Rye Flour and Other Non-Toxic Shampoos from Your Kitchen
If you’re a health-conscious person (which you probably are if you’re reading this!), you may have spared a thought to your personal care products. You might have heard about some concerning chemicals in mainstream shampoos, bodywashes and conditioners, such as parabens, perfumes, sulfates and phthalates. It’s wise to avoid products containing these chemicals for the following reasons: Parabens are absorbed through...
Finally an Explanation for Light and Sound Sensitivity in Migraine Sufferers
For migraine sufferers everywhere, one of the worst symptoms that accompanies their migraine attacks are extreme sensitivity to light or sound. The reason for this sensitivity has remained a bit of a mystery, but now recent research is shedding light on a likely cause. Altered Sensory Processing Research has established a connection between light and sound sensitivity in migraine patients due...
BPA Causing Fertility Problems Throughout Three Generations of Fish
The fact that BPA can cause health problems is not exactly a new development. However, recent findings from fish studies show that it may cause fertility problems not just for the first generation exposed to it, but down through three generations that follow. The effects of BPA on aquatic life Findings from a study conducted by the University of Missouri revealed...
Powerhouse Herbal Blends that Can Supercharge Your Metabolism
Keeping the metabolism revved in high gear is preferable for a variety of reasons. A healthy metabolism means the body is working efficiently to turn what you eat into a viable energy source. A faster metabolism of course means you will burn through calories quicker even when you are at rest and can therefore lose weight. Supercharging the metabolism can...
Why You Should Eat Your Fruit in the Morning
Fruit is an important (and delicious) part of any healthy diet, but there are still some things to consider about how to get the most benefits from it. The sugar in fruit is of course a natural form that is fine in moderation, but should not be eaten with full abandon either. In fact, whether you eat fruit on...
The Fight Against GMOs Is Allowed to Continue (for Now) in Vermont
Big things are happening in Vermont on the anti-GMO front. Earlier this week US District Court Judge Christina Reiss ruled against an injunction proposed by food industry groups, resulting in the upholding of a proposed law that would make Vermont the first state to impose GMO labeling requirements. Act 120 was proposed by Governor Peter Shumlin in May 2014 and,...
Super Spices to Help Fight Fat, Relieve Pain, Reduce Premature Aging, and More
It's time to spice up your life! The verdict is in: Spices are not only for making food taste good, they’re also incredibly healthy, and we should be using them in our cooking more. Spices have been revered since antiquity for various reasons, including their potent medicinal properties. Numerous spices have been shown to help with fat loss, premature aging,...
A Simple Method For Making Your Own Massage Oil
Massages can be healing, relaxing and uplifting for the body and mind, and high-quality massage oil can do wonders to enhance the benefits of a massage. Although massage oils are often thought of as an expensive and luxurious product you buy at a salon or spa, it’s actually quite easy to make your own custom massage oil blend at home. Here’s...
How Seasonal Eating Can Boost Your Immune System and Keep You Looking and Feeling Great
Have you noticed that you crave different foods at different times of year? For example, in summer you might love a fresh arugula salad with strawberries, while this wouldn’t seem very appealing in the winter. Colder weather might bring a desire for a hearty stew or roasted vegetables. It’s clear that our energies and body processes naturally ebb and flow...
New Handheld Device Can Detect Histamines in Food
While everyone has heard of food allergies, there is also a lesser known but equally important threat to your health. If you find yourself getting strange reactions after eating foods you believe are healthy, you may be suffering from a histamine intolerance. Histamine intolerance Histamine is a naturally occurring chemical that sometimes cannot be metabolized by the body to a more...
