Just Four Stalks Of Celery A Day Can Reduce High Blood Pressure And More
There’s a misconception floating around that celery is no more than a crunchy, low-calorie food used to alleviate hunger. But nothing could be further from the truth. A humble stalk of celery — often reserved for dieting — has many health benefits, including blood pressure and cardiovascular benefits. The silent killer Every time your heart beats, it pumps blood into the...
45 Things To Do With Baking Soda
Oftentimes, the simplest things in life can be the most powerful. One example of this is baking soda. We don't think much of that little box that sits in the pantry, but the stuff inside is potent and very versatile. Baking soda is scientifically known as sodium bicarbonate. In nature, it is found as the mineral nahcolite, which exists...
Risks from Microplastics in U.S. Seafood
New research from Portland State University has exposed widespread microplastic contamination in seafood, raising serious health concerns about prolonged exposure. Nearly every seafood sample tested—180 out of 182—contained tiny plastic particles originating from clothing, packaging, and other consumer products. Pink shrimp had the highest concentrations, while Chinook salmon had the lowest. Experts warn that microplastics can migrate from the digestive...
11 Signs That Your Adrenals Are Spent
While your adrenals may be small, they're kind of a big deal. They sit on top of your kidneys and control a wide range of functions in the body, including stress response, weight loss or gain, blood sugar levels, immune response and blood pressure. Beyond these obviously vital functions, our adrenal glands are unique in that they provide the...
How Road Congestion Fuels Unhealthy Eating and What to Do About It
The longer people sit in traffic, the more likely they are to grab fast food instead of cooking a healthier meal at home. A recent study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that unexpected traffic slowdowns lead to a surge in fast food visits, especially around dinnertime. For every 30-second delay per mile, fast food consumption increased by...
Amazon’s $8,500 Tiny Folding Home Offers Affordable Solution Amid Rising Housing Costs
With home prices reaching record highs and mortgage rates making traditional homeownership unaffordable, many people are searching for alternatives. The costs of buying a house - down payments, property taxes, and monthly mortgage payments - have left many feeling trapped in a cycle of endless renting. However, a growing trend towards very small homes may just be the answer! Amazon’s...
Are You Eating Enough Protein?
The amount of protein required varies based on age, activity level, and fitness goals. The baseline recommendation for sedentary adults is 0.36g of protein per pound of body weight (about 56g per day for a 154lb person). If you are really active or doing a lot of strength training, you may require more protein to maximize muscle growth and recovery....
Could Manuka Honey Be a Natural Treatment for Breast Cancer?
Manuka honey has long been celebrated for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and healing properties, but new research suggests it may also play a role in cancer treatment. A recent UCLA study published in Nutrients found that Manuka honey caused an 84% reduction in tumor growth in estrogen receptor (ER)-positive breast cancer—the most common subtype—without harming healthy cells. Health Benefits of Manuka...
Study Warns of Long-Term Health – The Key to Aging Well is Consistent, High-Quality Sleep
If you want to stay healthy as you age, the secret might be in your sleep. A new study reveals that maintaining stable, moderate sleep patterns is essential for successful aging, while irregular or short sleep increases the risk of physical and cognitive decline. Researchers analyzed sleep data from over 3,300 older adults and found that those with normal, consistent...
Igloo Coolers Recalled After Lacerations and Amputations
More than 1 million Igloo rolling coolers sold across major retailers - including Amazon, Costco, and Target - are being recalled due to a serious safety hazard, according to a notice issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The Igloo 90-quart Flip & Tow rolling coolers have a defective tow handle that can pinch users' fingertips, posing a...
