North Carolina is Just Steps Away from Approving Medicinal Marijuana
North Carolina is set to become the latest state to pass medicinal marijuana legislation, with a measure passing through the state Senate with unanimous approval. With more and more states approving marijuana to treat certain conditions, it is clear that the therapeutic potential of this plant is becoming increasingly accepted. The new measure waiting for Governor Pat McCrory's signature in...
The Golden Berry that Fights Cancer
Physalis peruviana, or golden berries, also known as cape gooseberries, are native to Brazil, but are grown in many warm climates, such as Hawaii, Australia, South Africa and Peru. This delicious fruit looks a bit like a golden raisin, but has a taste that's sweeter and simultaneously more tart. The berries have been used for centuries, although researchers are...
Don’t Ignore the Dangers of Roundup
As more and more research comes to light exposing just how toxic glyphosate, the main ingredient in Roundup, really is, it becomes clear that something must be done about its prevalent use across our entire planet. The latest of these studies underscores that the way pesticides such as Roundup are tested for safety paints an inaccurate picture of their...
3 Ways to Supercharge Your Coffee
Do you enjoy a nice, fresh cup or two of organic coffee daily? If so, we have good news, as research clearly demonstrates the positive impact that coffee has. Furthermore, the benefits don't have to stop with a rich cup of organic coffee - you can actually take your morning cup a step beyond depending on what you put...
Watch What This Bunny Does With Raspberries [VIDEO]
This little bunny is super smart when it comes to his fruit selection. One of the most incredible attributes of raspberries is that such a tiny fruit can contain a high enough concentration of phytonutrients to have a significant anti-inflammatory effect. Consumption of raspberries has been shown to have a similar effect as the anti-inflammatory medication ibuprofen as certain phytonutrients...
Don’t Waste Your Money on Thigh Reducing Creams
Now that the season for shorts and swimsuits is upon us, many women are feeling self-conscious about their thighs. In attempts to both slim down and smooth out bumpy cellulite, some women invest in creams promising to reduce thigh fat and nix cellulite for good. Unfortunately, however, the marketing behind these products has been found by researchers to be all hype...
The Benefits of Standing During Meetings, and Moving Around as Much as Possible
Sitting still for long periods of time is one of the most detrimental habits of our modern Western culture. In fact, according to the authors of a large-scale 2012 study, "prolonged sitting is a risk factor for all-cause mortality, independent of physical activity." Too much sitting has also been linked to insulin resistance and the development of belly fat, which...
Another Reason to Choose Real Food: Both Drugs and Certain Supplements May Cause Liver Damage
Most of us know that pharmaceutical drugs often carry with them a nasty list of side effects: they come with warning labels and extensive information sheets detailing the unpleasantries that may accompany their use. What is less known is that many supplements, marketed as "natural," may also come with side effects and risks. However, due to a lack of regulation,...
Do You Have Fat Bones?
Many of us are all-too-familiar with the types of fat that are visible from the outside of the human body, including the dreaded and dangerous belly fat, which besides being unsightly can coat vital organs and raise our risk of disease. However, scientists are now starting to research a much less understood type of fat: bone fat. The term "bone...
2 Men SAVE Bear from Dangerous Milk Can [VIDEO]
This curious bear got more than he bargained for when he found his head stuck in a milk can. Lucky for him, two kind loggers were passing by and knew just what to do. Doing a kind deed was not out of these guys' job descriptions. This just makes you smile!
