The Aphrodisiac Properties of Mango
Eating mango to enhance male virility, popularized by an episode of Seinfeld several years back, has become somewhat of a myth in the Western world. It turns out, however, that the use of mango for this purpose dates back hundreds of years in parts of Southeast Asia, and there may be some truth to the legend. Mangoes have been...
Eat Healthy for a Better Tan
Summer is almost upon us, and as we all know, this means longer days and warm, soothing sunshine. In order to enjoy sunny days without the fear of sunburn and UV damage to our skin, many of us are in the habit of coating every exposed area with sunscreen. While the sun's rays can indeed be harmful in excess,...
Yelp Reviews Help Officials Zero in on Unreported Foodborne Illness Cases
Eating at a restaurant is an inherently risky endeavor - if we do not know how the ingredients used to cook our food are stored, and do not see how our meals are made, it is nearly impossible to know if they are truly safe. To be fair, some restaurants are vigilant about their food safety practices. Others, not...
Stay Hydrated with Celery and 5 Other Foods
We all know that the key to staying hydrated is to drink plenty of water. However, after an intense cardio workout or a long hike in the sun, we often feel like we need something more to replenish the nutrients our bodies have sweated out. For this reason, many people turn to sports drinks to quench their thirst. However,...
Minnesota Bans Antibacterial Soap Ingredient
In a groundbreaking move that will hopefully set a precedent for the rest of the nation, Minnesota has banned the use and commerce of the chemical triclosan in cleaning products. This chemical, which is featured in three quarters of all soaps, deodorants and toothpastes in the US, has been linked to potentially serious health and environmental effects. Triclosan was first...
How Exercising Outdoors Can Help You Have Great Teeth
Vitamin D plays an important role in our health, with its major function to help maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. It helps the body to absorb calcium, which forms and maintains strong bones and may also protect against a number of diseases like osteoporosis, high blood pressure and cancer. While many people are aware that calcium helps...
How to Improve Your Sex Life with Yoga
Yoga is an ancient practice with so many benefits it is difficult to list them all. Just a few are better sleep, reduced stress, improved mental clarity, boosted immunity, self-discipline and even relief from pain. Aside from these key benefits, one important aspect of life that can be greatly enhanced by yoga is sex. Some of the more obvious ways...
New Study Shows Food Dyes are Alarmingly High in Popular Food Items
A new study performed by Purdue University researchers sheds light on the troubling concentrations of artificial food dyes in common packaged foods and beverages. Worryingly, the amounts of dyes used in these products is often higher than the amount found to trigger behavioral issues in children. It has been long known that many products, especially those marketed to children, contain...
Drop Belly Fat with Green Smoothies
When trying to lose weight, many people become discouraged because they focus on the things they can no longer eat. When viewed this way, a weight loss goal can become a mental struggle of avoiding cravings for favorite snacks. Some people even try to skip meals and combat hunger throughout the day, which can do a great deal of...
Diatomaceous Earth: The Dirt You Can Eat and 5 Reasons Why You Should
If you were like most kids, you probably enjoyed pretending to eat "dirt cakes," or perhaps even sampled a some of the brown gritty stuff from time to time. While a little dirt is not going to hurt anyone, some types of "earth" are more beneficial than others. Often called DE for short, diatomaceous earth is a grayish, talc-like...
