COVID-19 Lockdowns Brought Stillness to Planet Earth like Never Recorded in History Before
It is probably not every day, if at all, that you think of the noise generated by human activity on planet earth. But, between March and May 2020, during the most extensive COVID-19 lockdown yet, vibration on planet earth generated by humans was down an average of 50%. What exactly does this mean, and is it a good thing?...
The # 1 Mistake You are Probably Making in Your Kitchen
The kitchen is truly the heart of your home. It’s where family and friends gather for coffee, conversation, and cooking great meals. But when this dirty little secret gets out, your hub will quickly turn from light and airy to dreary and stale. And worse, you’re inviting more than just house guests into your kitchen — you’re inviting potentially...
These Easy Tricks Can Help Increase Your Natural Antibodies
When foreign infectious pathogens like bacteria and viruses enter the body, your immune system produces antibodies to protect. So, the stronger your immune system is, the quicker it can produce antibodies. But for this to happen, you’ll need to incorporate some fairly easy “tricks” into your daily diet and routine — particularly during a time when coronavirus cases in...
Can’t Stop Overeating? It May be Time to Change How You Think of Food
The reason you’re overeating has nothing to do with food. When it comes to overeating, there is so much more going on beneath the surface. Like drug addiction, overeating can become addictive and stem from genetics, cultural influences, and mental health. If your relationship with food is taking you down a road you don’t want to take; then it’s...
Does it Really Matter if I Get Organic Butter or Not?
Butter has been around for about 9000 years. A happy accident that quickly became a staple in most people’s homes. What was once a somewhat tedious job for the farmer’s wife has been industrialized by dairy producers, who have perfected the science of making creamy butter by the ton. Butter elevates both sweet and savory dishes, but does it...
7 Reasons Why You Should Always Wear Socks to Bed
Whether you can’t sleep without socks on, or absolutely can’t stand wearing socks to bed, you probably have a strong opinion on the issue. But this isn’t just a matter of preference; science could be pointing toward the importance of sock-clad feet for better quality sleep, healthier skin, and even an improved sex life. Read on to discover why...
Always Drink Tea at this Temperature and Other “Tea Time” Tips
Tea offers so many health benefits, but if you’re drinking it at the wrong temperature, you may be doing your body more harm than good. In fact, even brief exposure to certain temps when drinking tea may increase your risk of esophageal cancer. Read on to find the perfect temperature for drinking tea and “tea time” tips for brewing...
10 Natural Ways to Save Your Teeth and Gums
Tooth decay and gum disease can be extremely painful, not to mention unsightly and expensive to treat. Luckily these conditions can be prevented with solid oral health practices. Here are a few ways you can help keep your teeth and gums healthy naturally. Chew xylitol gum Although most mainstream chewing gums contain artificial sweeteners, xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol that...
Antibiotics vs. Antivirals (Unraveling Misconceptions)
You’ve been diagnosed with coronavirus. Now what? Can you take antibiotics? What about an antiviral? It’s all so confusing…But to unravel the misconceptions, you’ll need to understand the difference between a bacterial infection and a viral infection. You'll also need to keep in mind that antibiotics will never be antivirals, and antivirals will never be antibiotics. So, what’s the...
FDA Reports New Concerns with Sunscreen Ingredients
Just like food, it’s important to read the ingredients of all our skincare products. Our skin is extremely absorbent, and anything we put on it enters our bloodstream. This is especially true when it comes to sunscreen; we apply it generously all over our faces and bodies and reapply often. When you believe you’re protecting yourself from the sun,...
