Twinkies are Making their Big Return: Top 6 Reasons this is Not a Good Thing
Hostess made an announcement this past weekend that their beloved Twinkies and other snack cakes would be back on store shelves starting July 15. The company noted via Yahoo News that, “based on the outpouring of nostalgia sparked by its demise,” they are “expecting a blockbuster return.” Hostess says the cakes will “taste the same," but that the boxes...
Eating Organic on a Tight Budget – It’s Easier than You Think!
Many people truly want to eat healthy, organic meals, as the dangers of pesticides, growth hormones and chemical processing agents associated with commercial groceries are becoming more and more recognized. However, a lot of us are discouraged by the notion that eating organic will kill our food budget. The good news is that it does not have to. While the sticker...
Farmers in America Were Once Ordered to Plant it – Now it is Illegal
The Cannabis plant and its products have been utilized for thousands of years, dating as far back as 6000 BC. This plant is easily cultivated and offers a long list of benefits. Unfortunately, cannabis, or hemp as it is more commonly referred to, has gotten a bad rap over the last 70 or 80 years after the industry was...
10,000 Steps a Day Helps You Reach Your Full Genetic Potential
Movement is critical to a healthy, long and enjoyable life. The old saying, “if you don’t use it you will lose it,” is very true. When a body is set in motion, it stays vibrant and strong. When we are sedentary for long periods of time, every part of our bodies becomes apathetic, weak and unhealthy. We have become used...
5 Reasons Why Being in Love is Great for Your Health
Everyone loves being in love. However, a number of studies have found that being in love benefits both physical and mental health. These studies show that a happy relationship contributes greatly to a longer, happier life. The Department of Health and Human Services published a report in 2007 which states that, overall, married people live longer, are happier, drink...
5 Reasons to Shop at Your Local Farmers Market
With summer officially here, thousands of farmers markets have opened across the nation. Each year, more and more are popping up, with the latest figures showing nearly 8,000. In 1994, there were just 1,744. Going to the farmers market is a lot more fun than heading to the typical grocery store. Who doesn't enjoy a stroll through a quaint market...
5-Second Rule Reality: 93% of Shoes Contain Fecal Matter
Is there any scientific weight to the "five-second rule," which states that if you pick up food that you drop on the floor within five seconds, it is still safe to eat? Not really. While it is true that more bacteria will grow on food the longer it is on the floor, harmful bacteria can attach to food the...
Simple 4 Minute High Intensity Workout Benefits Sedentary People
For some reason, many people forgo fitness because they feel it takes a huge time commitment. More and more, it is being proven that any amount of movement is beneficial to your overall health, especially if you are otherwise sedentary. According to a new study from Norwegian University of Science and Technology, exercising intensely for as little as 4 minutes three...
85% Of Earth’s Food Relies On Bees; And It’s In Danger
As you put your honey into your tea or on your toast this morning, did it cross your mind that the beneficial insects that produce this wonderful sweet treat are rapidly disappearing without a trace? The honeybee population has been on a steady decline since the 1940's. In fact, in the 40's it was estimated that there were over...
Top 3 Best Blenders for Smoothies
With summer here, there is no better time to make a nutritious smoothie with the wide range of fabulous fruits and vegetables now in season. Of course, any time of the year is a good time for a delicious smoothie if you want to get a ton of healthy nutrients in one delicious drink. Green smoothies are especially nutritious and a...
