You might want to sit down for this one. The government is not quite known for always being on the up-and-up when it comes to reporting certain information and making public what the public deserves to know. Information in documents has been blacked out with marker, loopholes change with the wind and doublespeak runs rampant. That, we know. Here's the part you should sit down … [Read more...]
5 Reasons To Do Squats Every Day
Squats are a mainstay in just about every program for trainers and athletes. The move has a variety of benefits for every body, no matter where you are in your fitness endeavors. The strength, power, flexibility and balance that can be gained from squats should make this exercise a staple in any routine. The variations of squats allow for us to perform the move every day, … [Read more...]
Adorable Photos Proving That Your Kids Need A Cat
Dogs get a lot of love as awesome family pets, but don't write cats off. When they are not planning world domination, cats can be wonderful purring companions for children. Though they are excellent family pets, make sure your cat is socialized and that your children understand your cat's boundaries - they may get a nasty scratch otherwise! Some fear that children may run the … [Read more...]
The Most Creative Pies That Are Too Cool To Eat
Not all pies are created equal. Some, like mine, are miserable trainwrecks, while others, like the amazing pies on this list, are culinary masterpieces. Working with pies is different from working with cakes because, by most standards, fondant and icing don't cut it – you need to use the pie's pastry and filling to work your magic. If you've created a beautiful pie that you'd … [Read more...]
The Scary Truth Behind E-Cigarettes
A recent craze in the world of smoking has taken the population by storm. With the introduction of e-cigarettes people believe they have found an alternative for tobacco products. But is this really true? By the looks of things e-cigarettes seem like the perfect solution to the cancer causing tobacco products that have ruled for decades. Tobacco has been known to cause cancer, … [Read more...]
Lose Weight Naturally With 6 BIG Breakfast Smoothies
When I say big, I don’t mean in size but in power. Starting your day off with any one of these nutrient rich breakfast smoothie blends will keep your belly full but your bulge burning. Packed with some of the best fruits and vegetables, each one of these recipes are proven effective at staving off hunger and keeping your energy levels balanced. HERE IS A BRIEF … [Read more...]
‘Granny’ Hair Trend: Young Women Are Dyeing Their Hair Gray
Young women around the world have gotten fed up with how good older silver vixens can sometimes look with their gray hair and have started dying their hair gray as well. Whether it's an act of jealous appropriation or a tacit nod to the older ladies that know how to rock their silver locks, this gray hair trend has a way of turning heads. Whether you're young or old, we want … [Read more...]
7 Things Your Gas Is Trying To Tell You
We hate to break it to you, but gas is just a fact of life—sure, it can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, but it happens to the best of us. But if you're dealing with more frequent gas than usual, your body might be trying to send you some hints about how it's functioning. Read on to see if one of these culprits is behind your sudden stinkiness. Your bacteria is out of … [Read more...]
Alternative Doctors You Should Consider Seeing
By Peg Moline Going outside the normal MD route might land you more palatable options for chronic complaints like insomnia, stress, or back pain than the usual prescription drug-or-surgery solution. If you are considering seeing an alternative specialist (and we'll tell you why you should, below), here are a couple things to keep in mind: Tell your regular doctor if … [Read more...]
Why Exercise Won’t Counteract The Effects Of Sitting All Day
I admit it. I'm a standing addict. I use a standing desk when I see patients; at conferences my spot is always in the back so I can roam the edges of the room; at restaurants I own the bar seat so I can push the chair back and stand. I'm not happy on airplanes. On a recent trip, I told the flight attendant that sitting for the next 90 minutes was going to shorten my life span, … [Read more...]
14 Reasons Why Having A Guy Best Friend Is Better Than A Boyfriend
Having a boyfriend is obviously fantastic for many reasons. But, there’s an undeniable awesomeness that comes with having a truly platonic male best friend. Here are 14 reasons why a good boy friend beats having a boyfriend: He’s in it for the long haul. What does the second “F” in BFF stand for? Oh yeah, that’s right:forever. Simply put, unlike a boyfriend, who could … [Read more...]
What’s A Normal Amount Of Times To Get Up And Pee At Night?
By Andrew Weil, MD Waking up occasionally to use the bathroom is nothing to worry about. But if it consistently happens at least twice a night, you may have a condition called nocturia that can impede the restorative nature of sleep, affecting your daytime performance and mood. In a recent study of women over 40, more than a third reported experiencing nocturia. Diuretic … [Read more...]
Effective Home Remedies To Treat Dark Neck
We are not careful enough about our neck, when we damage our facial skin with regular massage treatments and parlor facials. The majority of individuals nowadays never put water on their neck while washing their faces. What about hydrating? Is it enough simply to hydrate your face? This low maintenance of the neck skin results in dark unsightly areas, wrinkles and blemishes. … [Read more...]
Why We’re All Deficient In Magnesium, The Many Signs & What To Do
Signs of magnesium deficiency are everywhere in the United States, if you know what to look for. Unfortunately, the symptoms are so incredibly common that they constantly slip under the radar! Hardly anyone, especially doctors, notice that the ailments we suffer from on a daily basis are actually magnesium deficiency symptoms… and we’re all paying for it. Just about … [Read more...]
Non Toxic Long Lasting Organic Deodorant
There are some things in life that you would suspect to be perfectly innocent, but it just is not so. Take deodorant for example you use it so other people will want to be around you, but you are unknowingly hurting your health! Antiperspirants work by plugging your sweat glands temporarily with an aluminum-based compound. They are specifically related to breast cancer because … [Read more...]
Do This One Thing Every Morning To Jump Start Weight Loss
Everything is toxic the food we eat, the air we breathe, the beauty products we use, and even the chemicals on our produce our world is toxic. All of the outside contamination cause our bodies to create mucous or fatty tissue to avoid an immune feedback from occurring, or in other words the fat stores the toxins. This is a straightforward method to begin the fat … [Read more...]
Couple Crossed Paths in a Home Movie — 16 Years Before They Met
When Jourdan Barovick and Ryan Spencer went on a blind date in 2004, they assumed they were meeting each other for the first time. But unbeknownst to them, the pair had already crossed paths over a decade earlier — and Jourdan's family had the old home movie to prove it. As they discovered while watching it, Jourdan and Ryan had been at the same place at the same time when … [Read more...]
Reason To Stop Drinking Mountain Dew
I recognized a disturbing trend a few years ago. The teens coming to my house for parties were bringing in cases of Mountain Dew for their contribution to the “snack pot luck” along with their typical MSG chips and high fructose corn syrup cookies. Was Coke and 7-Up losing favor? As The Real Food Revivalist, I welcome those from all “dietary faiths” into my home, even those … [Read more...]
CAUTION: Improper Sitting on the Toilet Can Cause Colon Cancer! Here’s Why
In today’s era of luxurious habits, the squat with bowel movements is referred to as old-fashioned and uncomfortable position. However, according to the latest research, the sitting position while sitting on the toilet is responsible for numerous diseases of our time. The Israeli newspaper “Journal of Medical Sciences” published a study that is about the sitting position with … [Read more...]
Clever Ways to Use Cotton Balls
You probably have a stash of these bathroom staples under your sink, idly awaiting manicure day. But they're useful for so much more than removing chipped polish or fixing a smudge. Here's how you can use cotton balls all over the house. 1. Remove pesky water spots. When chrome faucets, knobs, or other fixtures start to look a little polka-dotty,soak cotton balls in a … [Read more...]
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