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…
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…
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…
Microwaves are one of the most convenient kitchen appliances. In a rush and don’t have enough time to crank up the stove? No problem – just toss it in the microwave, hit one of the preset buttons, and finish up getting your outfit ready while your leftovers warm. But what’s the cost of that convenience?…
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…
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…
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…
It was 2008. Mary Ellias and her husband were watching their 10-year-old son play soccer during his team’s big game in Pennsylvania. He was in the goalie position. The crowd kept watching the soccer ball as Hayden blocked a shot and threw it down the field. Suddenly, a loud crash rang out across the field. “When…
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,…
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…
RSV stands for respiratory syncytial virus — a common and highly contagious virus that infects the respiratory tract of most children before the age of 2. For some, the virus simply causes a cold. But for others, a RSV infection can lead to serious problems such as bronchiolitis or pneumonia, and it can become life-threatening. RSV…
Although there are strictly imposed limits on the amount of arsenic allowed in water, no such limits exist for food. And that’s alarming, since a single serving of some rice cereals can give the average adult 1.5 times the amount of inorganic arsenic found in drinking water. While most foods contain some amount of naturally…