How to Plan the Perfect Family Reunion
Getting your whole family together can be a huge undertaking. Dates, times, places. Indoors or out? What to eat? Should you have it catered? So many questions to answer and so many decisions to make… Here are some tips to help you plan the perfect family reunion without losing your sanity in the process! The first thing you shouldn’t do is...
It’s Time for Stricter Quality Control on Supplements
The supplement industry in the United States and in many countries around the world is booming. These include herbal remedies, vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and other plant, animal and homeopathic wares. While supplements, when they are of a high quality, can be a great way to get the benefits of a less-common herb, or a certain vitamin when needed, it is...
7 Reasons NOT to Retire Early
Most of us would love to retire early. Having no boss, no schedule to stick to, no problems - retirement sounds absolutely wonderful. Even if you actually like your job, you just might want to enjoy being able to do whatever you want to do, when you want to, while your body is young enough to do it. Unfortunately, retiring...
3D Printer Could Revolutionize Burn Treatments
A 3D printer developed by Canadian researchers may become the future of treatment for burn patients. The PrintAlive Bioprinter is being developed and commercialized by MaRS Innovations in conjunction with the Innovations and Partnerships Office (IPO) of the University of Toronto, who have patented the device. The 3D skin printer will make treatment cheaper, faster and easier on burn patients,...
Zap Bacteria with Apple Cider Vinegar and 6 More SuperFoods
These days, with the threat of antibiotic resistance is on the rise, finding alternative ways to combat various forms of bacteria is essential. The good news is, natural antibiotic agents from the Earth - such as certain foods, herbs and oils - are the best and often the most effective first line of defense against harmful pathogens. Using these...
Marijuana and PTSD: Can it Help?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition affecting more than 5 million people each year. Thankfully, new research indicates that PTSD sufferers may be able to find relief with cannabis. This new research, which was featured in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, was based on the provision of synthetic cannabinoids to rats who had suffered a traumatic event. Rather than the natural...
Trying to have a Baby? Avoid These 12 Foods and Beverages
If you're trying to get pregnant, or just plan on getting pregnant within the next few months, the sooner you get your diet on the healthy track, the more your body will be prepared for this major undertaking. Additionally, it will likely be easier to conceive, as food and fertility are linked in both men and women. Starting with cutting...
7 Reasons Smiling Helps You Look and Feel Your Best
Most people smile without thinking twice, because it is a natural reaction to things that we find thoughtful, funny or happy. This natural reaction comes with many health benefits, and being mindful of smiling can help you to feel better and look your best. Additionally, knowing the benefits of smiling ensures that you show your pearly whites every chance...
Another Reason to Lose a Few Pounds
There are many consequences of being overweight, including a higher risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, stroke, sleep apnea and breathing problems, sexual difficulties and more. One of the less talked-about consequences of being overweight or obese is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD. NAFLD is the term used to describe the accumulation of fat in...
Researchers Want Access to Medical Data Without Getting Patient Permission
Researchers at the American Medical Informatics Association are requesting the United States Congress to allow them to see patient records without patient permission. To do this, they need Congress to make an amendment to the Central Federal Healthcare Privacy Rule. Advocates are fighting back This battle has been going on for over 10 years at the federal policy level. The advocates...
