By Chris “Kikila” Perrin (UR) It’s no secret: trees are an integral part of how we live on this planet. From their well-known and vital role in the oxygen cycle, and their importance to their ecosystems — they are also central to the human food system. But trees…
By Alex Vandenberg “A life so concluded, that God is not robbed of the soul, which yet can with dignity win the world’s favor: that is a worthy work.”- Wolfram von Eschenbach When wandering into the wilderness guided by the light of the heart, one embarks…
By Gaye Levy Something not frequently addressed by the survival and prepping community is the importance of good health and medical self-care. What I am referring to is individual responsibility for our own physical and mental wellness. Why is this important? If there were to…
By Derrick Broze A new study has confirmed the benefits of mindfulness-based therapy for treating people with recurring depression. According to a new analysis, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy may be more helpful than other treatments for people with recurring depression. MBCT combines traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy…
Friends ‘better than morphine’ – Larger social networks release more pain-killing endorphin, University of Oxford reports People with more friends have higher pain tolerance, Oxford University researchers have found. Katerina Johnson, a doctoral student in the University’s Department of Experimental Psychology, was studying whether differences in…
By Brianna Blaschke Researchers have discovered a common denominator of low B 12 levels in brains of those afflicted with schizophrenia and autism. Scientists have discovered a common denominator among those who suffer from schizophrenia and autism: low levels of vitamin B 12. Through the…
By the JAMA Network Journals Diluted apple juice, preferred fluids for treating mild gastroenteritis in kids Children with mild gastroenteritis and minimal dehydration experienced fewer treatment failures such as IV rehydration or hospitalization when offered half-strength apple juice followed by their preferred fluid choice compared…
By Mac Slavo What will you do in a crisis without life-saving medicine and antibiotics? If society breaks down, hospitals, pharmacies and clinics will be unavailable, and the medicine you or a loved one need may be unavailable. Clearly, this means you need to have…
By Chris Veritas Her spirit is intelligent, holy, wholly unique, cogent; in loving, unassailable, in blessing, irresistible. Ours is an age of folly, masquerading as an enlightened epoch. This is indeed an irony, for we are constantly told humanity is progressing and life is getting…
Many people are aware of the stress relief and overall health benefits provided by meditation, but may not find the time. When they think of meditation, they imagine sitting in a dark room with strangers cross-legged for hours chanting mantras, and between work, family and…
By Heather Callaghan After years of weight and health struggles, a gentlemen who lost half of his body weight gifted the world with a genius health app. In a world increasingly hectic and isolating, it can be so difficult to find a workout buddy. But a…
By Yvonne Holterman How much aspartame are you consuming in your daily life? Are you getting symptoms of aspartame poisoning? Aspartame is marketed as a diet product, but it is not a diet product at all. In fact, it will cause you to GAIN weight because…
By Susan Boskey Earlier this month a CNBC article came out with a statement of the obvious which most people have already known for a long time: the economy has not really gotten better. Duh. All the while soon after the 2007-8 economic meltdown and…
By Vandita Are you too considerate, too kind, too selfless, and too often bow, just to please others? Don’t pat yourself on your back for being an awesomely amazing human being…You are hurting yourself, andyou are at risk of depression. Polish-born Elzbieta Pettingill, a former…
By Heather Callaghan Is there someone in your life who could use a beam of unconditional love right now? You may want to think on that person while you watch this compelling speech about what it means to love… Or perhaps the person in need…
By iHealthTube.com If you have bemoaned the fact that you haven’t done a stone-unleashing liver cleanse – fret not. It may not be the right option for you. Dr. Erin Lommen discusses detoxification and liver cleanses. She says you shouldn’t jump right into one using one…
By Amanda Froelich Gracious acts of kindness without expecting anything in return resulted in the miraculous recovery of this man’s stomach cancer. Brice Royer, best-known for creating the Gift Economy Facebook page, wholeheartedly believes that “the more you give, the richer you are.” He didn’t always…
By Karen Foster Intestinal bacteria play a key role in causing and preventing many diseases. Some experts suggest specific bacteria can prevent all disease known. A new study has once again suggested they could also reduce cancer risk. There are over 400 species of bacteria…
By Amanda Froelich Technology addiction is the new smoking, says this artist. Slavomier is a web and user designer who used his skills to craft an anti-social media campaign that exposes some ugly truths about society’s addiction to technology. The artist speculates that in 50…
By Healthy Holistic Living When that time of the month comes, one of the hardest things to deal with are the cramps. At times the pain can be mild or sometimes severe. Around half of women get menstrual cramps, and about 15% experience severe pain…
