While the health risks of soda should be well-known by now, Americans are continuing to drink the dangerous, sugar-filled beverage in excess. There has been a slight decrease in sales thanks to those who say they are actively avoiding it, but more than $75 billion worth of soda is still being purchased every year, leading…
We’ve all heard it, said it and felt it: “I feel bloated.” Feeling bloated is the worst, isn’t it? It can make finding something to wear more difficult, lower your self-esteem and make you feel uncomfortable throughout the day. Bloating can happen for a number of reasons, but the good news is: most of the…
What if I told you I had a secret to share that could create a total body transformation in just 4 minutes? No, I’m not trying to sell you a collection of DVDs or some phoney wraps that break after one use. Instead, what I’ve got to share with you today is a single exercise…
Break-ins and burglaries happen more often than most of us would like to think. The United States leads the world in burglaries — one occurs about every 15 seconds. A surprising 30% of burglars enter homes through unlocked doors, windows or other openings without having to use force to get in. For those of us…
Summer is almost here, and you’re probably wanting to bust out the sandals and other open-toed shoes. Foot corns, however, can put a damper on things. Foot corns are smaller than calluses and have a hard center surrounded by inflamed skin. They tend to develop on parts of your feet that don’t bear weight, such as…
There is a house in Pasadena, California that’s known as the Urban Homestead. From the street, you might be confused as to why it’s earned such a name or why it’s even special among all the other homes in the suburb just outside Los Angeles. But when you take a peek around the back of…
The world’s major religions are incredibly innovative when it comes to getting their messages across. Many of these messages revolve around telling people what they should and shouldn’t do. They operate quite similarly to corporations in the sense that they dangle some sort of reward in front of the masses, a promise for all those who…
Many natural foods, plants and herbs have been used for centuries for their healing abilities. Before modern Western medicine existed, our ancestors relied solely on nature to help them heal their injuries and overcome their illnesses. Most natural remedies are without the dangerous side effects of over-the-counter and prescription drugs. You might be pleasantly surprised…
A healthy liver that is functioning properly is essential for a healthy body. The liver’s primary function is to break down nutrients from the food you eat and aid in digestion. Recognizing these early signs of liver damage is vital to catching a problem early and treating it properly. 1. Skin Discoloration Jaundice can occur…
It’s true what they say — you are the company you keep. The people you surround yourself with can either lift you up or bring you down. Keeping negative people out of your life is vital for your own health, well-being and happiness. Choosing to surround yourself with uplifting, kind and wonderful people can keep…
As scary as it may be, true intelligence seems somewhat rare today. Those with a real desire to learn, expand their knowledge and push boundaries to become truly great are few and far between. Highly intelligent people often get pushed into the background in favor of those who have the ability to entertain, and many…
Gout is an incredibly painful attack of burning pain, stiffness and swelling of a joint. It commonly occurs in the feet, specifically the large toe. What causes it? At the root of gout is too much uric acid in the blood, which causes hard crystals to be formed in the joints. The likelihood of gout…
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…
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…