North Dakota and Minnesota are doing something pretty awesome in an attempt to get farmers to ditch GMOs and toxic pesticides and make the move to organic crop production. This comes as part of an attempt to boost the amount of organically-grown crops in the U.S. The grants range from $750 to $1000 annually and…
Once you’ve entered into a relationship with a strong, independent women, your next step might be wondering how to keep her. She needs enough space to be able to spread her wings and do things on her own, but giving her that space can be intimidating. The key is to trust her enough that once…
Oatmeal is referred to by many health experts as ‘a power food.’ One study found it to be very effective at boosting energy while another found that the high concentration of starch and beta-glucan protects your skin by relieving itches. Add to that benefits like weight loss and diabetes prevention and it’s not hard to see why…
Hello everyone, welcome to another issue of top 5 alternative health sites of the week. This week, our alternative health category is Alexander Technique. If you’ve been following our blogs, you know that we do one countdown every week where we highlight 5 alternative health sites from a specific field of alternative medicine. Our countdown…
Sometimes, when everything feels like it’s falling apart, it may actually be falling into place. Many of us fear change, but change helps us learn, grow and discover new parts of ourselves that we never new existed. If life seems a little hectic right now, take comfort in knowing that in a few weeks, months…
Our understanding of depression and how it affects the brain has changed drastically over the past several years. It wasn’t all that long ago, in 1895, when we first made the distinction between depression and schizophrenia. As recently as the early 20th century, we were still lobotomizing people (destroying the frontal portion of their brains,…
“Forgive and forget” is a saying that’s often much easier said than done. When someone hurts or betrays you, especially when it’s someone you care about, the feelings that follow can run deep down into your core. Forgiving someone can feel like a weight is being lifted off of your shoulders, but it can also…
There is no shortage of fun puzzles out there on the Internet, but this one takes the cake for the most viral I’ve ever come across. It’s already been shared over three million times, and it’s showing no sign of stopping. Some people say that if you can solve it, your IQ is above 150, which…
Basil has round, often pointed leaves that look similar to peppermint. This herb is highly fragrant, and its leaves are often used to add seasoning to different food dishes. From relieving stress to clearing blemishes on your skin and promoting heart health, this herb is packed with some serious health benefits! If basil isn’t a…
Your liver plays a vital role in the digestive system of your body. All your foods pass through your liver. Eating a healthy and balanced diet is essential for your liver health. Your liver is an important organ for your body that keeps you healthy. It breaks down fat in the small intestine during…
If you take care of your lungs, you’ll be able to protect them from diseases and maintain their health. Below are 7 foods that detox and purify your lungs naturally. Keeping your lungs healthy should be your top priority because you’ll suffer a lot if you have difficulty breathing. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) ranks…
People who are display their emotions openly are often labeled as “too sensitive.” They are commonly criticized, told to “suck it up” or advised to “get over it.” Our society tends to associated being sensitive or emotional with being weak. You might be surprised at this list of reasons why sensitive people are stronger than…
If I put a bowl filled with M&Ms in front of a toddler, told them not to touch and left the room, I would fully expect them to all be gone by the time I came back a half an hour later. In fact, I’d expect the same result if I put a bowl of…
As much as you fought when you were younger, your older sister was probably dealing with a few things behind the scenes that she never told you about. You might feel like you were bossed around or that life was unfair when you were younger, but try looking at things through your older sister’s eyes.…
Even when we are actively trying to keep out negativity, it seems that toxic people find their way into our lives. They appear for different reasons – because they want something, they’re looking for someone to wallow with, complain to or mooch off of, or they have some greater agenda. Often times we don’t know…