Beef Rises to Record High Price: Good Time to Eat Less
The price of ground beef has continued to break new records, with the average price in the country as of October at a little over $4.15 a pound, according to the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics. Ground beef prices topped $4 per pound two months earlier for the first time in history. In October of 2013, the average...
How to Tackle a Sinus Infection Naturally
With cold and flu season in full swing, it's also the season for sinus infections. Stuffed up sinuses can make your whole day agonizing; unable to focus on anything but the pressure in your face. When this happens to you, it may be tempting to run to the doctor and grab a course of antibiotics. However, the problem of antibiotic...
4 Essential Oils You Must Have in Your Bathroom
Essential oils are great to have on hand. Not only do they smell great, but they can be used as natural remedies, personal care products and homemade cleaners, as well. There are numerous essential oils available with all types of uses, but these four are a necessity in the bathroom. Lavender Lavender offers so many different uses - medicinally as well...
13 Reasons to Go Super Spicy In 2015
Isn't it time you got a little spice into your life, or at least into your kitchen? Whether you're a fan of spicy foods, or a little bit nervous to try, there are a world of benefits to embracing these foods in the coming year. We're not just talking about hot peppers, either. While these do have an immense amount...
Merry Christmas from All of Us to All of You
This is a day for sharing, a day for caring and a day to celebrate friends and family. All of us at The Alternative Daily wish you a safe, healthy and joyful Christmas. We are grateful for all of our readers who help to make our site possible. Best wishes to everyone. -The Alternative Daily
11 Timeless Christmas Movie Quotes
Bust out the holiday sweaters, string the lights. Well, spend most of your time untangling said lights. Incessant Christmas carols on the radio and somehow, you don’t mind. It’s after Thanksgiving, no one can berate you for being too jolly too soon. For many of us, Christmas movies really bring the season together. Families all over the world cuddle up...
Hidden Allergies You May Have and How to Spot Them
According to the Mayo Clinic, food allergies affect as many as 3 percent of adults, and 6 to 8 percent of children under the age of 3. Symptoms can range in severity from mildly annoying to life threatening, and occur when your immune system mistakenly believes a food is dangerous, and produces specific immunoglobulin E antibodies to neutralize that...
Winter Fun Safety Reminders
Winter can be a season full of fun activities like sledding, snowshoeing and skiing. Unfortunately, it also comes with some serious hazards to your health. While this certainly doesn't mean you can't have fun, the cold season must be approached with caution. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind this season. Stay warm First you get a little wet,...
Ontario Cracks Down on Neonicotinoids – Will the Rest of North America Follow?
Signifying a first for North America, the Canadian province of Ontario has proposed a plan to drastically reduce the use of neonicotinoid pesticides. This class of pesticides has been strongly linked to the mass deaths of bees worldwide, known as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD). Specifically, Ontario wishes to reduce the amount of acres treated with neonicotinoids by 80 percent within...
Always Use This to Make Your Hot Chocolate
If you love a hot cup of hot chocolate after a long day, it is important to make it healthy so that it comforts you while also providing you with a boost of nutrition. To ensure that you get the most benefits, you want to use an organic cocoa to make your hot chocolate. Organic cocoa is often described...
