FDA Begins Process of Phasing Out Antibiotics Used in Meat
Finally, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is taking a small step towards addressing today's rampant growth of antibiotic-resistant illnesses by launching a program that will phase out some of the antibiotics used in commercial meats. When antibiotics are overused, the bacteria that they are meant to treat can become resistant, negating the effectiveness of the antibiotic treatment. Statistics compiled...
3 Ways to Break A Bad Habit for Good
Despite the best of intentions, most people have at least one bad habit they would like to break, whether it’s nail biting, eating too many sweets, or smoking cigarettes. These habits are often derived from stress, anxiety, or fear and can threaten your well-being and happiness, but it is possible to break them and stick to good behaviors instead. Eliminate...
8 Ways to Detox from Heavy Metals
Let’s face it, we are exposed to an alarming amount of toxins on a daily basis. From the BPA that lines your canned goods to the pesticides liberally sprayed on anything alive these days, our bodies are constantly absorbing an outrageous amount of chemicals. Even though you may try to live as pure a life as possible, sneaky sources of...
How Laughter Can be Therapeutic
"If you can't make it better, laugh at it." Erma Bombeck Erma was a therapist in her own right, dishing our humorous observations and anecdotes about suburban home life in her newspaper column which ran from the 1960's all the way into the 1990's. She was no stranger to pain, and used difficult circumstances in her life to inspire and...
Looking for a Holiday Party Idea? Have an Organic Recipe Exchange!
This holiday season, why not add a fun and healthy twist to your annual get-together? An organic recipe exchange allows you and your family and friends to try a variety of delicious new dishes, as well as to learn how to prepare all of them! The concept is simple: throw a potluck-style event where you and everyone on your guest...
Preventing Weight Gain is the first Step to Combating the Obesity Epidemic
If you are one of the millions of Americans who has seen the scale slowly inch up with each passing year, listen up. Researchers from Duke University may have found a new solution to combat your growing waistline. “Weight creep” is the term designated to those one or two pounds added on each year. It may seem like no big...
3 Healthy Holiday Breads
If you thought it was nearly impossible to find a holiday bread recipe that is not only good for you, but tasty and even gluten-free, think again. These three healthy holiday breads may offer the ideal solution to your dilemma. Keep in mind that with each recipe, organic ingredients should be used whenever possible. Pumpkin Bread Ingredients: ¾ cup coconut flour ½ teaspoon...
Cultivating the Right Mindset When it Comes to Aging
Many of us worry about getting older, but did you know your attitude about aging can actually affect how long you live? A recent study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, found that people who had a more positive attitude about aging lived over seven years longer than those who had a negative attitude. A positive...
During This Holiday Season Let the Gift Giving Start with Yourself
The holiday season is meant to bring us joy and lots of good cheer, but for many it brings an abundance of stress that can lead to illness and even depression. In order to give to others, it’s essential to give to yourself first. Giving and giving until you’re completely burnt out leads to exhaustion and misery; self-care should...
11 New Ways to Use Olive Oil
Olive oil, comprised mainly of monounsaturated fatty acids, is considered a healthy dietary fat. Monounsaturated fats have been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and lower total cholesterol levels while normalizing blood clotting and regulating blood sugar. Studies indicate that consuming olive oil on a regular basis rises adiponectin levels. This hormone is vital to the metabolism of...
