In our modern world, “smart” tech is more common than ever. We’ve got smartphones at our fingertips, smart meters sending our home data to utility companies, and voice-activated speakers ready to do as we ask. There’s no denying that these gadgets have changed the way we live. But with great convenience come great concerns. These …
Fatty liver disease, a growing health crisis in the United States, is closely linked to the increasing consumption of genetically modified, high fructose corn syrup-filled products. The disease now affects roughly 100 million people nationwide, including a shocking number of children. Data from the Liver Foundation reveals that the prevalence of this disease has doubled …
In a world where parenting styles are as diverse as the children they shape, the debate on discipline and child behavior in educational settings continues to be a hot-button issue. It’s a conversation that can quickly turn from a quiet murmur to a roar, as evidenced by a recent experience shared by a nursery teacher …
Everyone is familiar with the multifarious uses of aluminum foil in the kitchen – be it preserving food freshness or cooking. However, there is a less common, but highly effective use of this versatile material that could save you a lot of money – using it in your laundry! Let’s delve into the how and …
There has been a lot of talk about the benefits of apple cider vinegar lately, and for good reason – it is both an anti-bacterial and an anti-fungal agent. Here’s a quick little bit of science behind cider vinegar. First apples are crushed and combined with yeast which converts their sugar to alcohol. Then, bacteria …
The ingredients used in McDonald’s fries go beyond the simple combination of oil, potatoes, and salt. While most people are aware of these three basic ingredients, the reality is that there is much more that goes into creating these fries. In different regions around the world, the list of ingredients can vary. However, the key …
Being someone who suffers from sleeping problems is not fun. We can end up being rather unhealthy due to late night snacks, prolonged exposure to phone screens or televisions, and even end up stressing way more than usual as well as it taking a major toll on our daily lives. I noticed that sometimes …
When someone asks me what the most important nutrients are that they should be getting, my response is: All of them. Fact is, your body must have the full array of nutrients to function the way it’s supposed to—nutrients are not optional. While all of the 2,000 or so vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients are impressive …
Every year, the unveiling of the Environmental Working Group’s ‘Clean Fifteen’ and ‘Dirty Dozen’ lists provides valuable guidance for health-conscious shoppers seeking the cleanest possible produce. The latest release continued the usual trend, except for a couple of common crops showing “less than one percent detectable pesticides,” even in non-organic forms. Yet, the pesticide conundrum …
Intermittent Fasting (IF), a weight loss method that alternates between periods of eating and fasting, has gained immense popularity over the years for its simplicity and the promise of effective weight loss. Typically, this regimen involves restricting food intake to a specific window of time each day, the most common being the 16:8 method, where …
Lemon water sounds like a good idea, and you’ve probably seen pictures on Pinterest of large pitchers of water with vibrant lemons and the top 10 reasons why you should be drinking it. It’s easy to take these images and lists at face value, and most won’t end up actually drinking lemon water regularly, rather be able tell their …
For millennia, various cultures have revered the bay leaf not just in the kitchen but also in medicine. Traditionally, these leaves have been turned into poultices, crumbled for therapeutic applications, or distilled into essential oils. An interesting and relatively contemporary practice involves burning bay leaves, with advocates asserting that the resulting smoke can confer a …