A recent study performed at the Columbia University Water Center states that fresh water supplies in the United States are becoming increasingly scarce, especially as the summers continue to grow hotter.
Columbia Water Center's director, Upmanu Lall, states, "all cities...
Black pepper is from the pepper plant, which is a vine that can grow up to 33 feet in humid tropical climates. Plants bear small white flowers after 3 or 4 years and develop berries which we know as...
Earlier this year, Aldi grocery stores in the United Kingdom discovered that beef products from two separate brands contained between 30 and 100 percent horsemeat.
The products were subsequently recalled, however, this incident - the latest among several such incidents...
Your child just aced a test, or won a big basketball game - sounds like a reason to celebrate! It couldn't hurt to treat a kid to an occasional soda or a bag of cookies on special occasions, right?
Wrong....
The startling but very real results of an investigation published in Independent Science News, confirms what many have thought for years, there is collusion between industry, government and scientists to downplay or even ignore the social and environmental origins...
This coconut oil thing is no fad, that is for sure. Coconut meat, milk, juice and oil have been used for thousands of years by people living in the tropics for food and medicinal purposes. Spanish explorers called this...
You probably already know it’s a bad idea to shop when you’re famished; everything starts to look good, and before you know it, your cart is filled with items that may not be the best for your health. This...
The human gut is an incredibly delicate environment, where all elements work together to maintain proper balance. A new study has revealed the immunological function of one protein within the gut, reinforcing how necessary a healthy gut is to...
There is a lot of talk about not getting enough iron; it’s essential for human life, and a key component of various proteins and enzymes. Iron is also involved in the transport of oxygen and the regulation of cell...
Greening up your shopping habits may take a little extra time than normal at first, but it pays off in the the end. Shopping green can save you money, help the environment, promote smaller businesses, reduce waste and foster...
