Eating Meat is Your Choice, But Choose Grass-Fed
Mahatma Gandhi once said, “the greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way in which its animals are treated.” By his standards, the commercial meat industry in the United States points to grim flaws in our national character. However, there is good news, as more and more farmers and ranchers are choosing to...
Are You Still Counting Calories? Get Out Of This Mindset
The obsession over counting calories seems to be fading out somewhat, as more people are becoming aware of the fact that healthy weight loss is not so much about the total calorie number as it is about the quality of the calories There are some people, however, who still starve themselves on diets that contain markedly few calories. When we...
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...
