A stroke occurs when an area of the brain is deprived of blood flow or oxygen. The cells in that area of the brain begin to die, and it can affect many different areas of the body. Strokes can come in varying levels of severity, from temporary numbness to paralysis, but all of them need…
Shampoo and conditioner, foundation, lipstick and other beauty products are viewed as a necessity for everyday life. On average, women use about 12 cosmetic products a day, men use 6, and teens use an astonishing 17. Although they may seem like a necessity, these products are full of dangerous chemicals that are making their way…
Aluminum is in many things we use every day. It’s in our antiperspirant, beauty products, the air we breathe, and even our food. (source) Aluminum is considered a neurotoxin, which means it poisons the brain and nervous system and limits their ability to do the jobs they are meant to do. Recent studies have linked…
A 42-year-old unnamed man went to his local doctor complaining of a raised, red line developing on his foot. At first, doctors stated that he had developed a varicose vein, and it is easy to see why. Varicose veins develop when valves that control the direction of blood flow in the vein become weak. This…
Narcissism. We all have a general idea of what it is and how narcissistic individuals impact those around them. Maybe you have experienced a narcissist, or have heard stories from friends or family, but it is clear that they can be more than a bit unpleasant. “Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder in which…
As a society, most of us seem to prefer things to be kept clean. After all, “cleanliness is next to Godliness,” right? Especially for those with a compulsive cleaning problem (me). One coffee stain or a wayward leaf dragged in by the dog is enough to make me want to clean the whole house from…
Although tea is widely thought to be a healthier source of caffeine than coffee, pop or energy drinks, conventional tea brands have been shown to contain high levels of toxic substances such as fluoride and pesticides. The levels found in these products are so high that they are considered unsafe for consumption. As with most…
You may be aware of the dangers of high fructose corn syrup. It has been shown to contribute to fat deposits in the liver,it leads to plaque buildup which narrows blood vessels, and sets the stage for a whole host of diseases. While the health risks are pretty widely known, high fructose corn syrup still…
Horse Manure – Does It Have Any Makes use of? I grew up on a dairy farm and uncovered early in my lifetime that cow manure is useful. That usefulness may possibly have been born out of requirement, though. Soon after all, the manure from a herd of fifty cows has to go somewhere correct?…
Paleo Diet – The Caveman Diet program Body weight has always been a issue for pretty much every person. We want to shed pounds, drop that more excess fat from the tummy, have all those most coveted 6 pack abs and more. It is no wonder that gyms, training devices, and diets are sprouting left…
Hello everyone and welcome to our Top 5 Alternative Health Sites of the Week Issue # 25. This is going to be our final issue in this countdown series – the grand finale of our Top 50 Alternative Health Sites based on Alexa ranking list. Hang on tight; we’ll announce our winner in this issue!…
Summer is just around the corner… for Northerners, that is. If you live in the South like me, you’ve had months of sunshine by now. Either way, each season has its perks and its drawbacks, and there’s that one thing about summer that most can agree they absolutely hate — bugs. Mosquitoes, bees, wasps, spiders,…
