Just as with human beings, it’s usually better for dogs to consume fresh ingredients as opposed to food that’s far more processed. However, also as with human beings, eating healthy can get expensive, which is why home-cooked meals and snacks are so helpful. Making your own natural dog food can be a challenge, but if…
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With this summer’s temperatures hitting unfortunate new highs, your dogs may be hoping for other treats besides what they get regularly. That’s right—I’m talking about frozen Manuka honey dog treats to help your dog cool down from the rampant summer heat. Luckily, for those of us who are no Martha Stewart, this particular recipe is…
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While New Zealand is often seen at the top of most Americans’ vacation bucket lists, it turns out that a majority of Chinese citizens and vacation seekers also have dreams of seeing the close neighbor of the Land Down Under. According to research from the hotel booking website Hotels.com, New Zealand ranks near the very…
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For those who have never heard this, the medical name for the flu originates from an Italian phrase, which reads “influenza di freddo” or “the influence of the cold.” The flu distinguishes itself from common colds, which usually develop slowly while the flu affects individuals very suddenly. The common illness is the result of a…
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While a combination of Manuka honey, garlic, and soy sauce may not seem especially appetizing at first glance, it’s in fact one of the best ways to flavor up beef, making for one of the best wraps you can find outside of a restaurant. If you want to try out these garlic Manuka honey beef…
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For those who consider themselves “dog people,” there are probably fewer things better than seeing your furry companion happy and healthy. Unfortunately, not everything that makes your dog happy is considered healthy. This can make finding healthy treats your dog actually likes hard to come by. When this happens, you can try making your dog…
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According to cosmetics and fragrance entrepreneur Amanda Connock, she started learning of little-known beauty ingredients in her home of Hampshire, England, roughly when many of us were learning the complexities of tying shoelaces. Several decades later, Connock currently runs a fast-growing skincare and fragrance brand called Connock London, selling with Fortnum and Mason while developing…
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There are those who would say Debbie Matenopoulos, a staple of the Hallmark Channel, is a contemporary renaissance woman. As the host of a morning show called Home & Family, a four-time nominee for the Emmys, a bestselling cookbook writer, a spouse, and the mother of a three-year-old, Alexandra, Matenopoulos, 43, certainly has her hands…
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There is plenty of talk going around about what Manuka honey can offer for people, but we aren’t the only ones who can benefit from the fairly recently discovered powerhouse honey. From the smallest of our pets to the wildest of animals, Manuka honey can be very effective, which one very lucky hedgehog can attest…
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We’ve all been there—your skin breaks out so badly that the (seemingly) only viable solution left for you is going out your front door with a bag over your head. However, what do you when your job requires you in the spotlight, where everyone spends way too much time looking for flaws and then spending…
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Back in March of this year, the Australian Manuka Honey Association (AMHA) was awarded a grant from the country’s federal government to expand its place in the international market for the novelty honey. Now, the AMHA has received even more support—this time from heavyweights in the country’s honey industry. Specifically, the Australian Honeybee Industry Council recently…
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For anyone who has owned a dog long enough, you know that taking care of just one, let alone several, is not the easiest task, especially when it comes to paying for their expenses. From shots, training, vet bills, dog food, to something as small as dog treats, the costs can seem overwhelming at even…
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With the Manuka honey rush going strong to this day, especially in New Zealand, the organization Manuka Farming New Zealand (MFNZ) began offering free seedlings to local farmers and landowners as a way of providing honeybees with the plants needed to produce more of the incredibly popular honey. However, the MFNZ never expected the turnout…
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While it may be too hot for comfort up here in the U.S., the bottom half of the world is facing the opposite—winter, and as we all know from our own experiences, it’s easy to lose motivation to get out and be active when the temperatures start dropping. However, all it takes is a change…
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For most people, their busy work and personal lives prevent them from taking part in hobbies and activities they enjoy in their free time. This can especially be the case for those who love baking but never seem to have the time for it, opting instead for whatever the nearest grocery store has to offer.…
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Summer is here, and we all know what that means—time for parks, pools, hikes, beaches, and a dozen other activities in the great outdoors and that big hot sun. While taking advantage of the sunshine is among of the greatest aspects of summer, those strong UV rays are definitely not one of those aspects (no…
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After rising to fame as a star of the reality show Big Brother in 2014, Aisha Jade, now a fashion designer, has kept up a physique that would make many out in the world envious, as she often does via social media. Jade, who is originally from New Zealand, recently revealed how she approaches fitness…
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As with children, dogs can be expensive members of the family, and it can be hard to give them the best care and attention they need. As a way of providing a little bit of a reprieve, why not consider making your own dog treats as opposed to spending your paycheck on overpriced stuff from…
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Roger Pearce, who works as a farmer in New Zealand’s Taranaki hill country, planned to retire his land to the South Taranaki and Regional Erosion Support Scheme (STRESS). However, upon further inspection, it was revealed that the retired land actually had great potential for the beef and sheep farmer’s future, and part of this included…
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While everyone is familiar with charcoal, whether as a water filter or for an art class, there is a different class of charcoal that is actually helpful in more ways than one—activated charcoal. This type of charcoal is made differently, being pure and intended for medicinal and food-grade use. Also, more oxygen is added during…
