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The local people call it Ghaap, Xhooba or Khoba. A flowering plant belonging to the Apocynaceae family, Hoodia Gordonii is found in the semi-deserts of Southern Africa. Though specific to the Namib Desert, Hoodia is found in the countries of Angola, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. It is a plant that grows to a height of 1 meter. Its large flower has a strong smell and has a tan or purple color. It is also called ‘Bushman’s Hat’ and ‘Queen of the Namib’.

The San Bushmen, the indigenous people of the Kalahari Desert, have known about this plant for ages. They … Continue Reading

Researches have concluded that vegetarians are less likely to develop heart condition, arterial hypertension or strokes, but they are not protected against them. The only thing that makes vegetarians ahead of the rest in circulatory problems in the fact that they do not eat fats almost at all. It is believed that vegetarians are also protected against cancer. This doesn’t mean that being a vegetarian does not impose any health risks. As we all know, a healthy diet is based on moderation, not on absence.

There are so many people today that have weight problems and search for a magical top … Continue Reading

3d models are widely used in many industries, including the health care industry. Have you ever paid attention to the images displayed in your doctor’s office? You just might notice several 3d images of human body parts in the form of chart. Medical professionals have adapted the use of 3d medical models in medicine because they encourage visual learning. Patients are able to also better understand the parts of their bodies being referenced by their doctor or other health professional.

Not only doctors benefit from the use of 3d models. A surgeon can use a 3d model when operating on the … Continue Reading