Captive Orcas Are All the Rage In China
When it comes to animals in captivity, society is undergoing an ethical shift. Animals used for entertainment was previously accepted by the public for centuries dating back to ancient Roman times. Yet, in recent years, we’ve crossed something of a threshold. Public backlash has caused SeaWorld and the Ringling Bros. Circus to back away from centuries-old practices that were...
Make Your Own DIY Green Gifts This Christmas Season
I am by no means a grinch — I absolutely adore Christmas, I just hate the level of consumerism that comes with this holiday. I would much rather give and receive a handcrafted item, than something that was made in a factory and purchased just for the sake of it. If you’re on a tight budget this Christmas, why...
1 Billion Emails Hacked, Are You At Risk?
Cyber crooks are at it again. They are trolling the Internet, looking for vulnerable sites in the hopes of stealing personal data and financial information. Could you be one of their next victims? Today, everyone online is at risk. So, what can you do to protect yourself? Hackers strike Yahoo Recently, Yahoo announced that upwards of 1 billion individual accounts had...
Rev Up Your Immune System With Thieves Oil
The thieves combination of essential oils is amazing. It has wonderful immune-stimulating properties. It is great for fighting bacterial infections and works as an antiseptic and antiviral as well. During the worst time of flu and cold season, you’ll be more protected with this blend. The word “Thieves” is a registered trademark of Young Living Essential Oils, LLC. However, recipes...
Are Your Vitamins Robbing You Of Great Health? Here’s What You Can Do
The average American diet often lacks in several essential nutrients. So, it’s no wonder that we look to vitamins to meet our nutritional needs. The problem is, most vitamins don't necessarily provide better health. And some can even be downright dangerous when taken wrong. So, what are our options? Are vitamins helpful or hurtful? We've all heard a lot of positive...
WATCH: 3 Simple Holiday Crafts To Try
The holiday season is upon us: jingles are played in public spaces, candy is freely offered at places other than the dentist’s office and street-side homes are competing for who can hang and inflate the most extravagant lights, decorations and crafts. For those of us who prefer to stay inside this holiday seasons, creating simple holiday crafts may be more...
9 Healthy Reasons Why You Need To Eat More Chocolate Daily
Chocolate. It’s one of life’s great comfort foods. Bite into a bar of chocolate and a taste sensation overruns your senses. It helps to get you through troubled times and balance out over-rich meals. It can even just make an at-home movie night that much more delectable. Chocolate is truly a sought-after treat. But what if this delicious snack could...
Boost Your Overall Health With This 21-Day Turmeric Challenge
Turmeric is all the rage right now, but many of us don't quite know how to squeeze this golden, health-boosting spice into our everyday lives. With this 21-day turmeric challenge, you'll see just how many ways you can incorporate it into your daily routine. Your body and mind will thank you! This superstar spice is gaining quite a following in...
100% Non-Toxic Hand Sanitizer That Knocks Germs Out
Some over-the-counter non-alcohol based hand sanitizers may contain an antibiotic compound called triclosan. Recent studies have raised many questions about triclosan being harmful to human health. There are a few dangers that you should know about if you are using this type of hand sanitizer. Triclosan may be lowering your ability to fight diseases by killing off good bacteria, increasing...
Want To Make Menopause Easier? Quit Doing These Things
I have not yet experienced the joys of menopause. However, I do suffer from fairly severe PMS. I can only imagine how fun menopause must be. When my mom was going through “the change” as she liked to call it, I remember how quickly her body temperature would fluctuate. Of course, this was uncomfortable for her. And for some...
