In 2015, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially designated processed meats as “carcinogenic to humans.” This finding was long overdue because scientists have known for decades about the dangers that sodium nitrite (a preservative added to deli cuts, cured...
The mystic wonders of coconut oil are vast and plenty. Here at The Alternative Daily, we love it for everything from its ability to boost the body’s metabolism and help ward off early signs of Alzheimer’s — and we’re...
At first glance, you might wonder why in the world anyone would need to work on their breathing. Isn’t breathing something you do without thinking anyway? Of all the things you could spend your time on, why would you...
There are 60 different muscles in your face, all of which, respond well to firming and toning exercises. Facial exercises or facial “yoga” can rejuvenate the aging face, apparently by encouraging underlying muscle growth. So, if your jowls are...
Growing up, we had milk in the house — but, my mom couldn’t drink cow’s milk, so we also often had a variety of non-dairy options. Cashew milk was the most common staple found in our fridge, but there’s...
Over the years, my beauty routine has become simpler and simpler.
I rarely wear makeup these days, and when I do, I am much more conscious about what I put on my skin (the days of cheap concealers and questionable...
I once looked after an adorable American Bull Terrier named Zach. He was a rescue dog who had been maltreated in the past, but he was adopted by a wonderful new owner who gave him a good home and...
We all feel overwhelmed from time to time. Between our jobs, relationships and health, it can be tough to stop, slow down and reflect.
Being both a writer and business owner, I can relate — the struggle is real! However,...
The vacant lot that we would ultimately turn into a vibrant community garden was overgrown with grass — grass that was taller than we were. We had to use machetes to cut it down, then we let the grass...
In 2000, an 800-pound, 14-foot alligator was found sunning himself on a boat dock in Lake Talquin, Florida by a trapper. His size prompted state wildlife authorities to deem him a nuisance, and they ordered him to be euthanized...
