Health

Over half of the American diet is mega-processed junk food

Over half of the American diet is mega-processed junk food

Over half of the American diet is mega-processed junk food, according to a new review of data. Highly processed and sugary foods still dominate United States markets, as they make up 60 percent of the calories that Americans buy. These highly processed foods usually have more sugar, fat, and sodium […]

by April 3, 2016
Kids’ fruit drinks and juices contain a day’s worth of sugar

Kids’ fruit drinks and juices contain a day’s worth of sugar

Kids’ fruit drinks and juices contain a day’s worth of sugar, according to a new British study. Pamela Koch, executive director of the nutrition program at Teachers College, Columbia University, in New York City was not surprised by the findings. “I believe the results would be very similar if this […]

by April 1, 2016
Old Spice facing lawsuit for chemicals burns from deodorant

Old Spice facing lawsuit for chemicals burns from deodorant

Old Spice facing lawsuit for chemicals burns from deodorant: yes it’s true. The major deodorant company has caused severe rashes and chemical burns to potentially thousands of “unsuspecting consumers,” according to a class action lawsuit that could cost up to $5 million in damages. The lawsuit includes 13 different Old […]

by March 30, 2016
Turmeric and coconut oil whitening toothpaste

Turmeric and coconut oil whitening toothpaste

Keeping on top of your oral health is key to good health. Many health experts believe that a lot of serious diseases start in the mouth. Although beverages like coffee and tea are great for health when organic, they can create stains on the teeth. This turmeric and coconut oil […]

by March 29, 2016
Caffeine intake of parents is linked to miscarriage

Caffeine intake of parents is linked to miscarriage

Caffeine intake of parents is linked to miscarriage The caffeine intake of parents is linked to miscarriage, according to a new study from the National Institutes of Health. Miscarriage risk may be increased when the mom or dad consumes more that two caffeinated drinks per day in the weeks leading […]

by March 28, 2016
7 tips to supercharge your sleep

7 tips to supercharge your sleep

Are you looking for tips to supercharge your sleep? Sleep deprivation has become an epidemic. The National Health Interview Survey shows that: “Nearly 30% of adults reported an average of ≤6 hours of sleep per day in 2005-2007. In 2009, only 31% of high school students reported getting at least […]

by March 27, 2016
Bottled water contains over 24,000 chemicals

Bottled water contains over 24,000 chemicals

According to a German study, bottled water contains over 24,000 chemicals. Bottled water has been the subject of much controversy lately. These bottles contain chemicals like BPA, which have shown detrimental health effects. Studies have also shown that they contain chemicals called phthalates, which are known to disrupt hormones like […]

by March 26, 2016
Painkillers are more dangerous than you think

Painkillers are more dangerous than you think

Painkillers are more dangerous than you think, according to new research from Europe. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are often prescribed for many conditions to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation. However, these painkillers have been shown to cause harmful side effects, including higher blood pressure and increased risk of ulcers and […]

by March 24, 2016