Republicans and Democrats may have just found common ground in the least likely of places: labeling regulations for food containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs). On June 23, members of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry announced they...
We are all created equal, right? Unless of course you are overweight. In this age of extreme political correctness, fat shaming has become the last form of accepted prejudice. Since obesity affects all people, no matter what race, religion...
Rich, luscious chocolate is one of the most-craved foods in America, and for good reason. It's delicious, it's decadent and it seems to make many people feel better. What's not to love?
Well, many chocolates on the market, such as...
Lionfish are native to reefs and rocky areas in the Indian and Pacific oceans, but can now be found pretty much anywhere there is warm water. Â These exotic-looking and venomous spiked fish are quickly growing invasive populations most abundantly...
Citizens of the United Kingdom have spoken. They voted to Leave.
The vote isn’t universal. English citizens were the most keen to bid the EU farewell at 53.2 percent. The Scottish were decidedly more pro-Europe, with only 38 percent of...
Bug bites are an inevitable part of summer. And let’s face it, for many of us, our arms, legs, neck and ankles are a veritable smorgasbord for those biting pests. Bumps and itchiness that accompany bites develop from an...
We all know that youth is a time of experimentation, but youthful rebellion shouldn’t result in permanent damage to a child’s mental and physical health. If marijuana legalization leads to easier access, opponents argue, increased use among the young...
For people, the Fourth of July means picnics, cookouts, fun in the sun and an evening watching magnificent fireworks displays. For pets, the Fourth after sundown is often a night of sheer terror. They don’t understand the concept of...
Environmentalists are congratulating China after its government outlined a plan to reduce citizens' consumption of meat by 50 percent. But vegetarians and meat eaters have long fought it out over whether a meat-free or meat-limited diet is actually better...
In recent years, the humble coconut has skyrocketed from its lazy days as a poolside beverage infuser or curry improver to a leading superfood in the alternative health industry. Most people interested in natural health have a jar of...
