A nutritious and balanced diet is essential if you want to keep your body in prime condition, so it stands to reason that eating the right foods can boost your hair health. Here, we take a look at some of the foods that may help to give you strong, lustrous locks - and examine other factors [...]
My hubby caught a cold a couple of weeks ago and it was a fierce one. I felt so bad for him. He was coughing, sneezing, wheezing and just plain miserable. He is not really natural-healing-oriented but he doesn't like to take much conventional medicine either, so the cold just dragged on. That's when headed to the kitchen [...]
The hustle and bustle of daily life can cause extreme stress. As a result, there are many people who decide to go on a yoga and meditation retreat. There are a number of benefits that are offered by these guided visualization meditation retreats--and more than a few attendees who claim that it changes their lives. Are you [...]
Depression is a menace millions of women and men have to cope with. This can happen to people due to a number of factors. Stress, trauma and insecurity often lead to a feeling of depression in people from various age groups. To alleviate this menace, you can resort to various measures nowadays. From taking a small vacation to trying medication, [...]
The average person spends about 90% of their time indoors. With percentages this high, it is safe to say that indoor air has a lot more impact on our health than outdoor air quality. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, approximately six out of 10 residential and commercial properties are detrimental to your health as a result [...]
There are plenty of us who wouldn’t even dream of starting their day any other way than with a freshly brewed coffee to stir your senses and get you ready for what lies ahead. With brands like Keurig® coffee makers around, there is every chance that you can make yourself the perfect cup of coffee every [...]
For many people, having pain in their feet after a day on the job is a regular occurrence that they learn to deal with over time. As you begin to age, this problem will become increasingly worse and in some cases can render you immobile. The only way that you will be able to get the [...]
Juices that are fresh and composed of organic items have a cleansing action that acts much like a store-bought laxative. This can help you to safely and effectively eliminate issues with constipation. When you use a juice cleanse on a regular basis, it will ensure you have regular bowel movements, keeping your intestines healthy. Being able [...]
You’ve just been diagnosed with cancer. But, not just any cancer. Mesothelioma. For most, it’s a death sentence. But, for you, there might just be a way out. Here are some simple steps for coping with your diagnosis. Assemble Your A-Team Cancer survivors all have one thing in common: they never go it alone. You need [...]
As long as there have been sports there have been injuries. And as long as there have been injuries people have developed equipment designed to prevent sports injuries. However, as athletes get bigger, stronger, and faster, yesterday’s equipment is not enough to protect today’s athlete. Thus, sports equipment manufacturers are constantly looking to develop new gear [...]
If you follow current events, you most certainly have heard of the opioid epidemic that is destroying lives in America today. However, while this crisis is certainly worthy of the attention it is receiving and a great effort is being made to treat opioid addiction, the unfortunate truth is that other forms of drug dependency still continue to pose serious [...]
How often have you paused in your day to take a breath? Unplug? We live crazy lives and because of that, many times our health—mental, physical, emotional, and even spiritual lives—get pushed back or forgotten. If we live this way for too long, we can easily burn out. Instead, it’s important to make time every day to [...]
An innocent prescription for painkillers from the doctor can lead to a darker problem that is growing in this country. Opioid painkiller addiction is steadily on the rise. The American Society of Addiction Medicine state in their study on addiction for the year 2013 that "1.9 million Americans live with prescription opioid abuse or dependence, while 517,000 [...]
Spring is an exciting time for most. The weather gets warmer, flower bloom, and the days get longer. But for those of us who suffer with allergies, it can also be an uncomfortable time of itchy eyes and a runny nose. Though you can't control the pollen in your neighborhood, you can control it in your garden [...]
Winter is the cold and flu season, but springtime can bring sickness, too. Catching a cold just as warm weather begins is one of the worst ways to start the year, but as long as you have a handful of these natural remedies, you should start feeling better faster. Homemade Inhaler If you have asthma [...]
Are you suffering from acne or the unsightly scars caused by it? Acne--be it moderate or severe--tends to leave scars which are intolerable at times, but can be treated with immense care. These scars, known as acne holes, are consequences of damaged underlying skin support after acne--which later creates a hole-like appearance. With acne comes misconceptions and mythical [...]
Your skin plays an important part in defending against infections and protecting you from harmful elements, which is why it's important to take care of it. Individuals of all ages should be vigilant in keeping it healthy. There are numerous natural methods that aid in skin health, including eating right and limiting exposure to the sun. General [...]
It’s not a nice thing to think about, but drug use amongst young people is a reality parents these days have to face. Drug test kits are available for home use, but should you make your kids take the test? As much as it won’t be an easy thing to do, there are actually several good [...]
If you suffer from regular back pain, you will not need to be told how difficult it can be to get on with your daily life without feeling burdened and distracted by the aches and pains you are experiencing. There are a number of things you can do to alleviate the pain, including finding the most effective mattress to relieve back [...]
People who have chronic conditions in their neck and back usually have to deal with a lot of pain on a daily basis. In most cases, these people will just have to learn to deal with the pain, but there are ways that they can get help. Pain management is one of the most popular ways [...]
Each year, new diseases and epidemics are emerging among populations across the globe. The challenges to medical and public health professionals are daunting. Fortunately, as technology advances, new ways of tracking outbreaks are continually evolving. One of those technologies is powerful tool that is helping epidemiologists monitor diseases and pinpoint their causes: Medical Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Mapping Technology. GIS [...]
While veganism is a way of life that aims to exclude reliance on or the misuse of animals as much as possible while still existing in the modern world, many people have taken up a vegan diet without consideration or awareness of ethical veganism. A vegan diet is a special way of eating--a diet that is [...]
For most people, staying in a good state of health is a top priority and something they will go to great lengths to achieve. There are a number of different ways to increase your overall level of health, but none are quite as effective as taking part in massage therapy. With all of the different types [...]
When it comes to health maintenance, most of our attention is paid to our weight and whether or not we can turn our muffin tops into six packs. It’s true that maintaining a healthy weight and body structure can help prevent a host of problems, but it isn’t the only key to a healthy body. In [...]
