Study: Fruits and Veggies Nourish Your Mind
No meal is truly complete without a generous serving of fruits, vegetables or preferably, both. We all know that these foods, especially when they are fresh and organic, provide immense benefits to our bodies. A high consumption of fruits and veggies has been linked by research to a lowered risk of many illnesses and conditions, including heart disease and...
Scientists Work Toward Mirroring Photosynthesis for Green Fuel
One of the main human factors influencing our planet's crisis of global warming is our excessive output of carbon dioxide, as a result of automobiles, manufacturing operations and so on. The many pitfalls of burning fossil fuels for energy has modern researchers scrambling to find the next affordable, effective green energy source. While many advancements have been made in solar...
Study: Antibiotic Use Before Age 2 Associated with Childhood Obesity
Aside from the growing worldwide concern about antibiotic resistance, taking antibiotics is linked to a number of health concerns. In a new study, researchers have linked antibiotic use by children under the age of two to a greater risk of obesity. The study, published in JAMA Pediatrics, collected and analyzed data from nearly 65,000 children between 2001 and 2013. The...
Keep These 7 Superfoods Fresh for Longer
In order to get the most goodness from nutrient and antioxidant-packed superfoods, it is important to know how to properly store them, so that they stay fresh and flavorful. It is highly disappointing to plan a recipe around a certain ingredient, and find that it has lost its flavor or texture due to improper storage. The following are basic tips...
3 Sweeteners that Will KILL Your Sugar Habit Before it Kills You
Big business sure doesn't make cutting the sugar habit easy does it? Even when you attempt to make an effort to avoid sugar, it pops up in the strangest places and bites you in the behind, sabotaging your good intentions. There is no doubt about it, sugar is a massive money maker, a cheap, empty calorie filler and a...
Fast Food Overseas is Healthier…Why is the US So Far Behind?
Ok, so fast food is a far cry from a healthy meal choice anywhere in the world. However, there are some glaring differences between the choices provided at fast food restaurants in Europe and those in the United States. It turns out that there are a myriad of chemical ingredients allowed in US food items which are outlawed, or omitted,...
Detox and Freshen Breathe with Cardamon
Cardamom, known in India as the 'Queen of Spices,' originated in the evergreen rainforests of southern India. This relative of ginger and turmeric has been celebrated since ancient times for its potent therapeutic properties, as well as its culinary value in the cuisines of India, Nepal, Pakistan and China. These seed pods were harvested from wild plants until British colonists...
The Perfect Winter Workout
Most of us think of swimming as a summer sport, but it's actually the perfect winter workout because it can be done indoors too. Most communities have a recreation center with a swimming pool that can be accessed at minimal cost - and after getting in your workout, you may even be able to take advantage of soaking your...
Let Water Carry Your Stress Away
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GPlj8VeQd5I&feature=youtu.be The healing benefits of moving water have been well documented throughout history. Outdoor water fountains not only add class and personality to your landscape but also offer a simple injection of peace and tranquility that has numerous health benefits. After a long day, there is something very soothing about sitting back and listening to the trickle of water. Fountains attract...
Study: People Trained in Yoga and Meditation Better Able to Operate Computers with Their Minds
It has been long known that the ancient practices of yoga and meditation can help one to gain more control over their mental states. Both practices are closely tied to improved focus, a heightened sense of calm, and the honed ability to stay centered in the present. A new study performed at the University of Minnesota has found that...
