Scientists have acknowledged the power of smell as it relates to predicting and detecting health issues in the human body. For instance, dogs have been known to have the ability to smell cancer and other maladies. Mr. Boyle, an electronics engineer formed a company, that designed and created … [Read more...]

Have you ever wondered how you can enjoy deliciously house-brewed coffee in your own home? Katherine Marko speaks about how to brew these favorites at home, without needing to use excessive amounts of processed sugar, sodium, or artificial flavors. First, of Marko suggests choosing organic coffee … [Read more...]

The CDC released a new report stating that 2/3 of US children have at least one sugary drink per day, with 30 percent having at least two a day. Sugar can cause high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes and obesity n children. The American Heart Association recommends no more than 100 calories of sugar per … [Read more...]

Powassan virus which is carried by the deer tick can be deadlier and lead to more permanent disability than Lyme disease, also carried by deer ticks. The disease, leading to death or brain damage was carried by ticks that did not bite humans but now that deer ticks are carriers, human transmission … [Read more...]

Styes are painful lumps that appear in the eyelid. hey are noncontagious and usually resolve in two weeks you can see a doctor and get a prescription if you want to get rid of it sooner but there are natural ways to get rid of them too. You need to temporarily stop using contact lenses and make up. … [Read more...]

Nutritional guidelines are always changing as new things are discovered and implemented. You'll be surprised if you read the guidelines from the past. They've changed a lot even in the past five years due to new ideas and opinions. Doctors are often behind this. We respect their advice and often … [Read more...]

Yellow fruits and vegetables have several properties that are good for your overall health and we're being. Lemons are high in nutrients, most importantly vitamin C, benefits of lemons include liver detox and better digestion. Pineapple is an effective anti inflammatory and can even be used after … [Read more...]

KFC has announced that by the end of 2018, it will stop using mostly antibiotics on the chickens that they serve. Antibiotics are traditionally a used in chicken feed creates larger birds that can do better in massively cramped conditions. Antibiotics used in any livestock feed can produce a crisis … [Read more...]

The general consensus of dietitians is the more color in a food, the better it is for you. For colorless foods this means they get a reputation, and mostly rightly so, of being not so nutritious, but some are the exceptions and should be added. Bananas, are a great source of fiber and worth the … [Read more...]

Hope can be hard to keep up but is good for us emotionally. It's important not to lose it because we can despair. We can get very depressed. This talks about escaping that and can help us if we feel we can't get away from it. Negative feelings can sometimes take hold of us but we shouldn't let them … [Read more...]

Running is a great workout. It is good for the heart and other parts of the body. Other exercise is also good. It can even help you live longer. If you don't exercise regularly you should start so you can begin reaping the benefits right away. These can also be mental. Exercise will make you feel … [Read more...]

Studies show that one in every three people grind their teeth. There are two forms of this. The first is called awake bruxism and the second is sleep bruxism. The first form usually happens to individuals that experience stress or anxiety. Sleep bruxism is a "sleep-related movement," in which the … [Read more...]

Without proper exercise, life expectancy and diseases are greater. A recent study shows that bicycling to work helps to decrease these factors. A big study done at the University of Glasgow had over 260,000 participants. All of these people had some form of transportation assigned for 5 years from … [Read more...]

Lingonberries are at the top if you are looking for a super berry. It is packed with antioxidants and body enhancing phytonutrients. Some benefits of lingonberries are that since they are full of antioxidants that help prevent bacterial infection. They have been found to have bacteria-fighting … [Read more...]

GMO foods are very controversial. Glyphosate is a pesticide used frequently on GMO foods and is a contributor to this controversy. Glyphosate has been judged as a possible carcinogenic and considered as a possible cause of neurological effects as well as a contributor to diabetes. Glyphosate is a … [Read more...]

