I’m a man. That much can be determined simply by my birth-doctor’s admissions and the fact that my family thought it was weird that I didn’t have a girlfriend until college (I was a late bloomer). So when I was asked to write about 50 Shades of Grey, I thought, “What will I write?” “Who […]
Category: Miscellaneous
May 15, 2016
50 Shades of Grateful
May 15, 2016
The Dark Side of Organ Transplants
We’ve all seen those horror or science fiction films that depict a seedy underworld where organs are illegally harvested, then bought and sold on the black market. The stories are almost always full of corrupt, evil doctors taking advantage of poor people by stealing their organs or buying them at a low price, and then […]
May 15, 2016
A Vegan Prison: Reducing Aggression and Fostering Better Inmates
We’ve talked about prisons who give their inmates meals consisting almost entirely of soy solely for the purpose of saving money, despite the overwhelming evidence showing that excessive soy intake is dangerous for the human body. What if the opposite took place and prisons developed an extraordinary vegan diet for their inmates in hopes of […]
May 14, 2016
5 Most Unusual Side Effects of Drugs
You can’t help but laugh when it’s time for prescription drug commercials to list some of the side effects and symptoms. They always set the tone with serene, beautiful music while showing families laughing, playing and relaxing in gorgeous landscapes . . . all while a soothing voice begins to list off completely horrible symptoms […]
May 13, 2016
5 Natural Cures for the Summertime Blues
It’s summer! Most people take time during this season to participate in fun activities such as days at the beach, backyard BBQs, and outdoor concerts. But not everyone has that same experience. In fact, you may find yourself sleeping way too much, having no energy, and feeling down. So, what’s the deal? Well, you may […]
May 13, 2016
Top 5 Dangers of Setting Off Your Own Fireworks
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 […]
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. […]
