How to Get Rid of Ants Once and For All – Naturally
For such a tiny creature, ants can really be a big pain. Once they've invaded your home, it can seem almost impossible to get rid of them. Thankfully, there are some natural methods that have proven to be quite effective at getting rid of these little pests. Cinnamon You can either sprinkle ground cinnamon, or apply cinnamon essential oil, around the...
Gene Linked to Heavy Smoking May Also Be Linked to High Body Mass Index
Smoking and increased body weight are two of the major health issues affecting Americans today. Both put people at risk for a reduced quality of life and potentially life-threatening health issues, such as stroke and heart attack. In the past, researchers found that is a genetic variant that can determine how much a person smokes. Now, researchers at the University...
Can You Breathe Out Fat?
When we exercise, and our bodies burn fat, do you know where all that fat actually goes? If you don't, you're not alone - apparently even some doctors and other health professionals are in the dark. A new survey conducted by researchers at the University of New South Wales in Australia asked a group of 150 doctors, personal trainers and...
5 Brain Training Exercises to Sharpen Your Mind
It is no secret that the best way to prevent illnesses of the mind is to exercise the brain. Keeping your mind active has been proven to decrease your chances of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Here are some great brain training exercises to keep your mind in top shape. Never stop learning Simply learning new things is one of the best...
New Report Estimates Death Toll from Antibiotic Resistance… And It’s Not Pretty
A new global report, just released by the Review on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), has quantified some of the costs - and casualties - of antibiotic resistance if nothing is done to reverse it, and found that it could cost the world's economy up to $100 trillion by 2050. According to Jim O'Neill, the Chairman of the Review on AMR, "drug-resistant...
21 Signs You May be a Health Freak
While almost everyone is at least somewhat concerned about their own health, some people take it to the extreme - these 21 signs are an indication that you might just be a health freak. You spend more money on organic groceries than on your mortgage payment. If you eat meat, you always know exactly where it came from, and you made...
5 Herbs to Help Alleviate Stiff Joints
There are so many ailments that can cause achy, stiff joints - not to mention wear and tear from getting older. How can you get some relief without the possible side effects of today's commercial medicines? This list of pain relieving herbs is a great place to start. Boswellia Boswellia, or Indian Frankincense as it is also known, has been used for...
Caramel Apples Linked to Listeria Outbreak
Caramel apples are a fun autumn treat for many - although their high sugar content and the additives in the caramel certainly do not put them in the category of healthy. If you happen to have any prepackaged caramel apples in your fridge or pantry, or know anyone who does, we suggest throwing them out immediately, due to potential...
Help Bust Fat With Wild Blueberries
Everyone has heard the evils of eating a high-fat diet full of nasty foods like fries, cakes, chocolate candies and ice cream. The danger of eating these bad fats (often processed trans fats) in large amounts is that they can increase blood pressure and bring on bouts of inflammation. The good news is that there are foods that help bust...
10 Ways to Eat Less Sugar in 2015
More and more research is showing that eating too much sugar makes us fat and destroys our health, and at 22 teaspoons per day, the average American definitely eats too much. If one of your New Year’s Resolutions this year is to lose weight, it’s definitely wise to cut down on the sweet stuff. But even if you’re already...