Athletes are becoming more in tune with mental abilities and the powers of the mind. Danielle Crempola is a runner who suffered a back injury requiring surgery. When she was ready to return to physical competition she found it was very discouraging and she was not able to return to her peak … [Read more...]

lot of individuals, myself included, are product junkies. From our shampoos and conditioners to our body washes, every day we use these product and they go into our sewer systems. Although a lot of these products make our hair shinier, our skin smoother and our scents sweeter, many of them are … [Read more...]

Is Mio water flavorings good for masking plain old water or is it actually not good for you? Mio actually contains harmful ingredients such as propylene glycol, acesulfame potassium, Potassium Sorbate, “natural flavor”(which ingredients are still made in a laboratory), and sucralose which are all … [Read more...]

Three cardiologists in different nations have presented the theory that heart disease is not, as previously though, to be caused by saturated fat. Cardiologists from London, California and Stevenage in England conducted research that led them to theorize that there is no correlation between the … [Read more...]

An online college newspaper has a feature on how women can enjoy good urinary health. The piece's main point is that a healthy gut can help prevent urinary tract infections. It recommends obtaining prebiotics as well as probiotics. Prebiotics are found in garlic and dandelion greens. As for … [Read more...]

A health news website has an opinion piece written by a nutritionist. He attempts to debunk the myth that vegetable oils are good for people. He contends that they are not. He says these oils are often processed polyunsaturated fats, which become dangerous when exposed to heat and light. These … [Read more...]

Drinking your water cold can cause harm to your body. Instead, you should drink water at a warm or hot temperature. Cold water saps your nutrient stores while the body tries to recover from the drop in temperature created by cold water. Cold water can also drop your heart rate , create an infected … [Read more...]

A website maintained by a tv network has a story about a mapping project currently involving Google. The search engine company is working with Duke and Stanford Universities. The project will involve 10,000 people. Some will be healthy, and others will be sick. The participants will be fitted … [Read more...]

Egg shells, usually tossed in the trash can be very nutritious. A typical shell contains 2 grams of calcium, it promotes muscle and bone health but is a remedy for stomach issues like heartburn. To avoid any illness from bacteria contamination, eggshells should be boiled and dried then powdered … [Read more...]

The Mayo Clinic defines asthma as a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and produce extra mucus. Asthma can make breathing difficult, trigger wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. With the number of Americans that suffer from asthma becoming higher and higher scientist are … [Read more...]

The website for a major news network has a piece about worms that eat plastic. A scientist working under the University of Cambridge researched the wax worm, considered a pest for beekeeping. She and her team found that the worm was capable of breaking down plastic bags, which are considered not … [Read more...]

Alison Kerr Courtney, founder of Bilbioremedy, is also known as the Book Whisperer. She's developed a new therapy, people tell them their troubles and she matches them with a book that is therapeutic to their situations. A new study in Journal Trends in Cognitive Science, reports that this type of … [Read more...]

Apple Cider Vinegar, literally crushed apples and vinegar, is one of the most multifunctional beauty and health secrets. This has been utilized since ancient times and still used today and has many benefits. It is a staple for beauty, skincare, and overall health. It can be used as an aid to … [Read more...]

New findings in one of the largest, longest studies from China (7 years and 500,000 people) has found that eating fruit is beneficial for EVERYONE, even those with diabetes. For those who are diabetic, health professionals have cautioned them away from fruit due to the high sugar/glucose levels. … [Read more...]

This type of diabetes is one you get from your lifestyle in most cases. It is not the kind developed in childhood. Many have linked it to poor eating habits. It's believed that if you consume too much sugar you are at risk. Apparently the same is true of fatty acids so that should also be monitored. … [Read more...]

The negative side effects of having a desk job can include an aching lower back;a stiff neck; wrist pain; and, above all, weight gain. The Alternative Daily offers healthy work lifestyle recommendations such as building a "perfect" work space, opting for healthy snacks, and practicing "mindful … [Read more...]

