Are Men More Susceptible to Marijuana’s Mental Health Effects?
You may be surprised to learn that men are more susceptible to the mind-altering effects of marijuana than women. Specifically, men have a four times higher likelihood of experiencing cannabis psychosis than women. Cannabis psychosis The dictionary defines psychosis as “a mental disorder characterized by symptoms, such as delusions or hallucinations, that indicate impaired contact with reality.” It usually causes...
Boost Your Immune System with These 3 Smoothies
Begin your day the right way by keeping free radical intake low and antioxidant intake high. These smoothie recipes take care of that for you. Remember, you’re only as healthy as your immune system. So drink up and enjoy! The hardworking immune system The immune system defends and protects your body from bacteria, viruses, microbes, parasites and free radicals. Free radicals...
Is Turmeric a Superior Alternative to Pills for PMS Symptoms?
A recent study published in the November issue of Neuropeptides may have uncovered a natural alternative that can ease symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Researchers from Iran have found that curcumin, the main polyphenol in turmeric, contains properties that can alleviate PMS symptoms. The clinical trial involved 70 college-age women, half of whom took curcumin as a treatment for...
Could Obesity Be Genetically Passed On Through Sperm?
A recent study by researchers in Denmark, published online in Cell Metabolism, examined whether obesity can be passed on genetically through sperm. This may offer an insight into why children of obese men are more likely to suffer from obesity themselves. The foundation behind this theory is associated with the epigenetic signature passed on through male sperm. The...
The Impact of War on Global Warming
The acclaimed novelist and activist Alice Walker says this about war and global warming: "War contributes greatly to global warming, which shouldn't surprise us. All those bombs going off, all those rockets, all those planes and helicopters. All that fuel of various kinds being used. It pollutes the air and water of this very fragile and interconnected planet." Although Alice is...
Parasites and 7 Other Reasons You Aren’t Sleeping
When was the last time you got a good night’s sleep? If you’re working back through your memory, and can’t remember, or maybe even forget what you were doing halfway through, that’s a good sign that you’re chronically sleep deprived. It’s a very common problem these days with nearly one quarter of Americans saying they experience insomnia on a...
Back to the ’90s — Ending Digital Distractions While Shopping Local
Next time you’re at a restaurant or cafe, take a peek around and count how many people are on their cell phones. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Even more shocking is the number of people who sit with others and browse social media — instead of talking like they did in the ’90s. You may have noticed this digital...
Stop Shampooing So Often… Do This Instead for Beautiful Locks
Everyone has their own set of tricks to manage their hair. Is your secret combination of products and styling tricks working for you? For most of us, our hairstyling routine is based on the look we’re trying to achieve, not on whether it’s healthy and natural. Often, our styling routines are influenced by marketing, but commercial products are rarely...
2 Grain-Free Granola Recipes
Eating well is good for your health and nourishes your body. But now and then, we all miss that little bit of comfort food in our lives. Ice cream, tater tots, chips… and even a bowl of cereal or granola in the morning. Unfortunately, the boxes that line the grocery store shelves leave much to be desired when it...
Men! Keep Your Sperm Count Intact Naturally with These Foods
There is no way around it, men — our sperm count may decrease significantly with age. A poor diet may be a huge aspect for our dwindling viable swimmers. This widely known fact is essential to keep in mind, since many men and women are waiting longer to have children. Many couples are placing career first and pushing “the...
