The Bourbon Virus: Another Reason to Watch Out for Ticks
Some of you may recall the rather sudden and unexpected hospitalization and death of a Kansas farmer last summer. Well, experts have zeroed in on the cause of death: the all-new Bourbon virus, which is thought to be tick-borne. This new virus gets its name from Bourbon County, Kansas, where the affected farmer had lived. It is categorized as a...
Costa Rica Shuts Down GMO Approval Process
In an encouraging piece of news from Costa Rica earlier this month, the nation's Constitutional Chamber of the Supreme Court has ruled the approval process for genetically modified organisms to be "unconstitutional." According to Chief Justice Gilbert Armijo Sancho, who was responsible for penning the decision and position of the court, the ruling was decided based on the secretive tactics...
How to Trick Your Brain Into Craving Healthy Food
One of the biggest obstacles that people transitioning to a healthy lifestyle face is cravings for unhealthy foods. Although many people try to overcome these cravings through sheer willpower, given that 95 percent of dieters regain the weight they’ve lost, willpower alone is clearly not enough to stick to a healthy eating plan. However, this doesn’t mean that transitioning to...
5 Best Slow Cooker Recipes for Intense Immune Building
'Tis the season for germs, colds, flus, and freezing weather. If you’re looking for something powerful to keep you warm and healthy this season, look no further. These five recipes contain important immune-boosting ingredients and spices that will help keep you illness-free even on the coldest, germiest of days. Remember, for best results, choose organic whenever you can! -The Alternative Daily...
The Award for the Most Disgusting Fast Food Item EVER Goes To…
Twinkies are super-gross. We thought the McRib might be the winner for a while… and the Baconator made us cry tears of pure grease as soon as we saw it. However, all of these thoroughly icky fast foods pale in comparison to their overlord… KFC's Double Down Dog. What is it, you ask? It's an even more monstrous cousin of...
Leftover-Sharing Website in Germany Tackles Food Waste Head On
What are we to do if we cook too much one night, and don't have room in the fridge to save the leftovers? We've all been guilty of dejectedly scraping perfectly good food into the trash, knowing it will not get eaten. Another dilemma: you need an egg for a recipe, don't want to buy a whole dozen because you...
Girl Scouts Go Gluten-Free
Like so many other franchises, the Girl Scouts have now started offering gluten-free products. This year, their lineup of cookie flavors includes two gluten-free options. However, while eliminating gluten is certainly a step in the right direction, it unfortunately does not mean the cookies are healthy. Gluten-free goodies A flavor called "Toffee-tastic" is the first of the two new gluten-free cookies. The...
Inactivity Could be More Deadly than Obesity
Perhaps you haven't been to the gym in a while or gone on a walk, but it's not that big of a deal, right? Actually, it is. Recent research suggests that physical inactivity may be even more deadly than obesity. Sedentary living can kill you Physical inactivity, or a sedentary lifestyle, can be a major health hazard. It has been associated...
10 Ways to Say I Love You Without Speaking
Saying the words “I love you” to let your partner know how much you care is important, but showing them in a nonverbal way may be an even better way to make a positive impact and keep the relationship on the right track. If you need some ideas, here are a few great options for saying “I love you” without...
8 Ways to Beat a Bad Mood in 1 Minute or Less
Bad moods strike when we least expect them. Sometimes we have the time and alone space to relax and wait for them to pass, but other times, we need a quick and easy way to shake them off and move on with our day. For these times, here are 8 things you can do to beat a bad mood...
