Could a Toilet Water Project in Texas be the Answer to Dwindling Water Supplies?
According to ThinkProgress.org, over 7 billion gallons of drinking water are wasted each day in America. While some areas of the country do not feel the direct impact of all of this waste, other areas, which are prone to drought, certainly do. One US city that has been suffering the effects of drought for years is Wichita Falls, Texas,...
Healthy Fish vs. Unhealthy Fish: Which to Eat
Not only is fish a great source of protein and a multitude of minerals, some types are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which offer a variety of important health benefits. However, some fish are significantly better than others for health, and certain species may contain hazardous substances. In deciding which fish to eat, another factor to consider...
4 Healthy Reasons to Read
For any self-proclaimed bookworm, the thought of going more than a few days without a book in hand seems downright unthinkable. Unfortunately though, according to a recent poll, a whopping 28 percent of individuals failed to read even one book last year. While taking on an epic novel or tackling the latest autobiography may be the last thing on your never-ending...
9 Ways to Resuse Your Tea Bag
After you have finished the last soothing sip of your tea, do you ever look at your still-aromatic tea bag and think it is such a waste to throw it in the trash, or even the compost pile? Even after they have been steeped, tea leaves have been prized since ancient times for their many secondary uses. The following are...
Five Ways Crafting Reduces Stress
If you find yourself barraged by anxiety, or facing a difficult life situation, finding a healthy way to rise above the chaos is key. Chronic, or ongoing, stress has been scientifically associated with a weakened immune system, poor sleep and greater susceptibility to a variety of illnesses. While there are many time-honored ways to tackle both everyday stress and severe...
Does Playing Contact Sports Impair Memory?
Participating in organized sports is a great way to get exercise while reaping all of the social and mental benefits that can come from being part of a team. Some sports, however, are more dangerous than others, and head injuries you may experience in contact sports could have serious effects on your brain. Researchers from the Geisel School of Medicine at...
Fresh Spring Greens are On the Way – Make Your Own Mix
Spring is almost here! Along with longer hours of sunlight, warmer weather and brightly colored tulips, the arrival of spring signifies the arrival of fresh spring greens to your local farmers market. The peak of spring green season is between late March and early April (depending on your local climate, of course). One of the most exciting things about spring...
Black Cumin – A Life Elixir for all Illness Except Death
Known as Islam’s miracle cure seed, black cumin is also called Habbatul barakah, meaning “seed of blessing.” Black cumin seeds (Nigella sativa) have been used therapeutically for over 3,300 years, since their first reported discovery in Egyptian Pharoah Tutankhamun’s tomb. Part of the buttercup family, the seeds are dark, thin, and crescent-shaped when whole. There have been reports of these “magical” seeds...
The Dangers of Drain Cleaners and Safer Alternatives
A clogged drain is practically inevitable at some point, and while chemical drain cleaners may be quite effective in removing those challenging clogs that are hard to get to, they are also known for their harmful effects on humans and the environment. The main ingredient in most drain cleaners is either sulphuric acid or sodium hydroxide, which can cause...
5 Ways to Slow Down Your Life
We are on the go more than ever these days. We rush from one activity to the next, answering emails and booking hotel rooms all from our mobile devices, while ordering takeout food that we can eat in the car, on our way to dropping the kids off at soccer practice before they meet with the tutor they need...
