A study recently published in the Journal of Food Chemical Toxicology has linked glyphosate, the main chemical found in RoundUp pesticide, with an increased risk of breast cancer.
This is especially disturbing because in the United States today, 90 percent...
Well-documented research clearly indicates that stress is linked to a number of highly serious medical conditions. Chronic stress weakens the immune system, makes us susceptible to depression and degrades our quality of life.
As if this was not enough,...
Hostess made an announcement this past weekend that their beloved Twinkies and other snack cakes would be back on store shelves starting July 15. The company noted via Yahoo News that, “based on the outpouring of nostalgia sparked by...
Many people truly want to eat healthy, organic meals, as the dangers of pesticides, growth hormones and chemical processing agents associated with commercial groceries are becoming more and more recognized.
However, a lot of us are discouraged by the notion...
The Cannabis plant and its products have been utilized for thousands of years, dating as far back as 6000 BC. This plant is easily cultivated and offers a long list of benefits.
Unfortunately, cannabis, or hemp as it is...
Movement is critical to a healthy, long and enjoyable life. The old saying, “if you don’t use it you will lose it,” is very true. When a body is set in motion, it stays vibrant and strong. When we...
Everyone loves being in love. However, a number of studies have found that being in love benefits both physical and mental health. These studies show that a happy relationship contributes greatly to a longer, happier life.
The Department of...
With summer officially here, thousands of farmers markets have opened across the nation. Each year, more and more are popping up, with the latest figures showing nearly 8,000. In 1994, there were just 1,744.
Going to the farmers market is...
Is there any scientific weight to the "five-second rule," which states that if you pick up food that you drop on the floor within five seconds, it is still safe to eat? Not really.
While it is true that...
For some reason, many people forgo fitness because they feel it takes a huge time commitment.
More and more, it is being proven that any amount of movement is beneficial to your overall health, especially if you are otherwise sedentary.
According...
