Certain Types of Antibiotics Found to Raise Risk of Colorectal Cancer
A new study, presented at the 2014 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, found that certain antibiotics are linked to an increased risk of colorectal cancer, the second most common type of cancer among men and women, killing over 50,000 people annually in the US alone. Colorectal cancer shares common risk factors with other cancers, as...
Study: Do Kids Who Exercise Have Greater Cognitive Capabilities?
We all know that it is healthy for kids to exercise - obesity is on the rise in young people in this country, and with it, the rise of heart disease and other chronic ailments. However, researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have found an additional benefit to exercise - it may just boost kids' brainpower. The study...
When Having Less is Better: 3 Good Reasons to Downsize
One rather unfortunate attitude perpetuated by our culture is to judge one's success by the size of their house, the model of their car or how many gadgets are in their collection. However, these things simply don’t correlate to happiness. Have you ever looked around your home and asked yourself how much of your "stuff" you really need, or...
Having Enough Potassium May Keep You From Having a Stroke
Most of us have probably heard that our bodies need ample amounts of potassium, but many may not be sure exactly why. This important mineral is best known for balancing sodium levels in the body, thereby keeping blood pressure levels in check. However, it also has many other functions. Potassium is imperative to the communication between nerve and muscle cells,...
Fight Cavities, Reduce Blood Pressure and Lower Blood Sugar with Cinnamon Essential Oil
There are few aromas as warming and comforting as cinnamon. The essence of this sweet, pungent spice making its way through the kitchen can truly make you feel at home. Besides being a delicious culinary addition, cinnamon has many amazing healing properties. One great way to get these benefits in concentrated form is through cinnamon essential oil. Cinnamon is one...
5 DIY Low-Cost Herbal Home Remedies
People have been using herbal remedies for thousands of years. In many cases, herbs can be used as a safer, natural alternative to prescription drugs. Unless you see a naturopath or alternative practitioner, most doctors stay clear of prescribing herbs. However, we must remember that almost all drugs used commercially today are derived originally from plants; their power cannot...
New Study Reveals Mind-Controlling Parasites May Not Be Uncommon
You've probably at least heard about the parasite known as Toxoplasma. Many people associate it with cats, due to the possibility of coming in contact with it while cleaning a litter box, although there are a number of other ways to become infected, such as eating or touching undercooked, contaminated meat. This single-celled parasite causes a disease known as toxoplasmosis,...
Why More Burly Guys are Turning to Yoga
Do you have the old mindset that yoga is something that only women or weak men practice? Many men, and some women, have been under the impression that yoga is "just for girls," but that's certainly not the case. Quite a few big, burly men as well as tough athletes have been discovering the benefits of yoga recently. One well-known...
Is Your Big Gut Ruining Your Love Life? 3 Things You Must Do Now
If you've got a big belly, it may be causing a lot more problems than just making it difficult to pull that zipper up. In addition to spelling trouble for your heart and contributing to all sorts of chronic illness, it may be affecting you below the belt too. Deep abdominal fat, or visceral fat, takes up residence around the...
Is Black Garlic a “Super-Garlic?”
Garlic is one of the most potent superfoods around - this amazing bulb has been found to possess a wide range of antioxidants, notable benefits for heart health, and even shows promise in playing an important role in today's epidemic of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. With the growing popularity of aged garlic, also known as black garlic, in the Western world,...
