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Bees are on the endangered list for first time in the U.S.

Bees are on the endangered list for first time in the U.S.

Bees are on the endangered list for first time in U.S. history. While this may sound like bad news at first, there is actually a silver lining. Because bees are on the endangered list, seven bee species from Hawaii are now protected under the Endangered Species Act. The Endangered Species […]

by October 5, 2016
How are sugary beverages linked to cancer?

How are sugary beverages linked to cancer?

How are sugary beverages linked to cancer? Excess sugar intake is linked to many health problems. Recent research has shown that high sugar intake can greatly increase heart disease risk, and a new MRI technique even confirmed that cancer cells feed on sugar. “A piece of fruit, or even a […]

by October 4, 2016
5 best natural diuretics

5 best natural diuretics

Diuretics are natural substances that help your body get rid of extra fluid and salt. These diuretics are very useful for people with high blood pressure, heart failure, swollen tissues, and kidney disease. We have the 5 best natural diuretics for you. Let’s take a look. Black cumin: Black cumin […]

by October 3, 2016
Omega-3s may help prevent lupus

Omega-3s may help prevent lupus

Omega-3s may help prevent lupus, according to a new study from the University of Michigan. According to the Lupus Foundation of America: “Lupus is a chronic, autoimmune disease that can damage any part of the body (skin, joints, and/or organs inside the body). Chronic means that the signs and symptoms […]

by October 2, 2016
Kellogg’s has recalled Eggo waffles across the U.S.

Kellogg’s has recalled Eggo waffles across the U.S.

Kellogg’s has recalled Eggo waffles across the U.S., according to a statement on Kellogg’s website. According to the statement: Listeria can cause serious health risks in children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with compromised immune systems. Kellogg said that they have not received any reports of sickness, but are […]

by September 28, 2016
Some cough syrups can be deadly for children

Some cough syrups can be deadly for children

Some cough syrups can be deadly for children, according to pediatricians. Specifically, codeine is not safe to give to children. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a statement this week urging parents to not give children under the age of 18 either prescription or over-the-counter medications that contain codeine. […]

by September 27, 2016
Smoking causes permanent DNA damage

Smoking causes permanent DNA damage

If there weren’t enough reasons to quit smoking, here is one more. Smoking causes permanent DNA damage, according to the latest research from the American Heart Association. The damage done to DNA can last more than 30 years after a person quits. The study included blood samples from over 16,000 […]

by September 25, 2016
American honey contains weed killer

American honey contains weed killer

American honey contains weed killer, according to recent research from U.S. Right To Know, a public interest group. Glyphosate, the most commonly used weed killer in the world, is also now one of the most controversial chemicals in the world as well. The chemical, which is the main ingredient in […]

by September 24, 2016