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AWAKEN
Things to do in Lisbon span pastel de nata pilgrimages, tram rides, Tagus River sails, and Sintra day trips. Craft a vivid itinerary with insider insights.
OCTOBER 13, 2025 | 20 mins
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BLOOM
A beef tallow face cream can support the skin barrier with fatty acids and vitamins. Learn benefits, risks, who should avoid it, and how to use it for hydrated, healthy skin.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 | 12 mins
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NOURISH
Medicine foods turn everyday meals into powerful tools for disease prevention, showing how food is medicine programs and practical tips improve health outcomes in just weeks.
October 26, 2025 | 8 mins
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On the Camino Portugues from Porto to Santiago, compare the central route and coastal route, learn distances and start points, and plan stages, rest days, and timing with confidence.
September 23, 2025 | 14 mins
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NEST
Turn a cluttered kitchen into a calm, functional space with the “kitchen simplified” method: smart cabinetry, streamlined appliances, and quick workflow tips.
OCTOBER 1, 2025 | 7 mins
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