Shocking Photos of Florida Pollution to be Presented in Washington to Urge Action
This week, Florida Representative Patrick Murphy presented before Congress some truly horrifying photographs of the pollution plaguing South Florida's estuaries, in an effort to persuade the federal government to act to resolve the environmental disaster, before it gets worse. This past summer, heavy rainfall caused Lake Okeechobee to flood, and as the lake's outdated Herbert Hoover Dike could not handle...
Do you have candida? Take the Spit Test
You have probably heard the word candida but may not be exactly sure about what it is. Candida is a fungus, which is actually a form of yeast. Everyone has a small amount of yeast living in their mouth and intestines. It serves an important role when it comes to digestion and nutrient absorption, but, when it overpopulates it...
The Ancient Succulent with Healing Powers
The healing power of aloe vera has been embraced since ancient times. In traditional Indian medicine, it has a history of use for skin conditions and infections, among a plethora of other ailments, while in China, it is employed to combat fungal diseases. In the West, it is known that aloe vera cannot be beat to ease the pain...
8 Health Benefits of this Super Hot Root
Real wasabi, wasabia japonica, is in the same family as watercress and is like horseradish, a root. It is sliced and used in cooking in many Asian dishes. It is very difficult to find because it is hard to grow and also expensive. You will normally only see real wasabi at high-end restaurants and stores. Most places use fake wasabi...
Spice Up Your Love Life with 3 Sexy and Organic Meals
Who hasn’t looked to spice up their sex life just a touch? It’s no secret that the use of food as an aphrodisiac has been around since the beginning of time. And while many modern health professionals will pooh-pooh the idea, there’s plenty of truth to the fact that certain foods help set the mood. Try some of these healthy...
Fukushima Update – The Crisis Continues
While the situation at Japan's Fukushima nuclear power plant is not quite as volatile as it was, things are still messy, not to mention dangerous. The Fukushima power plant experienced a triple nuclear meltdown, along with hydrogen explosions, after the earthquake and tsunami of 2011. Since then, the Tokyo Electric Power Company, also known as Tepco, has been trying to...
Is Your Leaky Gut Causing Chronic Fatigue?
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is known to devastate lives; although the exact number affected is unknown, it is estimated that there are at least 3 million people in the U.S. with CFS. There have been a variety of theories as to what the cause is, including a weak immune system, infections, and even some “experts” stating that it is...
3 Reasons You May Not Smell So Fresh Gals
The majority of women experience feminine issues, including unpleasant odor, at least occasionally. Even if you realize it happens to almost everyone, it doesn’t make it less embarrassing; it can lower self-esteem and make you feel unclean, even if that isn’t the reality. Here is a look at what that odor might be trying to tell you, as well as...
5 Age-Defying Berry Smoothies
There is a growing body of research supporting the consumption of berry fruits on longevity and health. Well known for their powerful antioxidant capabilities, berries have been found to have direct impacts on the brain. Eating berries may help to prevent age-related neurodegeneration and motor function, according to a 2012 study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry....
Eating Out Kills Your Budget and May Compromise Your Health
While dining out at restaurants can be a lot of fun, offering the convenience of not having to cook, it can easily wreak havoc on both your budget and your health, especially if you do it on a regular basis. Even if you simply stop for a single coffee every morning, you're looking at approximately $2 per cup, which adds...