When children swing on a swing set, the synchronous movement they experience with other children on swings encourages cooperation off of the playground. A study published in Experimental Child Psychology has shown that synchronization teaches cooperative skills. By swinging together, the children … [Read more...]

Inflammation can be a struggle to deal with. While acute inflammation is fine and helps protect the body and cells chronic inflammation isn't. If chronic inflammation goes without being diagnosed for quite some time it can cause problem and bring on worse things such as autoimmune disorders, … [Read more...]

Recently, Colorado has taken a first step in fighting genetically modified food. They have banned certain crops from being grown on county-owned land. They will also ban pesticides known as neonics which have been attributed to the decimation of the bee population. Starting in January, county … [Read more...]

A study was conducted on participants over 30 who were tested for memory and brain anatomy as seen on MRI. Participants who consumed sugary drinks, including fruit juices and sodas, on a daily basis had both a lower score on memory tests as well as a lower brain volume. The tests also showed that … [Read more...]

A recent study in this month's Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology reports that increasing bicarbonate levels in your body by ingesting baking soda can extend your life. Bicarbonate promotes better PH levels in your system, older people with better PH levels were proven to live … [Read more...]

The vitamin c defeiency affects a great many deal of people everywhere. It can be all times of things that lead to a vitiman c deference but the leading favor itself does affect everyone. I am unaffected with he deficiency itself but the affect suffer a great deal. The pain leading and the following … [Read more...]

All types of bugs can carry diseases. The different bugs that exist now can affect you and or someone you know in a horrible way, the toxins that exist in the air now can affect the nature that we live in the can cause all different types of genetic outbursts that can lead to mutation in specific … [Read more...]

All different types of foods have been shown to aid digestion. The different affects that the foods have on people varies from person to person. A great deal of us can eat better foods to take advantage of making advances when it comes to better eating and foods giving better health benefits for … [Read more...]

Sue Peckham put a lot of effort into losing weights, but was largely unsuccessful. With her partner James Holmes, she began an effort to find what truly helps people lose weight. Her keys to weight loss involve sticking to natural food. She claims people should get in the habit of eating healthy as … [Read more...]

What makes foods healthy? The USDA is working to set out guidelines on just how the word healthy can be used on food. According to dietary experts the less processed a food is the healthier it is but not all food even though it contains chemicals is unhealthy. Chemicals alone don't completely … [Read more...]

The liver regulates cholesterol and blood sugar and is important for fat metabolism. Increasing unhealthy lifestyles are raising incidence of lover disease, often leading to death. Researchers have found that omega-3 fatty acids can repair a damaged liver, especially in overweight people if the … [Read more...]

With statistics provided by the CDC, researchers from NYU examined the incidence of psychological distress prevalent in Americans. They found that 3.4 percent of Americans, more women than men, and more minorities were experiencing serious psychological distress. They could not find specific reasons … [Read more...]

Mosquitoes are a nuisance and uninvited guest that no one wants to see, but sadly, they oftentimes make their way to a patio near you when the weather is warm. If you are sick and tired of mosquitos bothering you every time that you are on your patio, it is time to put your foot down (on the … [Read more...]

Gastrointestinal health is most important. What is eaten needs to be good for the gut, otherwise we are injuring our gut track with bacteria that is hard for our body to process. Eating foods with a good probiotic will help digest the foods that the body otherwise digest. Bad gut health can lead to … [Read more...]

If you are in pain, you want to stop it as quickly as possible, and usually aren't thinking about the repercussions of your actions, so long as the pain stops. Some people take acetaminophen with Ibuprofen because they think that putting the two together is going to help stop the pain quicker. But … [Read more...]

If you are like most people, you are always looking for simple ways to make your lifestyle a little healthier. There are many ways that you can do that, including with very simple food swaps. Taking one item out and replacing it with a healthier option has dramatic benefits to your health, making it … [Read more...]

