Many of us remember when going to the mall was the thing we did on the weekends. It was as much a social event as a shopping activity. Today we can shop anytime we want; a myriad of goods...
Remember sex ed class back in middle school? Depending on what school you attended, you may have been taught total abstinence, or scared off by horrific descriptions of sexually transmitted diseases, or maybe you were handed free condoms.
Unfortunately, what...
Cancer, diabetes, premature aging. It may be sweet to eat, but sugar is disastrous to our bodily systems. Studies show that sugar is a significant contributor to tooth decay, and new archeological evidence from Ancient Roman remains seems to...
We all love to give our pets lots of kisses and cuddles, but what if you end up with a nasty parasite or viral infection? Animals are unfortunately prone to a number of illnesses that can be passed to...
There are so many natural remedies available, it can seem like we need to be spending thousands of dollars on supplements and herbs. However, it's easy to keep things simple if you stick with these 14 basic remedies that...
With the new school year in full swing and the winter fast approaching, your kids may be bringing home more than just homework. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average elementary school student can...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the midst of a sea of pink merchandise, it’s easy to get caught up in the myths and fear associated with the disease. Breast cancer is a serious disease, leading to the...
Sanofi, a research and pharmaceutical company, issued a press release on October 28, recalling hundreds of thousands of epinephrine injectors that could potentially deliver an inaccurate dose or malfunction during use. These represent possibly fatal flaws for those...
Scientists and enthusiastic vegetarians are always on the look out for new meat substitutes. From scientific laboratory meat to delicious black bean burgers, veggie meat alternatives have become commonplace. However, fresh ideas are few and far between. But the...
We all have that friend — the yogi who fills her Instagram feed with gorgeous poses, the long-distance runner who’s always talking about his next big event, or the vegan with the goal of single-handedly converting everyone to his...
