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,…
Milia, commonly referred to as “milk spots,” is the technical term for small, hard, white bumps that show up on the skin — most commonly on the face. These bumps are typically found on newborns, but they can affect anyone, including infants, teens and adults. Milium cysts occur when keratin — a protein typically found…
Watermelons in eastern China have been bursting open, covering the fields after farmers gave them an overdose of growth chemicals during wet weather, creating what’s been called “fields of land mines.” About 20 farmers around Danyang city in Jiangsu province were affected, losing up to 115 acres of watermelon. In hopes of making them bigger and more…
There are several factors that can aggravate varicose veins, such as pregnancy, obesity, prolonged standing, chronic constipation or chronic cough and prior surgery or trauma to the leg. But the truth is, they can happen to anyone, especially with age. When veins become abnormally thick, full or twists and turns or enlarged, it leads to…
By Gillian B As a Self-Care Teacher, I am lucky enough to have spent the past 7 years, teaching people how to upgrade their diets, mindsets and lifestyles to live a better life! I absolutely love what I do, so I wanted to summarize some of my top tips for those of you who are…
By Gillian B Whether you are a long-time vegan or you are new to the scene, we could all use a little dinner inspiration from time to time! I wanted to collect some of the most popular cookbooks out there so you can continue to expand your mealtime horizons! Here are the top 5 must-have…
It’s widely known that pharmaceutical antibiotics and other drugs come with a long list of side effects, but many maintain the “that won’t happen to me” mentality when it comes to medicine. When you’re feeling under the weather or have an infection or another health condition that requires medication, it can be extremely difficult to…
Not only is cinnamon delicious, it’s packed full of health benefits! Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants that protect the body from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. It helps the body fight infections and repair tissue damage due to its potent anti-inflammatory properties. Research shows that cinnamon can decrease the amount of glucose that enters…
In an age of growing technology, it’s no secret that many kids are infatuated with video games, television shows and iPads. Children are spending hours a day mindlessly staring at a screen, and notably less time playing outdoors. A survey was conducted sponsored by the Unilever laundry detergent brands OMO and Persil, that included more…
Foot pain can be a result of exercise, uncomfortable shoes or tight muscles and joints. Whether the pain is in your heel, the arch of your foot or in your toes, letting it go can cause the pain to get worse, and it can be extremely uncomfortable throughout the day. If you ever experience any…
Dr. Mary Newport has a theory that ketone bodies – which the body makes when digesting coconut oil – may be an alternative fuel for the brain. She believes that coconut oil may offer profound benefits in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. If her theory is accurate, it could be one of the greatest natural…
There are two types of people: huggers and non-huggers. Some people just aren’t the cuddly type. They’re probably the ones who shy away a little bit when you go in for a hug. Others love to show their appreciation, happiness or excitement by hugging those they care about. These are the ones who give those…
Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and its long list of health benefits is constantly growing. It contains Vitamin E, Vitamin K and plenty of beneficial fatty acids including Omega-6 and Omega-4. The antioxidants in extra virgin olive oil have been shown to help fight disease, as well as act as an…
Garlic and honey may seem like odd ingredients to put together, but combining them results in an impressive immune-boosting substance that will keep your body healthy and strong. The Benefits of Garlic Not only is garlic is the perfect choice for adding flavor to a savory recipe, it provides a long list of health benefits…
Canned food may be an inexpensive convenience for busy families, but it could come with a much higher cost to your health. You may have heard of a chemical called bisphenol or BPA. It’s used in the manufacturing of polycarbonate plastic or epoxy resins, which are used in some food packaging materials, including the lining inside metal-based…