Dog Almost Drowns On Movie Set After Being Forced To Perform
Animal movies, while often heartwarming, can sometimes mask the darker side in the entertainment industry. Recently, TMZ published a minute-long (edited) video showing a German Shepherd in apparent distress while being forced to perform a stunt for the upcoming film “A Dog’s Purpose.” Dog forced into turbulent water Just short of the new movie release “A Dog's Purpose,” video emerged...
Too Little Magnesium Can Hinder Sleep — Try These Homemade Gummies For Relief
I am so glad I found out that magnesium is beneficial for sleep. The older I get, the more often I struggle to get a restful night’s sleep. There are times when I am stressed but other times it is just hard for me to stay asleep. A lack of magnesium can cause insomnia. That’s why I love making these...
This Lemon, Turmeric, Coconut Oil Tea Will Relieve Your Pain FAST
It’s a great idea to use all-natural remedies wherever possible. After all, the possible side effects of over-the-counter pain relievers can be frightening. Long-term use can even be dangerous. That’s why being able to quickly whip up this pain relief tea is a great comfort. With this recipe, I know I am treating my pain in a natural way...
McDonald’s Is Handing Out Burgers To The Homeless — But Is It Helping?
Following criticism, McDonald's announced last week that members of the NGO Medicina Sociale would distribute its burgers for free to homeless people in and around the Vatican. The NGO volunteers will distribute a double cheeseburger, an apple and a bottle of water every Monday at lunch time. Yesterday, they started at 50 meals, but they say the plan is...
How Being Alone Makes You Fat, Stressed And Sick
Belonging, connectedness and reciprocity are at the heart of the human condition. We are social creatures and people seem to flourish the most when they are part of a supportive community. It’s something of a paradox, but individual identity depends a great deal on social acknowledgment. I believe fostering a strong and healthy sense of self is one the...
Who Has The Prescription To Remedy Soaring Drug Prices?
Recently, a friend of mine got stung by a bee. An unexpected allergic reaction prompted her to visit the ER. Every year, about 100 people are killed by insect bites and bee stings are responsible for more than 50 percent of those fatalities. So, when her arm blew up like a balloon, it made perfect sense for her to...
If You Don’t Want Skunk Breath And Herpes, Stop Biting Your Nails
When I was a kid, I bit my nails — and it used to drive my mom nuts. She thought it was the grossest habit, and once again, mom was right. Luckily I grew out of that habit before grade four. But for many, nail biting is something that continues into adulthood. Although it can be an annoying behavior,...
Cannabis Cookies For Kids With Autism?
Autism is one of the most mysterious neurodevelopmental disorders. The condition is characterized by deficits in social skills, a lack of emotional bonding and repetitive behaviors. It is usually diagnosed by the age of two when parents notice that their children have not reached developmentally appropriate verbal, emotional and inter-social milestones. In short, autistic children usually appear emotionally constricted...
Why Alcohol Gives You Loose Stools (And How To Stop Them)
Let’s be totally honest. If you’re reading this article, chances are at some time in your life, you woke up after a long night of drinking with some classy diarrhea. It’s like everything you consumed the night before has rushed to the exit in the least orderly manner possible — and it sucks big time. So why does this...
Study Says Inflammation Is Keeping You Fat
Many of us have had the experience of trying what feels like every diet and workout regimen we come across, without losing weight. It’s easy at this point to get frustrated — to criticize yourself for supposedly not exercising enough, or taking too many cheat days. But a new study suggests that one of the factors at play here...
