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 8 hours of sleep on an average school night.” […]
Music is a true healer, and it is essential to our lives and health. It stimulates, activates and uses the entire brain. Research has shown that music stimulates children’s brains and may even help reduce depression. Is your resolution for the new year to wake up early for a refreshing […]
The year 2015 was a year of big changes at Chipotle. Earlier in the year, they announced that they would be changing the recipe of their tortillas from 64 ingredients to simple well known ones like water, whole wheat flour, oil, and salt. They also announced in a press release […]
Salmonella is a group of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of food poisoning in the United States. As outlined by Foodsafety.gov: “Usually, symptoms last 4-7 days and most people get better without treatment. But, Salmonella can cause more serious illness in older adults, infants, and persons […]
Fish are an important part of a healthy diet because of their high levels of healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, which have antioxidant and heart health benefits. New research from the Tohoku University in Japan shows that eating fish during pregnancy can increase baby’s brain size. Omega-3 fatty acids […]
We can’t say enough about the benefits of music. It enters through the ears and heals the soul from within. Music is one of the very few activities than can activate and stimulate the entire brain. Through the years, there have been some beautiful words about the power of music. […]
GMO stands for Genetically Modified Organism and is defined as “an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.” The technique used to create GMOs is called recombinant DNA. DNA molecules from different organisms are combined to create one molecule of DNA, and are then transferred to […]
Everybody loves music. It is a universal language and a true healer. Research has shown that music stimulates children’s brains and may even help reduce depression. It is one of the very few activities that stimulate the entire brain. Jimi Hendrix once said: “Music doesn’t lie. If there is something […]
