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The surprisingly sophisticated diet of a medieval monk
14th-century recipes from a Benedictine monastery reveal a taste for rich, spicy food. Historian David Snowden, in his book Flans and Wine, has published recipes used by Benedictine monks in 14th-century England, revealing that those living in the abbey survived on far more than bread alone. The recipes, used by Benedictine monks from Evesham Abbey,… Read More ›
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38 Supernatural Metabolism Boosters You Need to Try
Use these metabolism boosters as a way to get a sluggish metabolism into gear, or to rev up an already healthy metabolism. If you’ve noticed that yours is a bit slow, it’s time to take action and not just write it off as bad luck or unfortunate genetics. Here are several ways to tip the… Read More ›
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9 Healing Foods for Every Ailment
Straight from your pantry-up energy, get glowing skin, sleep better and more. 1. Extra-virgin olive oil eases achy muscles. It’s rich in a component called oleocanthal that speeds muscle repair. In fact, research shows that consuming about 3½ Tbsp oil throughout the day is the anti-inflammatory equivalent of approximately 10% of the standard ibuprofen dose…. Read More ›