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The custom of Halloween

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The custom of Halloween

The custom of carving the pumpkin, is based on, an old Irish myth, the use of the miserable and the naughty Jack. The story tells us, that Jack and the devil met one night and were…

A mushroom called Ganoderma

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A mushroom called Ganoderma

Scientific name: Ganoderma lucidum Family: Ganodermataceae Ganoderma is a white basidiomycete, also called (Red Reishi). Ganoderma Lucidum is a red mushroom known as "the king of…

The constellation of Orion

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The constellation of Orion

We have all seen a large and symmetrical constellation, with three and three more stars, with the naked eye during the winter months from November to early spring, if we look at…

Makkas Winery

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Makkas Winery

LONDON – One of the world’s oldest wine making countries lies, not surprisingly, within the Mediterranean. Cyprus has been producing wine for over 5,500 years and is currently home…

Oregano essential oil in our lives

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Oregano essential oil in our lives

During the winter months the body is usually more vulnerable to viruses, colds and flu, so we must strengthen it even more. Only nutrition and vitamins are not enough. We also need…

Tribulus, the thorn we all know

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Tribulus, the thorn we all know

Scientific name: Tribulus Terrestris Family: Zygophyllaceae Trivoli, also known as Trioli or Trivolos, is an ancient thorny herb known to all, which grows in warm areas. The…