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The UAE government-owned Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) recently conducted sessions for children on food etiquette and how to pack prepare their own lunch boxes.

Brown with a rough, hairy coating, yams are ugly in the eyes of many. But in traditional Chinese medicine, it is an outstanding health food which can help reinforce energy and nourish blood. And now, from November to January, is the best time for yams.

Embrace cinnamon this season. It may be a common flavoring, but it has uncommon benefits.

Oh, what a wicked taste!

As well as fostering international understanding, global sporting events are increasingly turning into commercial highlights. Sport sells -- and with growing spectator numbers and jubilant celebrations, sponsors, events agencies and entire branches of industry are jumping on board.

And now for some helpful scientific advice: When that IRS agent comes to your office to conduct an audit, offer him a cup of coffee. And when you're sitting down to do your holiday shopping online, make sure you're cradling a large glass of iced tea.

The science of eating

Drinking alcohol associated with smaller brain volume

Study: Vitamin D reduces breast cancer risk

Coffee and chocolate are the key to long life