17 Jun 2014
Processed Red Meat Linked To Higher Risk Of Heart Failure
by Elizabeth Seward – Staff Writer Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. Recent research has proven that higher intake levels of processed red meat are linked to higher risks of heart failure. While the dangers of red meat have been confirmed by science over and over again, this most recent study out of
17 Jun 2014
Baby Basics: How To Make Your Own Baby Lotion
by Elizabeth Seward – Staff Writer I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the best products for newborns. I’m about to become a mom for the first time and it’s starting to hit me that I need to secure good and clean products for my little one ASAP, especially if they are affordable. My husband
17 Jun 2014
Diet Drinks Increase Heart Attack Risk
By Maylin Rodriguez-Paez RN Drink an occasional diet drink? You may want to reconsider, especially in light of the latest study. According to research presented at the American College of Cardiology’s 63rd Annual Scientific Session, women who drank diet drinks face a greater risk of heart attack and death compared to women who rarely drank
17 Jun 2014
Turmeric and Leukemia
Leukemia is a cancer that causes production of abnormal blood cells (usually white). There are several types of leukemia, classified based on whether it is acute or chronic. Acute lymphocytic leukemia usually affects children, while other types affect adults. Older adults, those exposed to chemical or ionizing radiation, those with Down syndrome, Hodgkin’s disease or
17 Jun 2014
The Mindset All Successful People Share
by Elizabeth Seward – Staff Writer Successful people tend to have a lot in common with one another. There are habits they often share – like getting up early – and there are skills they often share, too – like knowing when and how to delegate responsibilities. But I agree with a recent Inc. article
17 Jun 2014
5 Natural Dog Treats You Can Make Yourself
by Elizabeth Seward – Staff Writer It’s not always easy for people who don’t own dogs to fully comprehend how much a dog is a part of the family. I know that there are people out there who probably think I’m crazy for wanting to dehydrate meat into perfect dog treats for my canines. But
16 Jun 2014
Toxic Overload Theory: Another Look at Autism
by Traci Knight – Staff Writer Discussing autism can often lead to polarizing opinions with many experts taking the view that more comprehensive diagnosis is the reason for the 120% spike since 2002 and a 30% increase in just the last 2 years. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention went on record on March
16 Jun 2014
A Holistic Cancer Treatment Can Fight Prostate Cancer, But What Do You Know About It?
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among American men. The thing about most prostate cancers is that they grow slowly, and don’t cause any health problems in men who have them. Taking a PSA test may help you determine whether you have a prostate health problem. Conventional treatment, however, can cause serious side effects,
16 Jun 2014
10 Inspiring Quotes From The Lazy Yogi That Will Improve Your Day
by Elizabeth Seward – Staff Writer I came across The Lazy Yogi’s blog sort of randomly a few years ago on Tumblr. I started following him and immediately took note of how hard he works to have an intimate relationship with his readers. His thoughtful and personalized advice for readers who write into him resonates
16 Jun 2014
5 Unhealthy Foods Engineered to Be Addictive
by Martha Rosenberg – AlterNet Americans’ love affair with snacks is growing– along with their waistlines: the ubiquity of junk food, the ubiquity of junk food advertising, and stealth food technology. People who polish off a whole bag of chips or cookies at one sitting (usually in front of TV) are often doing exactly what
