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The Mosquito Geranium

The Mosquito Geranium

Citronella Geranium has a very unique characteristic - it repels mosquitoes.

Understanding UV Rays & The UV Index

Understanding UV Rays & The UV Index

The ultraviolet (UV) rays that come from the sun are classified into different wavelengths, UVA, UVB and UVC. The wavelengths of the UVC rays, which are 100 to 280 nanometres (nm) in length, are absorbed by the earth's atmosphere and do not concern us.

Native Havens

Native Havens

Few things give me more pleasure than waking up to bird song - the call of the tui, the clear notes of the bell bird and the chirping of many others that complete the early morning choir.

Skin Care and Sunburn - Healing Yourself Naturally

Skin Care and Sunburn - Healing Yourself Naturally

When our skin is overexposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays, it can cause our skin to burn.

Syphilis

Syphilis

Sexually transmitted diseases are rarely discussed. An advertising campaign Ministry of Health was an effective way to bring the awareness of these shocking complaints to the young public's attention.

For Better Digestion  - Add Amino Acid Foods

For Better Digestion - Add Amino Acid Foods

The more red meat you eat, the more you need a good amino acid balance. Although red meat does contain some amino acids, the digestive tract may not be in a clean enough state to adequately cope with the digestion and assimilation of the proteins in the meat meal.

Natural or treated Timber – What choices do we have?

Natural or treated Timber – What choices do we have?

We recently received a call on the BBE help-line from a family in the process of designing a healthy house.

Stressed Out?

Stressed Out?

I woke up this morning feeling stressed. The dream from last night filtered through, and I felt uneasy, unrested and with my heart pounding in my chest.

Zhineng Qigong

Zhineng Qigong

This is a Holistic and Energy Healing System. This is a wonderful way to improve your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health.