Wednesday, May 11

Light meals linked to overeating

Maintaining a healthy body weight requires sticking to moderate meal proportions. It's easy, however, to deceive oneself into thinking it's okay to eat a few more bites. Research published online in the journal Appetite on January 15, 2022, provides an example. On two separate occasions, scientists served 37 people the same pasta salad. The dinner was described as "light" on one occasion and as "full" on another. People who ate the "light" lunch ate slightly more than those who ate the "filling" meal (and reported feeling less full). The findings suggest that assumptions about how full you'll feel after eating can influence your actual food consumption and that buying meals promoted as "light" to reduce weight should be approached with caution, according to the study's authors.

Netherlands

Food

Turkey's most beautiful islands

Turkey is home to some of the world's most divine islands, from a car-free archipelago just a short ferry ride from Istanbul, to the likes of Gökçeada, where olive groves are lapped by the clear waters of the Aegean Sea. Here are a few of the best Turkish islands.

The Princes’ Islands

The Princes' Islands, Turkey

Despite being just a short ferry ride from Istanbul, the Princes' Islands feel a world away from the Turkish capital. It’s an archipelago of nine that floats in the Sea of Marmara and quietly enthrals visitors with its slow pace of life. The islands are all car-free and known for their romantic horse-drawn carriages (phaetons), which enhance the feeling that you’ve been transported back in time. Explore streets scented with magnolias, mimosas, tangerines, and lemon trees, and lined with wooden country mansions dripping with wisteria. Büyükada, meaning “big island,” is the largest and farthest from Istanbul, making it great for a day trip. Here you can visit one of the superb local fish restaurants, stock up on supplies from the main bazaar, or rent bikes and head off to a shady picnic spot beneath the pines lining the coast. The islands of Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kınalıada or the smaller Sedef Adası, Yassıada, Sivriada, Kaşık Adası, and Tavşan Adası are all equally enchanting. Regular ferries depart from Istanbul – more specifically from Eminonu, Kabatas, Kadıköy, or Bostanci. After a day trip to the islands, head back to Loka Suites in Kadıköy for the night.

Turkey

Travel

Tuesday, May 10

Visit places that showcase the natural beauty of the earth.

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The best of the earth's natural beauty

Nature

For many of us, the earth’s awe-inspiring natural beauty is what makes us want to travel far and catch a glimpse of mother nature’s wonders. From colossal glaciers meandering down mountainsides to caves sculpted by lava, here are five places to see nature’s most captivating sights, plus convenient, sustainability-minded places to stay.

The Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland

The Giant’s Causeway is the stuff of myth and legend

The legend goes that Northern Ireland was once home to a giant named Finn McCool. Across the Irish Sea in Scotland lived another giant named Benandonner, who threatened Finn and Northern Ireland. Finn tore up chunks of the Antrim coastline and hurled them into the sea, creating the path known as the Giant’s Causeway.

While the folklore is interesting, the science behind the Causeway’s creation is even more so. Formed 60 million years ago during a period of high volcanic activity, these 40,000 interlocking basalt columns are the result of lava cooling into near-perfect hexagons. It is a lasting reminder of the earth’s power. To complement your folklore-rich trip, stay at Dromore House Historic Country House, a Georgian family home just a 20-minute drive from the Giant’s Causeway.

Iceland

Travel

This Summer Style-Up Your Lifestyle

When we think of summer we imagine beaches, cool fruity drinks, flowy dresses, and blooming flowers. The summer style has the liberty of being more creative and colourful than other seasons. This is why you should upgrade your wardrobe and lifestyle with a few newer but timeless summer styles. Unlike trends, the styles mentioned here don’t come and go and can be sustained for a long time. So, wave your coats and jackets goodbye and try summer lifestyle styles such as floral prints, braided hairstyles, and supple makeup.

White Clothes

White is the color of summer. Being a light color keeps you cool. Fashion-wise it can be styled to fit a minimalistic statement or a bold one based on the clothes that you choose. The classic tone in its simplicity creates the most elegant looks. The summer season of turmoil is complimented well by the peaceful white color.

It can be worn for formal and casual events. White monochromatic outfits are a very timeless look that can be worn during the season. The key to wearing a monochromatic outfit that doesn't look too bland is to mix and match the textures of the outfit.

A white airy summer dress can fit almost all occasions and should be a must-have in your closet. Linen and cotton white outfits can be chosen during the day for comfort.

Loose And Comfortable Garments

The hot weather of summer calls for dresses, skirts, rompers, tops, and shorts that are loose and free-flowing instead of tight clothes that feel uncomfortable. Lighter fabrics that float in the wind are exactly the vibe of summer clothing. Cotton, silk, lace, crochet, or chiffon are the perfect light materials for loose clothing.

Airy silhouettes allow the body to breathe while also being fun to style. You can wear bright colors, loose sleeves, or printed apparels that are loose and flowing to add an extra oomph to everyday summer style.

How To Style

Sunday, May 8

Night workers might benefit from daytime eating

If you work the night shift, eating during the day may be beneficial to your health. A small trial discovered that persons who worked night shifts for 14 days and also ate some meals at night saw an increase in blood sugar levels, potentially increasing their chance of developing diabetes, obesity, or heart disease.

HEALTH/FITNESS