Rawism or raw-foodism is defined as "a diet consisting of uncooked, unprocessed and often organic or wild foods." Proponents of rawism believe that consuming uncooked, unprocessed plant foods leads to a leaner body, clearer skin and higher energy, which, according to researches, is true (to some extent). An article on Full Circle identifies the benefits as those above, as well … [Read more...] about Rawism (Raw Food Diet)
Why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving has always been synonymous with roasted turkey. However, the first thanksgiving feast in 1621, turkey (cooked in any way) was not in the menu. Edward Winslow's account mentioned venison, fish and shellfish but not turkey. So where did this obsession with roasted turkey come from? Why do we always serve turkey during thanksgiving parties? An article … [Read more...] about Why do we eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
7 Types of Annoying Facebook Friends
Facebook - everyone has at least one account and it's a great way to keep in touch with friends who have moved to other countries, relatives who you don't see often, classmates, former officemates - basically everyone! Facebook users log into the website at least once a day - to update their status, to check their friends' status, to read messages - however, that is no longer … [Read more...] about 7 Types of Annoying Facebook Friends
Credit Card Traps to Watch Out For
As the Silly Season (meaning Christmas) approaches, you will most likely find yourself using that little plastic card more often than you would wish. There are Christmas cards to mail out, gifts and gift wrappers to buy, parties to prepare for, food to cook, tree to decorate ... the list just goes on and on and on. After Christmas, that's when you'll be inundated and tempted … [Read more...] about Credit Card Traps to Watch Out For
Presenting … the Pizza!
Mmmm .... Pizza! Unless you've been living under a rock for the past millennia, you should know what a pizza is. In case you've forgotten (how could you?), pizzas are those yummy oven-baked, flat delicacies usually topped with tomato sauce, cheese and various other toppings! Stereotypically eaten by men while watching a sporting match (usually football, baseball, basketball) on … [Read more...] about Presenting … the Pizza!