With Independence Day right around the corner, you might be thinking picnics, parades, and fireworks shows. There’s one of those three that stands out when it comes to the danger factor, and it’s not either of the two that start with the letter “P.” Fireworks can be a lot of fun to watch, but try […]
Category: Miscellaneous
May 11, 2016
Why You Sweat (And Why It’s Important)
To many, sweating might be a total (or at least partial) mystery. You might have heard that sweating is your body’s way of cooling off . . . but then why does it feel like the more you sweat, the hotter you get? In general, sweat is a sticky subject because there are so many […]
May 10, 2016
When Tragedy Strikes: The Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Imagine this: you’ve been blessed with a beautiful new baby. You obviously love and cherish the new addition to your family sphere. Perhaps you feel you’ve been blessed with the one thing that will bring you joy and happiness for the rest of your life. And then, in an instant, it’s all gone. Sudden Infant […]
May 10, 2016
Gender Inequity: A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy?
fem•i•nist [fem-uh-nist] noun 1. an advocate of social, political, legal, and economic rights for women equal to those of men. I don’t call myself a feminist, frankly because I find the term to be rather tautologous. As a young female professional, saying I am pro-women’s rights is like a botanist saying they are pro-plants… well, […]
April 23, 2016
Why you cannot find organic versions of your favorite foods …
Ever wonder why it’s so hard to find organic versions of some of your favorite foods? It’s because we’re still not growing enough organics in America. As demand for organic food soars, major retailers like Costco are unable to keep up. That’s because less than 1 percent of American farmland is dedicated to growing organic crops. […]
April 22, 2016
11 Amazing Health Benefits of Pink Himalayan Salt
When I showed my mom pink Himalayan salt, she immediately thought that it had been dyed. “How can that be healthier for you if it’s been colored,” she said. As you walk through the grocery aisles, you’ll often notice an array of low-salt or reduced salt options. There is a clear demand for healthier options, […]
April 8, 2016
Causes of Diabetes
Certain factors that contribute to the development of diabetes are Heredity Heredity is a major factor. That diabetes can be inherited has been known for centuries. However, the pattern of inheritance is not fully understood. Statistic indicates that those with a family history of the disease have a higher risk of developing diabetes than those […]
April 7, 2016
Carbohydrates, High Blood Sugars, Diabetes – know the connection?
There is a strong connection between carbohydrates, high blood sugars and diabetes. Carbohydrates give your body the energy, or fuel, it needs to function properly. There are two types of carbohydrates; simple and complex. Simple carbohydrates are in foods such as fruit sugar, corn or grape sugar and table sugar. They are single-sugar molecules. Complex […]
April 5, 2016
All About Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, and Types
While talking about diabetes, you may be frightened from the idea that you may have it. Or maybe, you may have it in the future. You want to know if you are at risk to develop diabetes and anxiously you’re looking to find if you have any diabetes symptom. Diabetes affects the manner in which […]
January 13, 2016
Need a Reason to Hit the Beach? Exploring the Benefits of Coastal Health and Healing
“Live in the Sunshine, Swim the Sea, Drink the Wild Air…” -Ralph Waldo Emerson Ever notice you’re more alert, calm, relaxed, and in better spirits after a day at the beach? The invigorating fresh air, the soothing sound of the ocean waves, and the warm sun are some of the reasons we love to spend […]
