When we think of castor oil, we imagine an old world remedy, force-fed to children, once upon a time by well-intentioned parents… yuck! While there are health benefits — and some nasty side effects — who knew there were...
We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but we don’t always treat it that way. For every healthy morning meal, there are countless unhealthy options. Pancakes, waffles and sickeningly sugary breakfast cereals are...
Resistance bands are often used to do similar exercises as free weights, and sometimes used in unique routines as well. Why choose a resistance band over free weights? It has many advantages for a great strength training workout —...
They’re red, spiky and look exactly like their name suggests. To most, this is about all dragon fruit is good for — a bit of a gawp as they walk past the exotic fruit aisle of the supermarket, shaking...
Did you know that basil has been used for years in traditional Asian and Indian medicine practices as a natural anti-inflammatory, antiviral antibiotic and diuretic? Who knew this herb could treat so many health issues! That’s just the beginning....
When you hear the word “smoking” your mind probably conjures up some of the graphic images you’ll see on cigarette packs. Tar-clogged air passages, horribly malformed lungs, rotting teeth… that kind of thing. They are scare tactics designed by...
The daily grind can do a number on your hands and nails. Not everyone has the time or money for a weekly salon visit, and even if we did, it’s unclear exactly what is in the products they use...
When you go to the supermarket, there are hundreds of snack options, yet the large majority are overly processed, high in fat, packed with sugar and devoid of any true nutritional value. Being an avid outdoor enthusiast, I often...
Despite all of the Western world's advances in medical research, one disorder that we still know relatively little about is chronic fatigue syndrome, commonly abbreviated as CFS. There are currently no proven triggers for CFS, and until only recently,...
You’ve probably heard about the benefits of yoga. Many believe it can improve flexibility and positively impact your emotional and psychological state, among other benefits. But yoga is not just a cookie-cutter activity, and you may feel you’re better...
