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A reduced DG SANTE is a good thing – here’s why

As the European Commission prepares for a new term beginning in November, a seismic shift in the distribution of power among its directorates-general looms large.

Is watermelon rind a natural Viagra?

Is watermelon rind a natural Viagra? Research suggests it's a great natural food for male sexual health. Start making watermelon foods and deserts for your loved one.

Coffee culture using themed ceramic cups

Finjal collection from Saudia airline to show Saudi Arabian coffee culture from 5 regions in Saudi Arabia

Is eating honeycomb good for you?

This review of existing studies on eating beeswax or honeycomb showed an antimicrobic effect of beeswax against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enterica, Candida albicans and Aspergillus niger: "these inhibitory effects are enhanced synergistically with other natural products such as honey or olive oil."

From Power-Ups to Snack Attacks: Exploring the Best Foods to Eat While Playing

Most gamers will struggle to find the time to game, let alone cook. This is why meal prepping will become your best friend when it comes to ensuring you have balanced dishes at the ready. 

Make Amba, an Indian mango relish

Immigrants from India and Iraq brought to Israel a taste for mangoes in savory contexts. The best-known one is amba, a sauce made with pickled mangoes. Stop in at any falafel or shwarma joint, and you'll see squeeze bottles lined up on the counter, containing tahini, ketchup and amba. Amba is dark yellow with turmeric, and runny. You won't want to wear a white shirt when you've drizzled amba over your nosh.

Are black olives safe to eat?

The store bought olives are often made with lye and other chemicals you might not want to eat.

Upgrade simple olives to fancy with this easy marinade

The price of your grocery bill does not need to suffer over the cost of olives. You can buy simple fermented olives from California...

Raw honey – unpasteurized health benefits

Here’s a little beauty secret from the bee kingdom: raw honey is a skincare superstar. Its antibacterial properties make it a champion for acne-prone skin, while its natural humectants keep your skin hydrated and glowing. Dab it on as a spot treatment, mix it into your DIY face masks, or just spread it on and let the magic happen. Cleopatra would be proud.

Saudi Arabia opens first alcohol shop in 70 years

We know that Muslims don't drink alcohol, and they choose mocktails instead, but Muslims aren't the only people who live in Muslim countries. In a bid to modernize and westernize Saudi Arabia the Kingdom is allowing the first alcohol shop to be open in 70 years.

Dubai hauls glaciers from Greenland for exotic ice and water drinks

Greenland glacier cut up for ice in Dubai. Green-icing at its best.

Dr. Bronner’s All-One magical, regeneratively-grown chocolate

Like a chip off the old chocolate block, the Dr. Bronners’ brand we know and adore for its biodegradable castile soap, is now in the chocolate business. And like other brands we love –– such as Nature’s Path –– is making a commitment to regenerative farming.

Wild About Wild Asparagus

I’m wild about asparagus. But I never expected to find wild asparagus growing close to - and even in - urban areas near home. But it does, and I’ve found it growing freely in parks and hillsides in the cooler hilly areas of Israel. Some have reported foraging wild asparagus even around Tel Aviv.

Houthis Red Sea rockets causing Yemen’s population to starve

Yemeni people who struggle to afford essential food items will be at a dire risk for starvation.

Electric battery materials, like lithium, entering our food chain

“A lot of people think the use of lithium-ion batteries is a good thing right now, but it is important to explore the effects that may be coming down the road."

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