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Internet-based
interventions are as effective as psychotherapies in treating depression
Internet-based interventions for depression are not only effective,
but also have a long-term positive impact on the patients, just like
active psychotherapies, according to the mental health researchers at
The Australian National University (ANU).
Cows contribute
to global warming!
This may sound a bit ridiculous, but cows are the UK’s largest
source of methane - a greenhouse gas, more potent than carbon dioxide.
New treatment
for acne scars
Acne is an inflammatory disease of the skin, which is commonly referred
to as pimples, spots or zits. It often leaves small scars in the skin,
which cannot be removed easily. Acne scars affects the look of a person
and is often too expensive to treat.
Researchers develop
a novel treatment for dementia
Dementia is the progressive decline of the cognitive function of the
brain, caused by aging or damage to the brain. With the increase in
life expectancy around the globe, the prevalence of dementia is steadily
increasing.
Fighting global
warming could benefit world economies
An oil company-sponsored report released yesterday, said that fighting
global warming would actually benefit the British economy by enhancing
its business potential and will not make it bankrupt, as widely believed.
Ovulation influences
women’s lifestyle
A study carried out by University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
and the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire, shows that ‘Ovulation’
influences a woman’s lifestyle to a large extent.
Facial bones affect
our looks more than the skin
Researchers from Stanford University have found that changes in the
facial bones and not the skin make us to look older and surgical face-lifts
can only offer a temporary solution, as they do not concentrate on the
facial bones underneath the skin.
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 Keeping
Chickens for Eggs
Keeping chickens to produce eggs is a good introduction to keeping animals,
or as a first step in becoming self sufficient. Chickens are relatively
cheap, and easy to look after, as well as hopefully providing you with
all the eggs you will need for your own consumption.
 Saving
Energy in The Home
Energy bills are expensive, but there are a few ways you can help reduce
these bills by being aware of how you can save energy around the home.
 How
To Get Clean Drinking Water
You might be asking yourself "How to get clean drinking water?"…I
know how, I just go to the tap and pour myself some. But it might surprise
you to find out that your water might not be as clean as you think it
is.
 How
To Build a Wormery
Wormeries are enclosed containers that use special worms to break down
organic matter. You can buy them or you can make your own as shown here.
 How
To Budget When You're a Student
For many students going to college or university will mean being away
from home for the first time, and being solely responsible for their
own budget. It can be very easy to get into a financial mess pretty
quickly if you don't know what you're doing or if you don't put a plan
of action for budgeting in place.
 How
Everyday Products Can Be Used In Different Ways
Some products that you will be familiar with can be used in odd and
fun ways to assist in tasks you would never have thought of. Here are
some ideas to give a spin!
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