Four Things That Will Happen If The UK Leaves The EU
Citizens of the United Kingdom have spoken. They voted to Leave. The vote isn’t universal. English citizens were the most keen to bid the EU farewell at 53.2 percent. The Scottish were decidedly more pro-Europe, with only 38 percent of voters supporting a leave decision. The vote also isn’t binding. There is still the possibility of parliament deciding to stay, dragging...
13 Natural Remedies for Summer Bug Bites
Bug bites are an inevitable part of summer. And let’s face it, for many of us, our arms, legs, neck and ankles are a veritable smorgasbord for those biting pests. Bumps and itchiness that accompany bites develop from an anticoagulant that the bug injects to prevent your blood from clotting. What follows is a mild allergic reaction and typical...
Is Legalization Helping Unregulated Use Of Marijuana?
We all know that youth is a time of experimentation, but youthful rebellion shouldn’t result in permanent damage to a child’s mental and physical health. If marijuana legalization leads to easier access, opponents argue, increased use among the young could cause serious damage. In the past this argument has led to a slew of sub-arguments. Are there really health risks?...
Keeping Your Pet Safe On The Fourth Of July
For people, the Fourth of July means picnics, cookouts, fun in the sun and an evening watching magnificent fireworks displays. For pets, the Fourth after sundown is often a night of sheer terror. They don’t understand the concept of fireworks — that constant noise may produce a meltdown. Keep in mind that canine and feline hearing is much more...
Would Cutting Down Meat Consumption Really Help The Environment?
Environmentalists are congratulating China after its government outlined a plan to reduce citizens' consumption of meat by 50 percent. But vegetarians and meat eaters have long fought it out over whether a meat-free or meat-limited diet is actually better for the environment. China's new dietary guidelines recommend people consume between 40 to 75 grams of meat a day. That's down...
Why You Should Always Have Coconut Oil In Your Home
In recent years, the humble coconut has skyrocketed from its lazy days as a poolside beverage infuser or curry improver to a leading superfood in the alternative health industry. Most people interested in natural health have a jar of the stuff in their kitchen or bathroom, and they probably don’t even know about all of its amazing uses. Since I...
How Hangin’ In A Hammock Can Help Your Health
What is better for sleep: hammocks or beds? We're accustomed to beds, but the benefits of sleeping in a hammock should be taken seriously. A University of Geneva Study found that the gentle rocking motion of a hammock helps people fall asleep faster and encourages a deeper state of sleep. Research conducted on 12 healthy adults noted that they fell...
4 Reasons Self-Driving Cars Make Me Nervous
In January 2016, the Obama administration set aside four billion dollars to fast-forward the development and implementation of self-driving vehicles through real-world pilot projects. Without a doubt, self-driving vehicles will be safer than any cars driven by humans. In fact, it’s estimated that autonomous vehicles will reduce traffic accidents by 94 percent. So, whether you’re for or against self-driving...
26 Essential Oils to Relieve Pain and Help You Sleep Like a Baby
Although essential oils are strong and effective, they aren’t dangerous when used appropriately, unlike some prescription pain or sleep medications. Only use products made from high-quality, therapeutic-grade essential oils. Essential oils Since the dawn of time, humans have turned to the natural world for therapy and healing. Distilling plant materials into volatile, concentrated liquids — the plants’ “essence” — results in...
Police In This State Can Now Take Your Cash Cards
Next time you're on the road in Oklahoma, you might want to leave your prepaid debit card at home. That's because Oklahoma's highway patrol now has a tool that can instantly snatch funds off of pre-paid cards. Known as an Electronic Recovery and Access to Data machine (ERAD), the device is now being carried by some officers and can...
