Can you tell the difference between a healthy food and an unhealthy food? In some instances, it is obvious. In others, it may be more difficult to tell. Most people and health professionals agree on the obvious examples. We all pretty...
Recent years have seen a steady increase in claims, both from the mainstream media and scientific literature, about a growing presence of estrogenic compounds in both our tap water and waterways. After hearing about these claims, you’ve probably wondered...
I've lived in many different types of places, and it's taught me a lot about what matters in a home. For over a decade I lived in shared housing, which meant that my bedroom was my place of rest,...
Trophy hunting represents one of the biggest ethical divides in our society: the division between those who empathize with animals and those who take pleasure in killing them. Safari Club convention Recently the American Humane Society brought a concealed camera into...
Street lights are a necessity in our modern world. We need to be able to see when driving and walking at night, after all. However, one new type of street light being installed in cities across the United States...
I’ve fallen in love. And, strange as it might sound, the object of my desire is none other than a bottle of fermented apples. And I wouldn’t be the only one out there to fall head over heels for...
With less than 60 individuals left, the vaquita is the world’s rarest marine mammal. Researchers believe the species could be extinct within the next five years. Vaquitas are like miniature dolphins, generally growing roughly four feet in length. A...
If you're an avid survival enthusiast, you're probably no stranger to the great outdoors. Perhaps you have mastered the art of boiling your own water, or can properly tie your pack up in a tree, so that bears are...
Rosemary is a popular addition to many skin care products for good reason. It's a fragrant herb that's related to mint, and its essential oil contains valuable therapeutic properties that are widely recognized. Researchers at the University of California, San...
These brownies are not only dark, rich and delicious, but they’re also healthier thanks to the addition of coconut flour and coconut oil. While brownies may not be a cure-all for hypothyroidism, you can certainly give your sluggish thyroid...