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Asparagus, Fennel & Spinach Soup with Toasted Pepitas

This soup combines their flavours beautifully and is a unique affair that will linger hours after consumption. The crunchy pepitas, cheesy nutritional yeast flakes and fresh herbs on top offer a special little adornment that will heighten your joy factor while embellishing a lovely light lunch.

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Beauty Secrets From Around The Globe

Amid a booming beauty industry, age-old wisdom is often forgotten. We embark on a global odyssey through the enchanting tapestry of natural beauty rituals to uncover the very best beauty-enhancing secrets.

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Revamp your health and wellbeing with a new daily ritual

Elevate Your Daily Routine with Magnesium Supplements: Boost Energy, Reduce Stress, and Improve Sleep. Learn More!

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5 Herbs to fight fungi

Our personal and planetary ecosystems depend on fungi to flourish. However, when the mould monster takes over, it can pose a serious health hazard.

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Understanding the hidden dangers of mould

Mould, a common yet often underestimated household intruder, can have profound implications for your health and wellbeing. From the unsightly spots on the walls to the musty odours that permeate the air, mould signifies more than just a cosmetic concern. How bothered should you be by mould and how can you get rid of it?

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Oceans of minerals

Mining our ocean depths for minerals to power a clean energy economy is being touted as a more sustainable method than land-based mining. Yet there are also critics of the marine method, so what is the truth about deep-sea mining?

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