Body language and facial expressions can say a whole lot about what a person is feeling and thinking. If a person is standing near a door with their body angled toward it, they’re most likely feeling anxious and looking for an escape plan. A slight wrinkling of the nose and raising of the upper lip…
Cancer can be a devastating disease that comes out of nowhere. Those diagnosed often notice few symptoms, and they feel fine when they’re blindsided with a diagnosis. Signs and symptoms of cancer can be very small and easy to miss. Recognizing these 10 signs that cancer maybe growing in your body can be vital to…
Dandruff is a common problem experienced by people of many different ages. I had it when I was younger and my son has it now. It’s normal, but can be very frustrating to deal with. The itching alone is aggravating. Basically, dandruff is dry, dead skin cells that fall off the scalp and get stuck…
After an initial recall of 15 frozen food products across North America, CRF Frozen Foods has expanded the notice to include several hundred more products. The reason? A listeria contamination that has already claimed the lives of two people. Seven other individuals from three states have been hospitalized. The causes of illness and death have been linked…
Alcoholism can cause a person to lose friends, family, jobs and the respect of others. It can be a devastating disease for many, controlling every aspect of a person’s life. Some alcoholics endure the same struggle, but they’re able to keep their addiction somewhat hidden. They are able to keep a job, spend time with…
An ecolonomic lifestyle is when you are economical and also environmentally friendly. It ties economy and ecology into your lifestyle. Practicing ecolonomics in daily life is simple. Below are 11 ways to practice ecolonomics. 1. Repair, Reuse & Recycle: Is there any old furniture lying about in your house? How about your garage, attic or…
We often stop and think about the things we put into our bodies. But how often do we think about what we put on our bodies? We need to be doing it a lot more, as research on the effects of nail polish makes very clear. It’s a lot worse than you might think. In one study from Duke…
With all of the pesticides, growth hormones, artificial flavorings, colorings and other scary ingredients being added to our food these days, do you ever find yourself wondering, “What in the world is actually safe to eat?” Not everyone has access to organic food 24/7, so for those who are just trying to do their best…
Skin tags are common soft skin growths that can appear quickly in inconvenient places. Specifically, they often form around the eyes, on the neck, in the armpits, around the breasts, and in the groin area. Most people will grow at least one skin tag in their lives. They are not a serious health concern, but…
Chronic anxiety is a common anxiety disorder that involves constant worry, nervousness and tension. It goes far beyond worrying about a work project or being nervous before a date. Chronic anxiety is an intense, persistent and excessive problem that can become extremely disruptive to a person’s everyday life, including his or her health. Anxiety causes…
We’ve all heard it before — added sugar is awful for you. Large quantities can wreak havoc on your health and lead to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and even cancer. Despite the dangerous health consequences of consuming sugar, Americans are still eating it. Candy, sodas, ice cream treats, processed foods… The sugar addiction…
Are you guilty of people-watching? I know I am. A lot of us do it when we’re out in public places. It’s not hard to find yourself looking over at someone else and wondering why they’re acting the way they are. Not too many people will actually approach someone they see and apprehend them for…
