Humpback whales sing; honeybees buzz; even trained dogs can croon (check out the 93,000 YouTube segments of would-be-Pavarotti pooches). Music expresses complex emotions, impresses brain function and just plain makes us all happier and smarter - particularly if you...
Western doctors have long been baffled about the effectiveness of traditional Chinese medicine. Although Chinese medicine practices have been used for millennia, Western doctors have placed little value on them until recently. However, with more attention being paid to...
If you have experienced changes in your regular bowel habits, thyroid problems may be the culprit. Thyroid problems are one of the most common problems that impact metabolism. The thyroid is a butterfly shaped organ that is located in...
Walk down the aisles of a natural food store and you'll find a variety of organic foods, many of which are healthy whole foods, such as organic fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, dairy products, nuts, and seeds.
Unfortunately, the organic inventory...
You may not be able to sell your kidney stone for $15,000, like Gene Simmons of Kiss did on eBay! But, if you're diagnosed with these painful pebbles, you'll join the ranks of millions of other kidneystoners, including Billy...
For some women, going through menopause early may be both a blessing and a curse. Women who cease to have their menstrual cycle before the age of 46 are classified as having early onset menopause. However, since women of...
Even though you'd like to eat at home most nights (it's smart economics), figuring out how to get a tasty, nutritious plate on the table can be tough. So, if it seems like the only way you get really...
Genetically modified corn is the most common form of conventionally grown corn in the world. However, a recently published study from the University of Verona examined the effects of corn modified with the pesticide Roundup. The findings are both...
Recent research out of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor reveals that just the smell of chocolate can send brain chemicals into a frenzy that trigger an irresistible urge to gorge yourself on the sweet candy. Neurochemicals control our...
Most people know that high blood sugar can lead to diabetes. Diabetes affects almost every system in the body, including the kidneys, heart and eyes. However, many people with the health condition may not understand how diabetes can impact...
