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…
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…
The liver is the largest solid organ in the body, and it can be damaged and negatively affected by poor diet and lifestyle choices. If you aren’t properly taking care of your body, chances are, your insides are suffering. If you find yourself experiencing any of the following, your liver may be crying out for…
When your stress level has been elevated and you feel weighed down, you could be experiencing mental fatigue. Spending long periods of time in a hectic environment or feeling constant anxiety can affect more than just your physical being. The brain controls the body, so mental fatigue can become serious. Here are five signs of…
While blood clotting is a necessary process that can keep people from losing too much blood following an injury, a clot that forms inside of your veins doesn’t always dissolve on its own, which can lead to a dangerous and even life-threatening situation. Blood clots form to try to repair damage to a blood vessel,…
Our immune system is designed to protect us against various offenders such as viruses and bacteria. However, there are times when it gets overwhelmed and collapses, allowing these tiny invaders to wreak havoc inside our body. Factors affecting the Immune system There are many factors that influence our natural immunity. Stress, fatigue and improper nutrition…
The psychic staring effect is a phenomenon in which humans are able to sense when they’re being stared at, even when there is no possible way for them to see the person staring. Dr. Marilyn Schlitz confirmed the effect in a study where she had participants sit in an empty room with a camera. The participants’…
If you don’t like chocolate, chances are you’re one of the few. Americans eat nearly 18% of the world’s chocolate confectionery value – that’s around $18.27 billion worth! Whether we’re eating it in the form of cakes, candy bars, milkshakes, ice cream, fondue or small, individually wrapped pieces, chocolate is a common and often addicting…
Onions. Whether you love them or hate them, there’s no denying the amazing health benefits they offer! Onions have been used for centuries as natural healing remedies. They are know to reduce inflammation, heal wounds, relieve pain and prevent infections. The Vitamin C and phytochemicals in onions give the immune system a natural boost to…
Featured Image: Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap Whether you’ve been practicing a healthy lifestyle for years, or you’re new to buying organic and GMO-free and reading ingredient labels, what you’re putting into your body is just as important as what you’re putting on it. Did you know that laundry detergents, face wash, toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, dryer…