So, does the herbal remedy work, or not? Most recently, there has been a study released refuting the effectiveness of black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) for the use of controlling menopausal symptoms. This is on the heels of other studies which revealed that black cohosh is indeed helpful for women suffering […]
General Health
Organic vs. Non-Organic
The recent Stanford conclusion that organic food is no better than non-organic food is filled holes. For example, “Not included in the publicly-available abstract or press release was the fact that pesticide residues were found in 7 percent of organics and 38 percent of conventional foods. In relative terms, that’s […]
Desiring Weight Loss? Get to Sleep!
Research is confirming what has been suspected for a long time: that getting sufficient sleep is important in maintaining appropriate weight. Some of this is due to hormonal changes, and some is due simply to eating more when we are sleepy. Read more here.
Antiobiotics Negate Sausage Preservatives
The gist: Residual antibiotics given to animals end up negating the efforts to use bacteria to keep uncured sausage safe. Curious: read more here.
Green Tea News
Just more reasons to be including healthy green tea in your daily diet! Click here.
Coconut Oil–For Teeth, Too
New studies are revealing that coconut oil may also be beneficial for the health of your teeth, too! Read more here.
Sleep–It’s good for your brain!
More evidence that sleep is good for your brain! It appears to benefit those with Parkinson’s. And sleep apnea is seen as a risk factor for memory problems.
Alkalinize
Although it has been around for years now, athletes are now promoting alkalinizing as a way to improve work-out performance. The standard American diet (SAD) is primarily an acidic one–woefully shy of vegetables and fruits. So now, alkalinizing supplements are becoming the fad. Here is a recent article. Please, stick […]
Trying to Conceive? Get Fit
Research is confirming what is not a big surprise: obesity in men reduces their fertility. This is likely due, at least in part, to the increased estrogen production of adipose cells. So, if you are planning are starting a family, prioritize getting fit! To your health, too!!!!
BPA Linked to Heart Disease
This study is the first to find a link between BPA (commonly found in most plastics) and heart disease. Choose glass containers, paper bags, wooden toys, whole foods (not pre-packaged), etc. This will not only help your health but reduce your carbon footprint!!