What is it that you crave today? Sometimes you want something salty, like a nice cracker, but other times, nothing sounds more indulgent than a nice slice of milk chocolate cake. Why is it that you are craving these foods? There are a few reasons why you might find that you are craving one or the … [Read more...]

Recently scientists from George Mason University discovered a substance in Komodo Dragon blood that can kill bacteria. The substance, called DRGN-1 was able to punch holes in the membranes of both gram positive and gram negative bacteria, dissolved bacterial-bonding biofilm and can speed skin … [Read more...]

Almost 50 percent of people who have heart attacks have silent heart attacks, they don't realize at the time that an attack is happening. The evidence shows up later on with an EKG or blood test. The patient might have a high pain tolerance and not notice the pain. Pain can also be located away from … [Read more...]

Regular brushing can eliminate oral bacteria that is thought to cause cancer. A recent study correlated breast cancer with women who had poor oral health or gum disease, they have oral microbes linked to the cancer. Pancreatic cancer has also been shown to have a correlation. Bacteria found in bowel … [Read more...]

The International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition has reported research proving probiotics reduces weight and BMI. In overweight adults, consuming more than one probiotic over an eight week period had the best results. It's important to maintain healthy gut microbes because the unhealthy … [Read more...]

IBS is a condition that millions of people are dealing with on a daily basis. This condition can affect a person's health, as well as their lifestyle, in an abundance of ways. If you are dealing with IBS and want to regain the life that you've lost, the nine coping tips listed here make it much … [Read more...]

Many people make it a point to add organic foods to their shopping list, believing these items are safer to consume and filled with more nutrients than other products that are on the market. But, is there any truth to these statements, or is it just more hype that you've heard along the way? It is … [Read more...]

Westpark Elementary School of Fort Worth 's students will now be offered healthier lunches. A salad bar was installed in the school's cafeteria on March 22. Fort Worth plans to install four more salad bars in other schools this year. Fort Worth mayor Betsy Price reports that healthy kids are better … [Read more...]

One of the leading causes of disabilities in older people is a bone fracture. A new study has proven Magnesium's role in maintains bone health and preventing fractures. Researchers at the Universities of Bristol and Eastern Finland found that men with lower serum Magnesium were more prone to bone … [Read more...]

Springtime often comes with congestion and trouble breathing there are several reasons why. Season allergies release histamine into your system causing congestion and runny nose. Sinusitis is an infection of the sensitive sinus tissues causing congestion and face pain. Allergic asthma can cause lung … [Read more...]

Is your chest hurting? Maybe it is time that you pay attention to this pain, because even when a doctor is unable to determine the cause, it may be your sign of a higher heart attack risk. So many people learn the hard way that unexplained chest pain can be as serious as you think it is. You should … [Read more...]

The3 Amazon forest is home to medical miracles. Venomous snakes such as rattlesnakes have been prized for their ability to produce their type of venom, which has health benefits as well. Know we have the study of a rare reptile that looks more like a dinosaur, the Komodo dragon, that has health … [Read more...]

Iron and calcium are two very important minerals for skeletal system health and preventing fractures and breaks of bones. But did you know that magnesium could be just as important? Whether you take this supplements naturally as part a varied and healthy diet or take it in artificial forms such as … [Read more...]

Emerging information from researches in the United Kingdom suggests that magnesium plays a large role in bone strength: if you have too little magnesium, you risk bone fractures, whereas high levels of magnesium may actually strengthen bone health. This comes as important news to many, particularly … [Read more...]

It is common knowledge that your should drink plenty of water, both in its natural form and in other forms as well, including juices and other fluids. A recent study has shown that drinking essential oils that your body needs, in addition to the minimum water levels needed for everyday useage by … [Read more...]

Everyone wants to lose some of their body fat, especially as the beach beckens and the temperatures warm up with the approach of summer. Most people automatically assume that a food that they need to get rid of to help them with their goal of losing weight is chocolate. However, studies have shown … [Read more...]

