Summer is here bringing with it a welcomed increase in temperature. While you enjoy a day out by the pool or beach, you may be struck with the desire for a glass of icy cold water. This thirsty reminder should not be taken lightly as during the summer months a large percentage of adults can suffer from mild dehydration. That's why water consumption must be at the top of your … [Read more...] about Water………………Look and Feel Great!
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Cochifrito (Lamb with lemon and garlic)
Ingredients 875g lean boneless lamb, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 garlic cloves, crushed 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon mild paprika (pimenton dulce) 3 tablespoons lemon juice 4 tablespoons finely chopped flat leaf parsley, plus extra to garnish 100ml vegetable or chicken stock salt and pepper finely grated lemon rind, to … [Read more...] about Cochifrito (Lamb with lemon and garlic)
Enjoy the Sun Sensibly!
Adults just like babies need to protect their skin from the sun. Certain basic precautions should be taken so as to avoid being burned by excessive exposure. The locals have a routine when going to the beach and most will avoid exposure between noon and 4pm. However, when on holiday we tend to indulge as much as we can of the good weather. When the sun is at its peak, you can … [Read more...] about Enjoy the Sun Sensibly!
Healthy living – Tummy Trouble!
This can ruin a good holiday as anyone who's ever suffered from diarrhea can vouch for. Tummy upsets tend to be more common on foreign holidays given that the food and drink consumed will contain different bacteria than what our bodies are accustomed to. Diarrhea tends to occur when we inadvertently consume food or drink which is not properly prepared or contaminated. Poor … [Read more...] about Healthy living – Tummy Trouble!
Treatment of Jellyfish Stings!
Jellyfish are very common during the summer months along the Mediterranean coast. Therefore treatment of jellyfish stings is quite important. On contact with humans, they will deliver a sting which is described as similar to an electrical discharge. Some can be quite nasty and will be followed by a strong stinging sensation around the contact area and varying levels of … [Read more...] about Treatment of Jellyfish Stings!