Graying hair is a natural part of the aging process - and nothing to be ashamed of. However, for some people, it happens much earlier than they would expect (or like). While genetics are often involved, sometimes, gray hairs...
We all know that stress is no fun, but in the midst of our frenzied lives, we may not take into consideration all of the areas of our lives that suffer when we are constantly stressed out.
While some...
The next time you really want to indulge in a piece of delectable chocolate, don't feel guilty - it's actually good for you! At least in moderate amounts anyway. While it may seem too good to be true, the...
A new study performed at the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center has found that the popular herb St. John's wort, usually taken to help alleviate depression, can have negative interactions with several types of prescription drugs, potentially leading to...
Seasonal eating is just what it sounds like, eating foods that are in season, which means you'll be enjoying the freshest ingredients, better food and supporting your local farmers too.
How seasonal eating supports local growers
Farmers say that one of...
When it comes to toothbrushes, it seems that some types are significantly safer than others in terms of bacterial growth.
A new study performed at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston compared solid-head power toothbrushes to...
If you are looking to add just one essential oil to your life, lavender is an excellent choice. Not only is the aroma sweet, herbal and inviting, this multifaceted oil has a wide array of uses. In fact, once...
In a recent commentary published in the Cell Press journal Trends in Molecular Medicine, David Gorski of Wayne State University School of Medicine and Steven Novella of Yale University stated that therapies which fall into the categories of complementary...
Coming up with an excuse not to workout is easy to do. When temperatures begin to dip and the sun goes down earlier and earlier, all you want to do is cuddle up in a blanket and stay indoors....
One of the main causes of fall allergies is ragweed - and with the increased effects of climate change, with higher average temperatures and higher levels of carbon dioxide, allergies may tend to hang on longer and be even...
