Start talking about microwave safety amongst mixed company and you are sure to spark up a "heated" debate. Some might warn you that even getting within two feet of a running microwave will harm you, while others will tell...
Deciding to go gluten-free is a lifestyle change that can make you feel worlds better if you are sensitive to gluten. Unfortunately, it may make eating out at restaurants more tricky. However, there are several things you can do...
Sinking your feet into a luxurious, thick carpet is a wonderful feeling. However, you may not savor this sensation nearly as much if you knew how much bacteria might be breeding just below your feet. An independent study of carpets across...
If you're looking for new veggies to liven up your meals, heart of palm is definitely a top candidate. Hailing from the inner part of various palm trees, most commonly the cabbage palm, heart of palm has a mild,...
A shipment of GM soybeans reportedly hailing from the United States has recently been refused entry into Sudan. This is not the first time that Sudanese authorities have barred the import of GMOs into the country; it has a history...
A recent study out of Technische Universität München in Germany found that internal, unconscious motivation can significantly improve performance. Researchers found that willpower alone is not enough when it comes to rising to a difficult challenge as the reserves of...
Commercials for both prescription and over-the-counter drugs are so prevalent on the airwaves that you don't have to wait very long to find one once you turn on the television. In fact, a 2012 study published in the medical journal...
The battle rages on between the deep pockets of agribusiness and the resilience and growing numbers of those against the genetic alteration of our food. In a desperate attempt to stop the spread of anti-GMO laws in Hawaii, DuPont,...
Especially in colder climates, many people tend to keep their windows and doors tightly shut in the wintertime. While this may keep the heat in, it also contributes to stuffy, dry indoor environments. It can also trap dust and...
You brush, floss and rinse daily, try to limit sweetened beverages and sugary candies in an effort to avoid cavities. But have you ever considered probiotics to combat tooth decay? Turns out this could be the ticket to eliminating...