8 Great Upcycling Ideas
Upcycling is modifying or crafting an existing item that was going to be thrown away and turning it into a new, functional item. Upcycling is different than recycling that uses water or energy to make more of something. Upcycling requires a little creativity and craftiness, but once you let your imagination soar, the sky’s the limit. For Christmas this year,...
5 Sauna Rules: Be Safe
Saunas have long been known for their health benefits, including improving circulation, detoxifying the body and decreasing stress. A saunas’ dry heat has profound effects on the body, causing the temperature of the skin to soar to about 104 degrees in just a few minutes. The pulse rate of the average person increases by 30 percent or slightly...
Have Chocolate Cravings? Take a Sip of Jasmine
Who doesn’t love chocolate? Even the most diligent health fanatics can get cravings for this delectable treat. While a little bit is fine once in awhile (in fact, eating a small amount of dark chocolate each day is good for you!), eating much more than that is usually not a good idea for your waistline or your health. A 2012...
Are You Risking Your Health to Eat Out?
Eating out at a restaurant - even one serving organic foods - is an inherently risky endeavor. When one does not see where their food comes from, and how it is prepared, it is impossible to know that it is truly safe. Saru Jayaraman, professor of public law at Brooklyn College, as well as co-founder and co-director of the Restaurant...
Is Washing Your Chicken Really Necessary?
Growing up, many of us have been taught to wash raw meat, including chicken, before cooking it, just to make sure it's 'cleaner' before seasonings are applied. However, it turns out that this practice may actually contribute to spreading the bacteria that causes food poisoning around our kitchens. Dr. Jennifer Quinlan, an associate professor at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,...
3 Herbs that Curb Your Appetite
The number one reason most diets fail is due to hunger and cravings. For most people, the biggest challenge when it comes to eating right is beating those cravings for unhealthy foods. There are a number of appetite suppressants available on the market, but synthetic options contain ingredients that often come with a long list of harmful side effects. Fortunately,...
Renew Yourself in Puglia, Italy
If you’re thinking about planning a vacation in Europe, a holiday in Puglia, Italy might just be what your mind, body and spirit have been looking for. Whether you’ve procrastinated transforming your health or are already on your way there, a healthy vacation can give you the boost you need to move forward and accomplish your goals of optimal...
Why You Feel Out of Control and 6 Ways to “Get it Together”
It happens to all of us every now and then - one minute we feel like we're on top of the world, with our lives running smoothly, and the next, it seems like everything is falling apart. Whether this feeling is based on a difficult life event, or comes on suddenly without warning, there are certain methods you can...
Grains vs. Seeds: What’s the Scoop?
You probably know what the difference between a grain and a seed is, but many people don’t realize there is a big difference in how each affects our health. There is a lot of confusion in regard to grains; in fact, you’ll find most “healthy” food pyramids include them as the basis of a healthy diet. Grains, beans, nuts and seeds...
5 Benefits of a Consistent Sex Life
You probably already realize that when your sex life is good you feel happier and perhaps even have more energy to get through the day, but did you know that studies have proven numerous benefits to your health and well-being? In fact, instead of spending your hard earned money on “miracle” beauty potions, you might want to thinking about ways...
