Don’t Forget To Go Organic With Your Coffee Too!
Do you love the aroma of coffee? Do you crave that cup of "joe" in the morning just to get you up and moving? According to the National Coffee Association, more than 83% of Americans acknowledged that they drank coffee last year. Research has uncovered some reasons why drinking coffee may be an excellent addition to a healthy living plan....
Toxic Air Fresheners vs. Safe Alternatives: You Decide
We put them in our cars, our offices, our homes, our garages and everywhere that odors may linger. We mist, we spray, we plug-in and we sprinkle toxic "smell good" chemicals without even knowing the health risks. Air fresheners that are chemically made are highly dangerous and are known to cause a number of health complications including: Headaches Irregular heartbeat Depression Earaches Dangerous Phthalates The Natural...
Global March Against Monsanto Demands Labeling of GMO Foods
Last weekend, hundreds of thousands of people worldwide gathered together to demand mandatory labeling of GMO foods. The ‘March Against Monsanto’ was held in 52 countries and 436 cities, including large U.S. cities such as Los Angeles, San Diego, Portland and Orlando. This event signified the first unified, global protest for the cause against Monsanto. These demonstrations have been getting...
5 Things That Quickly Make Us Old
While aging is inevitable, aging gracefully is the result of a focused effort to keep harmful substances out of our bodies, and to put great ones in. There are many things in life that we cannot control, but it is best to take the time and energy to focus on the ones that we can control. If you desire...
5 Ways to Fight Fibromyalgia Pain Naturally
If you or someone you know suffers from fibromyalgia, then you know how frustrating this medical condition can be. Often misunderstood because of the large variance in symptoms, fibromyalgia is characterized by chronic and widespread musculoskeletal pain. Other common symptoms include fatigue, sleep problems, joint stiffness, anxiety, depression, dry eyes and mouth, headaches, dizziness, Raynaud's syndrome and cognitive impairment. What...
3 Ingredients for Healthy and Delicious Meals
Are you looking for delicious and simple ways to boost the health quotient of your meals? While many herbs, fruits and vegetables have their own specific benefits, and variety is key, including the following three diverse ingredients in your cooking on a regular basis can help you and your family look and feel their absolute best. Cinnamon The many benefits...
Do You Chew Your Food Well Enough?
It has already been noted that Americans eat very fast. Do you often rush through meals, giving very little thought to what you are eating? Do you chew your food or swallow it in one big gulp? All the healthy food you can eat will have limited value if you don't chew it. The 19th century health guru Horace Fletcher...
Soda vs. Diet Soda: Is there a Lesser Evil?
Most people know that soda is detrimental to health. Sadly, that does not always stop them from drinking it, often in massive quantities. In fact, statistics show that the average American drinks a staggering 58 gallons of soda per year! This is especially scary as studies show that even moderate amounts of soda are extremely unhealthy. Those unwilling to give...
Sleeping-pills Skyrocket Emergency Room Visits
Question: I'm having a hard time sleeping and I was wondering if there were sleeping aids out there that you recommend? - Dorothy O., Wichita, Kan. Answer: No - and yes. We don't advocate sleeping pills, for many reasons. Sleeping-pill-related emergency room visits skyrocketed from 6,111 in 2005 to 19,487 in 2010. Seems zolpidem (found in four brand-name sleeping aids)...
Study: Incidence of Stroke Increasing in Younger People, Diet Can Help
A study conducted by the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine last fall found that strokes are becoming more common in younger people. After noting this disturbing trend during at the patients he cared for in the hospital, lead researcher Dr. Brett Kissela and his colleagues embarked on the study. The results showed that stroke rates among people under 55...
