Gout is an incredibly painful attack of burning pain, stiffness and swelling of a joint. It commonly occurs in the feet, specifically the large toe. What causes it? At the root of gout is too much uric acid in the blood, which causes hard crystals to be formed in the joints. The likelihood of gout…
Many of us struggle with self-worth and relying on what others have to say. This story will change your perspective! A young man who was down on his luck went to see a wise man for some guidance. He said: “I have come seeking advice, for I am haunted by feelings of worthlessness. I don’t…
Fruits are super healthy foods for you. They are full of nutrients to boost your immune system, and also have high fiber content and vitamins to boost your health naturally. The essence of fruit in our daily life has long been a point of emphasis. Instead of taking multivitamins, take these gifts of nature everyday.…
With all of the pesticides, chemicals and additives being put into our food these days, it should be no surprise that a common flavor enhancer was found to be worse than alcohol, nicotine and many drugs. But the fact that it might be sitting in your pantry right now, may be cause for alarm. What…
Last year it was Dressgate. This year, it’s the brick wall. But while it was easy to see the challenge posed by the ambiguous-colored dress, the brick wall is much more frustrating, mostly because it’s hard to even tell there’s an illusion going on. It just looks like a plain brick wall, doesn’t it? Maybe a…
You’ve probably heard about the gluten-free diet. Those who have a gluten allergy or sensitivity, and even those who avoid it just in case have sworn off products containing gluten, including wheat. But some evidence shows that it may not be gluten that Americans should be worried about when it comes to wheat. The real…
Stress often creeps into our lives, even when we’re trying our hardest to keep it out. Balancing work, bills, family members, friends, romantic relationships and other obligations can be difficult, and at times it can become overwhelming. Constant stress can affect your mood, thoughts, work performance, emotions and relationships, and you may not even realize…
You probably already know that spending time in nature is great for your health and well-being. Getting some fresh air while relaxing to the sounds of birds chirping, sticks rustling under the feet of furry little creatures and trees swaying in the wind can soothe the mind and feed the soul. Nature is so diverse…
As a child, the first relationship you have is usually with your parents or caretakers. This is arguably the single most important connection you will establish, because it sets your first understanding of love. Whether you grow up in a home full of love of one full of chaos, children in even the happiest of…
It was 2008. Mary Ellias and her husband were watching their 10-year-old son play soccer during his team’s big game in Pennsylvania. He was in the goalie position. The crowd kept watching the soccer ball as Hayden blocked a shot and threw it down the field. Suddenly, a loud crash rang out across the field. “When…
Marijuana gets all the praise when it comes to useful plants. And while it contributes to everything from pain relief to building material, did you know that there are other plants that contain cannabinoids that are also extremely useful? These plants are not psychoactive; they don’t contain the ingredient THC. Rather, they contain cannabinoids known as…
What you’re about to see is an incredibly rare moment in nature that was captured by filmmakers Adam LeWinter and Jeff Orlowski for their documentary ‘Chasing Ice.’ As they were filming, they saw movement on the Illulissat Glacier. It was ‘calving,’ which refers to the breaking off of ice chunks, in a way they had…
