Are you a condiment lover? If so, you are not unlike millions of people who absolutely cannot enjoy a hamburger, sandwich or many other food items without adding a little something extra. Condiments may give flavor to food, but...
A study performed recently at UC Berkeley has discovered that insufficient sleep contributes to feelings of anxiety, especially in people who are already prone to excessive worry. The results of this study have led researchers to speculate that getting a...
Many parents struggle with getting their kids to eat their veggies, especially greens. You may have been one of those kids yourself! Did you ever try to sneak your vegetables to the dog or hide them in your napkin? In...
You've probably heard that red wine can be a very healthy drink option, but you most likely only heard about generic benefits of the antioxidants and resveratrol in red wine. But here's another MAJOR reason below why red wine in...
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the use of neonicotinoid pesticides, shortly after the European Union (EU) decided to ban them as a result of the devastating impact on honeybee populations. According to the Pesticide Action Network...
Today, almost 90 percent of United States employers offer some form of wellness incentive to their employees, according to Fidelity Investments and the National Business Group on Health. Starting in 2014, the Affordable Care Act will allow companies to offer...
If you frequently find yourself waking up wishing that you could stay in bed and escape the daily grind, consider incorporating  just a few actions that can transform your attitude and create a more enjoyable day. Even if it’s...
Members of the American Medical Association (AMA) met last week in Chicago and voted to consider obesity as a disease, despite opposition from the Council on Science and Public Health, an AMA advisory board. Yes, you heard right. Obesity...
Summer squash includes a number of squash varieties that are harvested when immature. At this point, the rind is edible. These squash are delicious and incredibly versatile; perfect for tossing in a salad or stir-fry.  Among summer squash varieties are...
Some people just love the slippery texture and rich taste of oysters. If you are one of them, you should know how healthy and environmentally friendly these little treats really are. These slippery mollusks have a lot going for...