There's now more reason to eat your food slowly. New evidence suggest that people who eat their food slower burn more calories. We all know that burning more calories than what we consume each day is vital to maintain proper body weight. When you have the chance to burn more calories, isn't it … [Read more...]

Studies find that children's weight, not age, are a factor in how much Omega-3 they absorb. Omega-3 fatty acids benefit health in ways such as increasing good cholesterol and lowering blood pressure. They occur in foods such as walnuts, soybeans and salmon. Parents need to remember to increase … [Read more...]

Medical science researchers are now looking to new potential information on how cancers thrive and exploring the possibility that said information may assist in the treatment of certain cancers. In sum, a characteristic of certain cancers known as "don't eat me" may be able to actually treat … [Read more...]

Thinking of your body as something that requires good fuel as a key to managing your metabolism. It also requires a certain amount of activity or exercise to keep it functioning at peak levels. Learn here how the system works and what you should and shouldn't include. How much exercise do you … [Read more...]

The Navy SEALS, one of America's super elite fighting units, may soon be using brain stimulation technology to expand their concentration levels from 20 minutes to 20 hours. Rear Adm. Tim Szymanski, commanding officer of the Navy special operations unit, has called for develop of such a technology, … [Read more...]

Ways to fight obesity have been the subject of numerous books and supplements. There are some herbs and medicines that can address obesity to a small degree and Chinese scientists may have discovered extracts from Thunder God Vine called Celastrol can boost cell metabolism and help prevent obesity. … [Read more...]

Springtime means that a lot of people are undertaking some spring cleaning. If you are one of these people, a great place to start on cleaning is to change your pillows. Research has shown that millions of bugs reside in our pillows called dust mites. They eat the skin scales that shed off people … [Read more...]

Bedbugs are not just in the fables any more. These bugs are very real, and they might just be hiding out in your home. But, where would a bedbug hide? Commonly, it is the bed, but that's only one of the many places a bedbug will live. Learn more now about their hiding spots, as well as the bites … [Read more...]

People are always talking about their diets. What is best what isn't. Many people love to eat meat while there are others that think that you shouldn't eat it at all. It is a great debate on the pros and cons of each side. There are many good reasons to go vegan. One is that it is better for the … [Read more...]

Author Erin Elizabeth writes about how the cotton industry is directly linked to the clothing company, and how most of the cotton provided for said clothing comes from genetically modified crops from the Monsanto corporation. The author then goes on to show the darker side of growing cotton, such as … [Read more...]

People don't often think that they are going to get poisoned in their own home. It does happen however, this is especially true for small children who don't know what they are doing. If you want to poison proof your bathroom then you need to do things like keep all medications in a sealed container, … [Read more...]

Cancer is a fairly common disease. Its terrifying to think about as it can be quite deadly. There ae some things that you can do to make sure that you are taking care of yourself if you or a loved one is diagnosed with some form of cancer. First you should make sure that you are following your … [Read more...]

A fact that many people may not realize is that March is nutrition month. There are many herbs and supplements out there that promise optimum health, but basic good nutrition is the most important factor is promoting good health. Nutrients from different foods provide what our body needs to live to … [Read more...]

It's well established that french fries are absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, they are also very unhealthy mainly because they are cooked using partially hydrogenated oils which have trans fats. What if there was a better oil to use in the making of french fries? There are definitely better oils … [Read more...]

For a long time, beginning when she was determined to have Sort 1 diabetes as a 19-month-old, Jamie Kurtzigs guardians alternated awakening like clockwork, each night of the year, to check her glucose. The sickness can be treated with infused insulin, however it is dubious to coordinate the insulin … [Read more...]

There are some people who spend most of their time counting calories. It is understandable as the author spend more then half of his life counting calories for the benefit of diet and nutrition. Over the summer the author decided to lose weight and took active to change behaviors in terms of how the … [Read more...]