Here is a collection of little health and beauty tips I have picked up along the way.

What is a facial and why is it important?

A facial cleans, exfoliates and nourishes the skin to promote clear, well-hydrated skin. A facial is the second most popular spa treatment after massage. It is sometimes called a "deep-cleansing facial" or a "deep-pore cleansing" facial because of extractions. Discover the 10 important reasons why you should have a facial treatment...
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Benefits of shaping the eyebrows

Shaping the eyebrows is a simple thing that can bring about big changes to a person's overall look. Whether you are young or old, high or low maintenance, taking the time to properly shape your eyebrows is well worth the effort. Eyebrows that have been gently arched visually lift and open the eye area. This can bring balance and proportion to the whole face. They say the eyes are the window to the soul. Eyebrows frame the eyes and draw attention to them.

Brow shaping for men
It's not just women who benefit from nicely shaped eyebrows. A little eyebrow grooming on a male can mean the difference between a scruffy looking guy and a well-groomed man. Sometimes just a little tidy up is all that is needed - nothing too drastic.

Health Tip: Brazil Nuts - a natural and tasty Selenium source

Brazil nuts are a very handy source of selenium, a mineral that most New Zealanders don't get enough of. New Zealand's soil contains low levels of selenium, this means that all produce grown in NZ soil tends to have low selenium levels raising some concerns about our selenium status, as selenium is essential for our good health.
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Health Tip: Drinking apple cider vinegar

Heard of drinking apple cider vinegar in the mornings? Apple cider vinegar, is one of the most popular alternative health remedies in use today. It has been used since ancient times as a remedy for many different ailments. Hippocrates is said to have used it as an antibiotic.
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Health Tip: Coconut oil

Coconut oil contributes to increased energy levels and provides immediate energy. It works as a protective antioxidant and improves digestion/nutrient absorption.
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Health Tip: Garlic

Healing properties and the health benefits of garlic in a nutshell: both raw garlic and a garlic extract called Kyolic have been found to dramatically increase the powers of the immune system's natural killer cells - the first line of defence against infectious disease and perhaps cancer.
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Health Tip: Probiotics for good gut bacteria!

You may not be able to feel it but your intestinal tract is teeming with intestinal flora - strains of bacteria that live inside your intestine. The relative amounts of good or bad intestinal flora can have profound implications on health. This microflora influences your genetic expression, your immune system, your weight and your risk of numerous chronic and acute diseases.
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