Knock Out a Fever, Reduce Blood Pressure and More with Radishes
More than just a pretty addition to your salad — radishes are the ultimate health food. Just as they come in many shapes, sizes, and even colors, they also offer a varied range of unique health benefits. From aiding in the treatment of urinary disorders to the prevention of cancer, radishes support optimal health. Invite this root vegetable into your...
The Zika Virus Outbreak — Is This Brain-Shrinking Virus Spreading to the United States?
Nobody likes mosquitoes — their bites are itchy and after the West Nile virus scare, there's a certain level of danger associated with these small insects. If you're a traveler, you may also have experience with the risk of malaria or dengue fever — once again, contracted from mosquitoes. Now, there's a new outbreak, one that is both severe and...
Tips on Adopting a Rescue Dog
Many dogs find themselves in a shelter through no fault of their own. There are any number of reasons an owner would have to give up their pet. Sometimes a life-changing situation is the cause (most often moving), other times it has something to do with the animal. Sometimes dogs are given up because of behavioral or other issues that...
The Manatee: A Story of Success
After almost 50 years, the manatee is finally being removed from the endangered species list. The efforts of conservationists and a strong public education campaign has given this species a second chance. The southern coastal region of the United States, particularly Florida, is home to a subspecies of West Indian manatees. Manatees are water mammals, which means that although they...
Podcast Episode #21: I gave up cable for a year, here’s what happened
The Alternative Daily has a new tag line and we discuss what it means to us and the our audience. Bumble is a new dating app where women have to approve men before they can start a dialog. Ralph is now in the dating scene and reveals the ins and outs of internet dating. Was racial profiling an issue with the...
Body Cameras on Cops Work, Now What?
Walter Scott, Tamir Rice, Eric Garner, and Laquan McDonald all became household names after videos of their deaths were recorded and released to a shocked public. The visibility of these deaths and the excessive force involved has given rise to protests across the country and renewed calls for the transparency and accountability of the nation's police. In response to incidents...
5 Reasons to Switch to Organic Bedding Today
There is a lot of hype about the importance of removing chemicals from the foods that we eat. However, less thought is given to other products in our lives. For example, you may never have thought about your bedding as a source of chemical exposure, but research shows that it might be just that. Read on to see why...
Can’t Shake That Nagging Cough? Here Are 4 Surefire Ways to Feel Better Naturally
A groundbreaking review of multiple studies on colds and coughs in children found that in most cases, treating colds and coughs with over-the-counter medication had at best, no effect, and at worst, resulted in the hospitalization of the child. Just because over-the-counter medication may not make your cough disappear, you don’t have to suffer through sleepless nights and aching...
Finger Foods — Low in Calories, High in Great Taste!
Snacking tends to mean putting on the pounds. Not when you’re serving salsa in endives, Korean-style grilled beef and shrimp satay. These finger foods are bursting with flavor, yet low in calories, and ideal for entertaining. So go ahead and indulge. Indulge and enjoy! —The Alternative Daily
7 Reasons to Start Doing Squats Today
Squats have been around for a long time in the exercise world and we have to admit they are a little boring. There is nothing flashy about squats and many people may choose to forgo squats in favor of other exercise methods. But if you want a powerful way to increase your fitness level fast, then you might want to...
