MIT Researcher Stokes Fears about Roundup and Autism
Glyphosate: it's everywhere. In fact, it's the most popular pesticide on the planet. It is more commonly recognized under its brand name: Roundup. It's sprayed on crops, it's genetically modified into Monsanto's "Roundup Ready" seeds, and its manufacturers assure us that it's "safe." However, many experts strongly disagree. One of these is Stephanie Seneff, a Senior Research Scientist at...
12 Things to Do on a Rainy Day with Your Toddler
For parents with toddlers, rainy days may be most unwelcome - you may be cooped up in the house, or not looking forward to getting wet though your little one is begging to go run in the drizzle. Well, we've got your guide to rainy fun right here - for both the outdoors and the indoors. On those mild, drizzly...
Family Day: A Tradition We Could Get Behind
Every year, the second or third Monday in February in certain provinces across Canada (depending on where you are) is known as Family Day. This is a day where most kids get the day off from school, most workers (except federal employees) get to stay home, and family time is celebrated. The tradition was started in 1990 in Alberta, and...
New Evidence of the Power of Hot Peppers to Fight Obesity
Chile, cayenne and jalapeno for weight loss? Absolutely, says a growing body of research. According to new research performed at the University of Wyoming, the capsaicin found in hot peppers may help to combat our growing obesity epidemic. Capsaicin is the compound found in spicy hot peppers which makes them spicy hot. It has been found to have many health...
The Shamrock Shake is Back and Contains Over 100 Grams of Sugar!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yfr0zyelU3o Tis the season… the famed Shamrock Shake is back at McDonalds, for a limited time… This green St. Patty’s “treat” has been around for over 30 years and for those of you who stand patiently in line waiting for yours each year - we hate to be the bearers of bad news but this leprechaun brew is nothing but...
Nestlé to End Use of Artificial Flavors and Colors
In an encouraging sign that consumer desire for healthier, more natural options may finally be reaching the ears of top food producers, Nestlé USA has announced that it will discontinue the use of artificial flavors and colors in all 250 of its chocolate candy products. Dorren Ida, president of Nestlé’s American confectionary and snacks division, said the following about the...
Is Running Really the Best Thing for Weight Loss?
When many people close their eyes and picture exercising to lose weight, a runner sweating it out over a long distance - running towards the goal! - often comes to mind. However, it may surprise you to learn that it has been found that running may not be your best weight loss bet. Don't get us wrong - running is...
5 Ways to Approve of Yourself Each Day
Most of us have criticized ourselves for years, perhaps thinking it will lead to the motivation we need to better ourselves, or maybe just doing it out of habit. Eventually, we realize that calling ourselves fat does not make us want to be healthier, that calling ourselves lazy does not make us work harder, and that calling ourselves un-loveable...
Could a Vitamin Deficiency Make You Fat?
Most Americans who try to eat healthy are still ending up with low amounts of important vitamins and minerals. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies can bring on a whole host of health problems, and one of them is weight gain. Unwanted Weight Gain Research has shown that people with the least amount of essential nutrients end up with the most weight problems...
With Over 100 Grams of Sugar We Give the Shamrock a Thumbs Down
It't that time of the year again when people young and old flock to McDonalds for the taste of the season, so to speak, the McShamrock Shake. This bright green shake has been around now for over 30 years!! Fans eagerly await the seasonal return of this drink each year. Although this shake may look innocent enough - it is...
