Study: Birth Control Pills Cause Changes in the Brain
If you or someone you love is currently taking birth control pills, you may want to read this. A new study performed at the University of Salzburg in Austria has linked hormones found in birth control pills to changes in the gray matter of the brain. While some of the changes found were actually positive, the fact that these contraceptives...
Cleanup Of Waterways Costly, But Benefits Outweigh the Expense
A peer-reviewed economic assessment released in early October by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation revealed that cleaner water in the Chesapeake Bay could mean billions of dollars in economic growth for the region, according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG). The Chesapeake Bay watershed covers 64,000 square miles, spanning Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New York and the District of...
9 Totally Festive Things to do with Coconut Oil
A jar of organic coconut oil is one of the most useful things you can have in your house - maybe even more so during the holiday season. A 14-ounce jar can often be found for under 10 dollars, and it can even be used to make great gifts. The following are nine festive ways that coconut oil can brighten...
Researchers Find that Natural Gut Viruses Important for Our Health
When we think of viruses and bacteria, we generally think of nasty, invading pathogens that we want nowhere near our bodies. However, a large amount of research has found that beneficial bacteria is absolutely essential to our gut environment, and our health. Now, researchers from the NYU Langone Medical Center have discovered evidence that gut viruses may be just as...
5 Strange Appetizers to Put You in the Mood
Aphrodisiacs have probably existed since humans first walked on earth - in ancient Egypt, amorous couples were said to have eaten wine-soaked water lilies to enhance sexual performance. While many of today's health experts don't give a lot of credence to the idea, there still seems to be plenty of reports that certain foods really do help set the...
18 Ways to Boost Holiday Spirit in Your Community
It's Christmas, and the spirit is certainly in the air. Festive decorations line the streets, and people just seem a little bit more upbeat - some, of course, more than others. If you've been feeling the Christmas cheer in a big way, the next thing to do is spread it around! The following are 18 ways to make the...
13 Romantic Getaways for the New Year
Are you looking to do something different this New Year's? Do you and your partner finally have a vacation to yourselves this season, and you're looking to make the most of it? In that case, we've got some ideas for you! Check out our guide to 13 romantic New Year's destinations that you're sure to remember with a smile throughout...
7 Ways to Stop Procrastination Now
Everyone procrastinates from time to time. Sometimes we aren't even aware that we're doing it, but we frequently create reasons in our heads that seem logical enough for us to delay the task at hand, sometimes indefinitely. We might even start taking care of all of those other things we've put off in favor of what really needs to...
The Best Way to Get Omega 3’s
Omega-3 essential fatty acids: if they're not a regular part of your diet, they really should be. Omega-3s, which must be obtained from food, are linked to combating inflammation, lowering blood triglycerides, elevating cognitive function and reducing heart disease risk. It is widely known that omega-3s are extraordinarily healthy and can lower the risk of many ailments. However, the question...
15 Low Cost Gifts to Make Fido Happy
Finding the right gift for your furry friend is easy. Go ahead and spoil him with a ball, some cute clothes and a yummy treat. Here are a few ideas that are sure to make your mutt happy this holiday season. Rogz Grinz Ball…What a great idea! A ball your dog can play fetch with, and it will put a...
