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…
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…
When it comes to eating healthy, you probably don’t give much thought to the plate that holds your fruit and vegetables, or the cup you drink water from. Your dishware is most likely the product of your style and taste, bought to match the kitchen or give it a little color, but your dishes are…
You can turn your patio or balcony into an oasis with the addition of potted fruit trees. Fragrant flower blossoms, beautiful, waxy leaves and succulent fruit are the boons of a fruit-tree-lined balcony. Contact a local nursery to inquire about dwarf rootstock trees, a class of small fruit trees that grow well in pots. Different…
Paraben ester is a widely used preservative in many cosmetic and pharmaceutical products like shampoos, moisturizers, shaving gels, makeup and deodorants. And that’s pretty concerning in light of paraben ester’s known link to cancer. In a study that looked at 40 women who were being treated for breast cancer, it was found that 99% of…
Estimates place the amount of introverts on the planet at 50% of the total population. But despite things being a pretty even split between extroverts and introverts, we still live in an overwhelmingly extrovert-centric world. Business, politics and even social gatherings just seem so much more geared towards those who are naturally more outgoing and…
You probably know that vitamins are an important part of keeping your body healthy, but did you know that there are certain vitamins that are essential for brain health? In order to function properly, the brain needs a variety of vitamins that work to enhance memory, improve mood and strengthen cognitive abilities. These five vitamins are…
Everything in the body is connected, so when one thing hurts, it often leads to pain somewhere else. Pain that starts in the foot can travel all the way up the leg, being extremely uncomfortable and downright painful. There are many causes for foot pain, including arthritis, bunions, athlete’s foot, corns and ingrown toenails, and…