We have all been taught that our genes dictate our futures, a roadmap for our bodies and our health. These genes are set upon birth, predetermined, and there is nothing that we can do to change that destiny. New studies are calling this belief into question. What are Cruciferous Vegetables? Cruciferous vegetables are also known […]
Everyone can appreciate a good glass of milk, especially in combination with some of your favorite cereal. However, studies show that commercial milk producers are hiding hormones in their products! Just like basically every commercial food product out there, milk has been contaminated too. For some odd reason, business CEO’s think that it is such […]
Razors are something that has become an essential part of today’s society. Whether you’re a man or a woman, you’re going to need a razor eventually. So which ones should you avoid and which ones should you trust? Razors might seem pretty harmless, and besides the fact that they’re extremely sharp blades, they are pretty […]
No matter what you like to have for breakfast, eggs have always been a family favorite in the mornings. They might just be more beneficial than you think too! Eggs have recently been given a bad connotation because of high cholesterol fears, but new studies show that they are actually pretty beneficial for you. In […]
I don’t know about you guys, but I hate going to the dentist. Just think about it; those scraping tools on your front teeth – just gives me shivers thinking about it. Regardless of what you’re getting performed at the dentist, it’s never any fun. However, we do need to go to the dentist. We […]
Summertime is here, and you know what that means. It’s time for some fun in the sun, but you also have to be careful, especially when it comes to pool time. We all now the associated risk of swimming is drowning, of course. But that’s not the only risk swimming poses. Of course, you have […]
Do you deal with high stress levels? Do you often find yourself feeling tired, or notice that you are gaining weight despite having made no changes to your diet or workout habits? The answer may come back to high cortisol levels! What is Cortisol? Cortisol is often referred to as the ‘stress hormone’ as it […]
Your sense of smell is incredibly powerful. A single smell can bring back a flood of memories of your childhood, reminding you of a weekend at the cottage, or a summer vacation in Florida. As the only one of the senses that is directly linked to the limbic system of the brain, which is known […]
The number of different cleanse and detox options available online can be overwhelming, each claiming to be better and more effective than the last. Some lay out specific meals to follow, others promote 3 days of nothing but juice, and everything in between. Rather than struggling through 3 days of hunger, trying to satisfy yourself […]
Most recognized for being the main spice in curry, turmeric is a spice that is commonly used in Asian foods. Often used for flavoring or coloring curry powders, butters, cheese and mustards, turmeric also boasts many medical benefits. Turmeric has been found to have antioxidant, antimicrobial, choleretic, anti-inflammatory and carminative effects. It contains over 100 […]