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How Xanthelasma Became My Wake-Up Call to Tackle High Cholesterol
How Xanthelasma (a skin mark around the eyes) became my wake-up call to tackle high cholesterol by addressing my alcohol intake and diet.
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Self-publishing tips and unresolved questions
These days, self-publishing a book is more accessible than ever, but finishing your manuscript is just the beginning. Based on my experience publishing "The Last Drop" on Amazon KDP and other platforms, here are some tips and unresolved questions:
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The Power of Patience: How Delayed Gratification Fuels a Richer Life
In an age of instant gratification, where everything from next-day delivery to endless streaming options is just a click away, the concept of delayed gratification can feel almost counter-intuitive.
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Butter: The Original Sin (Or Just Misunderstood?)
I enjoy butter but for years, it sat at the nutritional equivalent of the naughty table. We were told to ditch the dairy gold and switch to plastic tubs of oil-based spread – culinary creations that required more chemistry than cooking to produce.
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My Midlife Upgrade: Why I Swapped Breakfast for Better Balance with Intermittent Fasting (16:8)
My Midlife Upgrade: Why I Swapped Breakfast for Better Balance with Intermittent Fasting (16:8)
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Kurzgesagt Video - alcohol is amazing
Alcohol is Amazing The YouTube video, "Alcohol is AMAZING" by Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell, explores the profound paradox of alcohol: it is the most culturally ubiquitous recreational drug, yet also the most harmful substance on Earth. The video highlights that it kills more people annually than terrorism, wars, homicides, and car accidents combined, yet it remains central to countless social rituals and celebrations. The Perfect Social Lubricant Alcohol is a biological weapon
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How My Mind, Body and Soul Feel Without Alcohol: Shocked, but Thriving
For 30-years, alcohol was a regular part of my life. A glass of wine to unwind, cocktails with friends, a beer after work – it all felt...
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From Happy Hour to Nap Hour: The Sobering Truth About Alcohol Zapping Your Energy Levels
Alcohol is often associated with socialising, relaxation and celebration. But while a drink or two might seem harmless, regular or...
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From Buzzed to Baffled: A Brain Fog Story
Have you ever woken up after a night of drinking feeling mentally sluggish, forgetful, or like your thoughts are wrapped in cotton wool?...
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How Alcohol Disrupts Your Sleep: The Hidden Cost of a Nightcap
A glass of wine or a nightcap might seem like the perfect way to unwind before bed. After all, alcohol can make you feel drowsy and help...
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Sliding Doors: Taking a different path without alcohol
Have you ever paused to wonder how different your life might be if you had taken a different route to work, said yes instead of no, or missed a train by just a few seconds? This idea – that tiny, seemingly inconsequential moments can dramatically alter the course of our lives – is at the heart of the 'sliding doors' concept. Which path to take? What Are Sliding Doors Moments? The term originates from the 1998 film Sliding Doors. The movie follows two parallel storylines bas
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The Life-Changing Benefits of Giving Up the Booze
In a world where socialising often revolves around a glass of wine or a pint of beer, the idea of giving up alcohol can seem daunting. It was for me, especially after drinking it for 30 years.
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Mr. Procrastination
I suffer from procrastination. I didn’t really suffer from it when I was employed because I had deadlines placed upon me, which I didn’t...
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