When most of us hear the word "marshmallow," we immediately think of the white, puffy, sugary confection traditionally roasted over a campfire. However, back in ancient times, the term "marshmallow" referred to the marshmallow plant, an herb with multifaceted...
The city of Berkeley, California is considering an ordinance that, if passed, may provide great relief to many people in need. Passed unanimously by the city council, the ordinance would provide medicinal marijuana to city residents with low income.
In...
While many big businesses and major food corporations tout that the GMO scare is nothing more than hype, more and more companies are looking to ban the use of these engineered ingredients from their shelves and products.
Whole Foods Market...
The craze of antibacterial hand sanitizers is so prevalent in America that it is rare to find a supermarket or department store nowadays that does not have at least one pump readily available on display. Many people also carry...
Since the beginning of time, women have had to cope with the effects of menopause. This time in a woman’s life not only signals an end to her fertility, but can also bring about numerous physical and emotional side...
We all need our alone time to unwind and reset our minds, right? However, for many of us, alone time usually means relaxing with some sort of distraction in hand, whether it be a cell phone, a tablet, a...
If you are from - or have traveled through - the American South, you are probably quite familiar with okra. Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is actually native to Northeastern Africa, though it now grows in many warm regions across the...
Considering how tiny they are, it might be surprising to learn just how powerful seeds like flax, chia and hemp are when it comes to supporting healthy cleansing.
Just through day-to-day living, all of us are exposed to toxins...
It is widely known that the key to a health-promoting diet is a variety of whole, nutritious foods. However, there are certain foods - and certain food combinations - that can greatly boost your wellness quotient if you incorporate...
A common issue that many people have but few like to discuss is body odor. Whether it is bad breath, stinky feet, or an all-over unsavory aroma, it can be quite embarrassing and uncomfortable.
In attempting to deal with this...