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Since 1917, the United Kingdom has had the PDSA, the country’s most prominent vet charity, which provides low-cost and free treatment for pets who are in need. As part its goals to help as many animals as possible receive the care they deserve, the PDSA also offers first aid courses for owners to learn regarding…
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There’s nothing better than discovering multi-step beauty routines that work—as well as finding out just what works for your unique complexion. Finding a beauty regimen that perfectly works for you is an ongoing practice, which is why it’s best to be on the lookout for improvements and to consider the healthy outlooks of individuals whose…
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Whether it’s gelato or ice cream, nothing beats a cool, frozen treat on a hot summer day, except maybe the fresh kind made with your own two hands—even better than that is using Manuka honey to do it! While you will need an ice cream maker for this recipe (hand-crank or electric—the choice is yours),…
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Recently, a critically acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter by the name of Brigid O’Neill sat down to discuss what it is that keeps her going as her career continues to take off. Playing with influences of bluegrass, country rock, and a little bit of jazz, O’Neill’s newest album, “Touchstone,” has received considerable praise from critics, some of…
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While most people either don’t work with animals directly or only have typical family pets, it’s likely not hard to get people to care or feel concern when they hear about attacks against animals, especially when the victim is a prey animal most would consider cute and harmless. Admittedly, not every story ends with the…
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Anyone who loves watching the most recent Marvel superhero movies likely knows of the directing power of brothers Joe and Anthony Russo. There’s just something special about siblings coming together to create something wonderful that they possibly couldn’t have done the same way alone, and fortunately there’s more than one story out there featuring powerhouse…
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While it may take some time before a new town starts to feel like home for a lot of people, singer and actress Brittany Campbell seems to have no problem with it whatsoever. Originally from Brooklyn, Campbell, 28, came to Chicago in the fall of 2017, and she quickly discovered what it was about the…
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Regardless of where you live these days, there is more than likely some sort of dog walking area or dog park. Cities are trying to provide areas where citizens can walk their pets, socialize, as well as keeping the “waste” problem under control. However, with congestion often comes problems. In this case, dog bites can…
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Given where the United States lies geographically, most if not all of us understand the issue of sweat once the summer heat rolls in. No matter how many lakes, rivers, pools, or oceans we jump into or how much deodorant we buy, we’re often stuck in a sweat fest for at least half the…
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Everyone wants to know what is really going on with Manuka honey. We see various claims countered by government regulations, but the Australian Manuka Honey Association hopes to help clarify things with the help of a grant they have just been awarded. While United States organizations are a bit skeptical, the Australian government is kicking…
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There is nothing like a celebrity to create awareness of a healthy product and the fact that Meghan Markle, who is due to marry Prince Harry this April, loves Manuka honey will surely create an influx of Manaka honey users. Meghan will no doubt have some challenges with her diet, as the Royals are known…
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Every pet owner is familiar with having something tasty on their plate and soon after having their pet close by begging for some crumbs to hit the floor. With Manuka honey having so many healthy benefits, it is normal to think we should be able to feed it to our pets… but you would be…
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In a perfect world, all honey would be nutritious and healthy, but that is hardly the case. There is a big difference in using the pasteurized honey that comes in the funny little bear on the shelves and raw honey, such as the Manuka honey products offered here. Unlike pasteurized honey, there are some rather…
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Just when it seemed like the Manuka honey beekeepers were going to fight the Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) tooth and nail of the definition of Manuka honey, the MPI backed down redefining the liquid gold, so beekeepers backed off and dropped the pending suit. Initially, the MPI was trying to define monofloral or multifloral…
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Brittle… a time-honored favorite. And these brittle biscuits combine one of our favorite nuts with the delicious taste of Blue Borage honey, the perfect substitute for regular honey when you are cooking. This particular recipe also incorporates caramelizing the sugars to give the cookie a very unique appearance compared to regular cookies (think crème brulee).…
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As with all creatures, dogs can develop various types of phobias and fears with many different causes, such as no early socialization, negative experiences, or genetics. A dog’s phobias and fears could cause to them to cower, tremble, drool, bark, act on destructive behavior, or even become aggressive. To be sure you know what to…
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If you love the consistency of English muffins, you will definitely love this English muffin bread! Made just like the best homemade breads out there, it doesn’t matter if you have been baking for years or are just getting your feet wet—this bread is one for the books and easy to make. All you need…
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Recently, honey producers from the Australian island state of Tasmania have claimed they’ve found proof that Manuka honey had actually been produced in Tasmania long before its neighboring country New Zealand did so. Even more so, they intend to fight their Kiwi neighbors if they continue claiming right over the honey’s iconic name. As most…
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Ready to really test your baking skills? Then, you need to try out this recipe for Russian Manuka honey layer cake! The steps are many, and the challenge great, but the reward will be unlike anything you’ve accomplished previously as a baker—and it will be amazingly delicious to boot. So, let’s get started! Ingredients for…
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For anyone who both has children and loves dogs, there’s likely always a question brewing about the breed that would be perfect for your family. No one answer exists, and any dog can theoretically be great with kids. You can continually speculate about the right dog breed, but, like every human being, individual dogs are…
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