everything in my house is running well. I asked her to never give it up. Before last… Read More »
Pakistan is among the few countries in the world where slavery in the form of bonded labour exists even in the 21st century. A slavery index report, released by Walk Free Foundation in October 2013, placed Pakistan on top of the countries where slavery, including bonded and forced labour practices, are rampant. One can contest the ranking accorded… Read More »
Pulse diagnosis is based on another microsystem with internal organs represented on the wrists. Once the Chinese doctor has questioned the patient and looked at the tongue, it is time for pulse diagnosis. The patient stretches out his wrists or lays them on a small oblong rice cushion on the table. The doctor will use three fingers to take… Read More »