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We’ve all heard of mood rings, but how about a ring that you can use to control the mood and atmosphere of your home? The latest wave of products to hit the burgeoning tech market includes next-gen pieces of jewelry that can do just that. While jewelry has long been seen as a purely cosmetic accessory without any real practical function, products such as Ring Zero and other similar pieces of tech are doing their bit to change that perception. Using sensitive motion detectors that register gestures and movements in the hand, as well as wireless technology, these natty products can be configured to control a wide variety of everyday gadgets. Continue reading →

Battling a chronic illness? Very few foods are the cure-all for everything, but there are seven that many nutritionist’s swear by for healthy living: Lemons – a ton of vitamin C and anti-inflammatory properties. Broccoli – one medium stalk contains your daily vitamin K and vitamin C requirement. Dark chocolate – a couple of blocks a day can reduce blood pressure apparently! Potatoes – contains folate and vitamin A in the quantities you need daily. Salmon – an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids and almost 50% of your daily requirement for niacin. Walnuts – contain the most omega-3 fatty acids of all nuts. Avocados – can reduce cholesterol and have half the fibre and almost half the folate you need daily. Continue reading →