Sometimes it's the friendship you never expect that can end up saving your life. In the case of an orphaned elephant in South Africa, you'll never guess what bond did wonders for its well being. You've heard of bonds between cheetahs and dogs, cats and rabbits, and lions and bears, but what about elephants and 2014 well, you'll just have to read and see. Our story takes place on the Thula Thula Private Game Reserve, where a sick and depressed baby elephant needed a special friend to help nurse it back to health. Can you guess what furry friend stepped up big time to change this elephant's

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What do you think of when you think of grapefruits? Sourness, bitterness, squeezing your eyes shut and pursing your lips? You’re not alone, a quick straw poll as we put this article together revealed that most of us do think that (and pull the same faces as we relive a childhood spent being forced to eat grapefruit). But actually, also as part of collating all the information on this article, we bought a few different grapefruits and put them to the taste test. Aside from just the normal yellow fleshed grapefruits that used to be around, we found pink and even red versions that really are

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It is undeniable that animals are one of the most fascinating things about our beautiful planet. They can be big or small, ferocious or loving, and not-so-cute or downright adorable. Although some of these animals are so adorable they make our hearts melt, we forget that there is much more to them than a sweet face. These animals are deeply complex in their own ways which make them all the more fulfilling to look at. From flying marsupials to pygmy hippopotami, here are some incredible facts about the world's most adorable animals. We all want a fennec fox and you'll see why! Red Pandas Photo

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30. Peaches pintrest.com Peaches are rich in fiber and vitamin A. However, canned peaches and peach pit are harmful to your dog. Canned peach contains a high amount of sugar. They may also contain preservatives and xylitol, which are disastrous to your dog’s health. Additionally, the peach pit contains cyanide called amygdalin. Your dog’s throat may also be exposed to danger if he or she swallows a whole peach. It can stick in their throat. The serrated and rough surface can also irritate your dog’s intestines. 29. Persimmons pintrest.com Persimmon seeds are dangerous to your dog. While

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Our daily habits and routines contribute heavily to increasing our risk of diabetes. In today’s mass-produced consumerist society, we often find foods which are packed with processed sugars. Having the ability to identify certain food groups and products can dramatically decrease your cardiovascular risk, this means knowing both what to eat and what not to eat. Click next for the best foods to get to grips with, in order to keep your blood sugar in check. Continue Reading This Article Sweetened Breakfast Cereals Breakfast is arguably the most important meal of the day and it is imperative

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Vitamin D has come out of the shadow of calcium and become a new "it" micronutrient. Vitamin D plays an important role in brain development, bone, muscle and cardiovascular function, healthy lungs and respiratory tract, and keeping the immune system strong. It is essential for overall health. More and more researches also show that it may play a role in exercise ability, emotion and fertility. Unfortunately, about 42% of Americans are vitamin deficient, and older people, African Americans and Hispanics are at greater risk of defects. The Institute of Medicine recommends that adults

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Dogs It’s not for nothing that a dog is called a friend of man. She can learn to count, understand several hundred words and gestures, and do basic math exercises. With proper training, of course. Experts believe that the poodle has the most enviable intelligence among dogs. Cats Domestic cats have their own language. They have a well-developed memory. Even better than dogs. They are good at recognizing the intonation of the human voice. With the help of facial expressions and gaze, they can easily express their feelings and desires, which is not so common in the animal kingdom. Dolphins Each

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They say that curiosity killed the cat. Fortunately for these cats, they let their curiosity get the best of them but lived to tell the tale. What is it about cats that they continually find themselves in some really dumb situations? Just wait until you see the cat who discovered what a bee was! An Issue A Tissue Couldn't Fix Photo Credit: something_something1/Reddit Imagine hearing the distant cries of your cat, only to find him in this situation. That's exactly what happened to the owners of this cat. You can't even begin to guess how long this poor guy was sitting there, waiting for

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Humans have funny relationships with the animals they love. If a person acts like a jerk, you might write them off for good. But if a beloved pet acts up, you probably just laugh at their behavior and give them a treat anyway, right? The following animals are acting like total jerks, but we bet you're laughing at them regardless. It sure does pay to be cute! Just wait until you see the cat that totally photobombed his owners' wedding photos. Sabotaging Your BBQ The grill was just about ready to throw on the meat, and then the brats are nowhere to be found. The first reaction would be to blame

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If you want to exercise your muscles, you need to eat protein. But this is not always the case of "more is better". If you eat too much protein, you will start to store extra calories as fat; if you eat too little, you will not be able to promote muscle growth and recovery. " The proteins needed to build muscle vary, but it's usually recommended to weigh between 1.2 and 1.9 grams per kilogram, "said Heather mangieri, a sports nutritionist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. spread your protein intake over the course of the day, aiming for 20 to 30 grams of protein per meal,

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