Healthy Living

Anti-anxiety medications and sleeping pills now linked to risk of death

Anti-anxiety medications and sleeping pills now linked to risk of death

Nowadays, anxiety disorders and sleeping disorders are becoming more common. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, “anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older (18% of U.S. population).” The National Heart, Lung, […]

by April 10, 2014
How to contact the FDA about new food label regulations

How to contact the FDA about new food label regulations

Have you ever wanted to make suggestions to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on regulating food labels to make sure they are safe and that harmful ingredients are clearly labeled? Now is your chance to do just that. SO TAKE CONTROL OF THE FOOD YOU EAT. The FDA is […]

by April 8, 2014
The many health benefits of green onions

The many health benefits of green onions

Onions are a staple food in almost every kitchen and every cuisine. Green onions have a milder taste than most onions. They look great and also add a great flavor to dishes. Let’s look at the health benefits of green onions. Anti-inflammatory benefits: Onions are an excellent source of a […]

by April 5, 2014
7 things you should not do in bed

7 things you should not do in bed

“I say the bed is for two things that begin with the letter S, and struggling and suffering are not among them.” This is a quote from Dr. M. Safwan Badr, M.D., who is the president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. It is absolutely true when it comes […]

by April 2, 2014
Apple

Eating apples may reduce risk of stroke

We saw how eating dark chocolate may reduce the risk of stroke. Just recently, a new research highlights that eating white-fleshed fruits such as apples and pears may significantly lower the risk of stroke. In a new study, Dutch researchers tried to determine a possible link between stroke and eating fruits […]

by March 28, 2014
Are you eating bread that is healthy for you?

Are you eating bread that is healthy for you?

Bread has been the subject of many health discussions and concerns. It contains gluten and  has created health issues for many. “The resulting high-gluten, refined grain diet most of us have eaten since infancy has created health problems in the gut, the bloodstream, the brain, and sometimes also the joints, […]

by March 26, 2014
10 tips to get rid of body odor

10 tips to get rid of body odor

Body odor can be embarrassing and can make a bad impression on the people you meet. We all want to smell good. Here are 10 tips to get rid of body odor: 1. Adjust diet lifestyle: Make sure to eat healthy. Processed foods and junk foods contain sugars that can […]

by March 17, 2014
Homemade do it yourself ice pack

Homemade do it yourself ice pack

Ice is essential for muscle injuries. “If you have a swollen and inflamed joint or muscle, you should first try and reduce blood flow to the area which will reduce the swelling and slow down the pain messages being transmitted to the brain,” states Medical News Today. Filling a plastic […]

by March 16, 2014