Hopping to the island of Menorca
We took a quick and easy flight to Menorca with an offsetting airline, first visit there since 2000 and first flight since our trip to Greece in the autumn before COVID…
Anyway, we half-planned a lazy week of traditional sun, sea, and sand, and maybe some sangria. Temperatures were high – well into the 30s – the sky was blue and clear every day and at dusk full of Common Swifts, and at least one or two Alpine Swifts as well as quartering Booted Eagles.
Swallowtail nectaring on Lantana camara
We spent some time by the pool, but the town of Cala’n Porter which overlooks a beautiful bay and is backed...
Source: David Bradley Sciencebase - Songs, Snaps, Science - August 29, 2023 Category: Science Authors: David Bradley Tags: Birds Lepidoptera Photography Source Type: blogs
10 Ways to Beat Insomnia and Get Better Sleep
Two-and-a-half years ago, I experienced a terrible case of insomnia. I took the sleeping drug Lunesta (eszopiclone), which afforded me a few wonderful nights’ sleep until I realized it substantially increased my anxiety during the day. Within a week on the drug, I became addicted, experiencing more and more withdrawal (anxiety) symptoms. Other sleep aids had the same effect — even over-the counter medications like Benadryl (diphenhydramine). So I was forced to figure out how to get my sleep back on track naturally.
I asked anyone I knew who had ever suffered from sleep problems for tips on catching some quality Z...
Source: World of Psychology - January 23, 2017 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Therese J. Borchard Tags: Alternative and Nutritional Supplements Bipolar Depression Mindfulness Sleep Spirituality Chronic Insomnia Circadian Rhythm Melatonin Mood Disorder Sleep Aid Sleep Disorder sleep supplements Source Type: blogs
Why does Arrojo ReFinish Dry Shampoo feel so different?
Georgia’s questions…After reading about Arrojo Dry Shampoo on Refinery29 I gave it a try and was pleasantly surprised to find that it feels COMPLETELY different than the Tresemme product that I had been using. I thought all these dry sprays were just oil absorbing powders – why’s this one so different?
The Beauty Brains reply:
The product Georgia is referring to is Arrojo ReFinish Dry shampoo.
Inside versus outside
It’s not surprising that you think this product feels different than Tresemme’s Fresh Start Dry Shampoo. That product (as well as most others on the market) are based on starc...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - August 27, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: thebeautybrains Tags: Questions Source Type: blogs
Passionflower : Alternative Medicine for Anxiety
This article describes the benefits of using passionflower for anxiety. While it is not for everyone, this herb can help battle the unwanted symptoms of anxiety.Contributor: Lauren LundryPublished: May 15, 2013 (Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content)
Source: Most Recent Health Wellness - Associated Content - May 16, 2013 Category: Other Conditions Source Type: blogs
How does Garnier’s Olia oil powered hair color work?
Lisa asks…The website for Garnier’s Olia is pretty amazing because it says this hair color is powered by natural flower oils instead of nasty ammonia. How does this product work and is it really better than Clairol or any other at home color kit?
The Beauty Brains reply:
Taken at face value, Garnier’s Olia sounds like a breakthrough new hair coloring treatment. Let’s look at some of their claims.
Olia claims
Unlike traditional haircolor, Oila uses an exclusive 60% oil blend, with natural flower oils, in the colorant.
The unique oil-based formula maximizes the coloring process to achieve permanent c...
Source: thebeautybrains.com - April 11, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: thebeautybrains Tags: Questions Source Type: blogs
