21 Home Remedies that Actually Work – Some are Kinda Weird
Some home remedies make sense. For example, aloe vera on a sunburn. Others, however, can seem a little bit out there. Yet, they still work! The following are 21 such tried-and-true remedies. Some of these may seem a little funny, but it doesn't make them any less effective. Try for yourself! Carrot sticks and apples for whiter teeth When you chomp on...
The Pros and Cons of Mineral Makeup
Although you may not have heard about it until the last few years, mineral makeup has actually been used for centuries. The ancient Egyptians encircled their eyes with kohl to create the original smokey eye look, while the ancient Greeks used powders made from lead to lighten and brighten their skin. While this practice was 100 percent natural, covering the...
This One Simple Change Could Make You Happier and More Productive at Work
Who doesn't want to be happier at work? One recent study found that one way to up your happiness level in the office is to add some greenery. The research team, lead by Marlon Nieuwenhuis of Cardiff University’s School of Psychology, discovered that adding plants to the office worked to reduce stress, improve morale and increase productivity by a...
Your Kitten’s View on Christmas
#content tr td { border-top: 1px solid #e7e7e7; padding: 6px 18px; } Did you ever wonder what your kitten thinks about Christmas? Here are a few of our thoughts on your cat’s thoughts: Can we make them tuna flavored? Why don’t you just get a scarf? Could I please have a sweater as well? Please leave me be, I am in my happy place. This does not taste...
Sleeping at Golden Corral Might Save You from the Food
A recent news story which circulated the nation told of a couple who fell asleep literally face down in their plates of food at a Golden Corral restaurant in Georgia. While this incident was likely due to substance abuse rather than food poisoning, previous news surrounding Golden Corral has been quite unsavory. In this recent event, police officers were called...
This Could Be the Single Best Fat Busting Exercise
Everyone’s busy, and many people feel like they just don’t have the time or flexibility to commit to a regular exercise schedule. The good news is, you don’t need to do an hour or more of exercise, nor do you need to leave your home, to burn some serious fat. All you need is 4-10 minutes a day. We're not...
Study Finds the Worst Weight Loss Tips Often First to Appear Via Online Search
If you're looking for weight-loss advice online, you might want to skip to the second or third page in your search results, new research has suggested. With one-third of Americans overweight, it's no surprise that roughly 40 percent search online for weight loss and exercise tips, according to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health. Researchers found...
9th Grade Food Blogger Takes On Big Sugar
The Canadian Sugar Institute may be regretting their decision to come to Northern Secondary School in Toronto to make their presentation about the virtues of sugar. They likely had no clue they'd come up against someone like 14-year-old food blogger, Ryan Storm. Storm is a passionate organic foodie who writes a blog which reviews restaurants, chefs and grocery stores in...
Environmental Working Group Reports on Clorox Disclosure of Fragrance Allergens
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) recently reported that the Clorox Company decided to disclose information on the fragrance allergens contained in their household cleaning products. EWG stated they felt it was, "an important step in increasing transparency and improving awareness around the potentially harmful ingredients that go into cleaning products". The Environmental Working Group is a very well-known non-profit, non-partisan...
5 Fabrics that My be Rubbing You the Wrong Way
Most people give little thought to whether or not the clothes they wear are toxic, even if they take care to eat organic foods and use natural cleaners at home. However, many of the fabrics we wear on our skin are filled with chemicals that clothing manufacturers would prefer consumers didn't think about. A century ago, clothing was made of...
