It’s likely that you have heard the expression “money doesn’t grow on trees.” Well, in the case of soap, you’d be dead wrong! Say hello to the Indian Soapnut. Originally from subtropic Asia, these berries grow on the Sapindus Mukorossi tree along the hills of the Himalayan mountains. (1) The fruit has a remarkable reputation…
An Internet search on google for “David Avocado Wolfe” will quickly yield a hit-piece article on me entitled “David Avocado Wolfe is the Biggest Asshole in the Multiverse” written by the Yvette d’Entremont, the so-called “SciBabe.” [Sorry, Yvette, but I’m full of Love, Happiness, and Appreciation for life and for plants, animals, and people. You,…
Mosquitos suck. Literally. They can reduce even the most relaxed of backyard barbecues into a frenzy of swatting and knee-slapping. And then there are allergies and serious viruses like Zika that can be transmitted by the annoying little buggers. But you know what sucks even more than mosquitos? Some of the commercial repellants out there that’ll suck…
Turmeric comes from the root of the Curcuma longa plant. It has a tough brown skin, deep orange flesh and it works great in the kitchen to spice up your dishes with a warm and peppery flavor. Turmeric is known for it’s strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It’s been used for centuries to naturally treat…
Indoor tanning is all the rage, primarily amongst women, despite countless warnings regarding the dangers of using tanning beds. More than 400,000 cases of skin cancer per year in the United States alone are related to indoor tanning. Tanning beds are placed under the Group 1 class of cancer-causing agents, the same category as cigarettes and…
When you’re in a situation with someone who is verbally aggressive, you can feel defensive, or a little scared or intimidated. Verbally aggressive people aren’t shy. People who are verbally aggressive don’t hold back when it comes to their feelings and opinions, so getting into an argument, altercation or a heated discussion with someone who…
Birth control pills aren’t just being used to prevent pregnancy. They’re also often prescribed for acne and irregular menstrual cycles. They’re advertised as safe, easy to use, and they’re extremely common among women. After a quick check-up, a woman is handed her prescription, possibly along with a small pamphlet about safe sex and reproductive health,…
You may have heard about some of the buzz surrounding fluoride. Its negative effects have become more severe and been brought to light, causing it to become a main health topic worldwide. Fluoride is found in many public water products, causing some serious health threats. If you’re a bottled water connoisseur, you’ll want to read…
Kids fall and get hurt all the time. Scrapes and bruises are all a part of being active, and in most cases, kids are able to get back up and keep moving. That’s why Tiffany from Palm Beach in Florida wasn’t too concerned when her son Jaden fell off his bike. Despite not wearing a…
Moles are common growths on the skin that are usually brown or black in color. They can appear anywhere on the skin, either alone or in groups. Most appear in early childhood, and they can grow or change in color. Moles occur when the cells in the skin grow in a cluster, instead of being…
When the food you’re cooking needs a bit more flavor, what do you reach for? Some spices of course! They can add a whole lot of flavor to your cooking and have also been proven to have a wide range of anti-inflammatory and disease-reducing effects. But did you know that some spices at the grocery…
Experiencing pain or other symptoms without knowing the cause can be frustrating. A herniated disc is something that many people overlook. The spinal column is made up of a series of bones (vertebrae) stacked onto each other. The bones are cushioned by discs which protect them by absorbing the shocks from daily activities such as…
By Gillian B In our modern world, we want everything to be fast, convenient and easy. With the sped up pace, we end up cutting corners, in an effort to squeeze more into our days. However research on cooking meats at high temperatures is of great concern and only confirms the ancient Ayurvedic premise that…
If you grew up in America and took vitamins as a child, chances are they were of the Flintstones variety. They’re by far the most popular children’s vitamin brand on the market and for good reason – they taste like candy and, of course, they’re in the shape of everyone’s favorite prehistoric cartoon characters. But are…
Rinsing with mouthwash is part of a daily routine for many. Oral care is important, but if you’re not careful, your mouthwash could be doing more harm than good. Listerine and other popular brands of mouthwashes containing alcohol have been proven to increase your risk of developing oral cancer. Close to 48,000 Americans, and more…