One of the most comprehensive studies of the potential link between reduced sleep and childhood obesity finds compelling evidence that children who consistently received less than the recommended hours of sleep during infancy and early childhood had increases in both obesity and in adiposity or…
By Tom Mox The ‘simple living’ movement is red hot. Google ‘tiny homes’ and the popularity of the results is one small piece of the puzzle. People are downsizing their lifestyles sometimes out of necessity but increasingly by choice. There are environmentally-conscious individuals who desire…
by Jeff Roberts For thousands of years, man has looked to nature to cure disease. In the last decade particularly, medicinal plants have been catapulted into mainstream culture, with the popularity of plant medicines such as ayahuasca, ibogaine and cannabis making headlines for their powerful…
by Christina England Many of the published mainstream media news reports outlining the recent outbreaks of measles and mumps in the US have blamed unvaccinated children for the problem. All of the reports have strong, accusatory titles, with reporters repeatedly emphasizing the need for vaccination….
by Gaye Levy Whether or not you currently have a food garden, practical wisdom says you should stash away some heirloom seeds for the long term. If the time ever came when food was in short supply or overly expensive, your stored seeds could become…
by Lily Dane Anyone’s life truly lived consists of work, sunshine, exercise, soap, plenty of fresh air, and a happy contented spirit. – Lillie Langtry For years, experts have warned us that overexposure to the sun can lead to melanoma, the deadliest form of skin…
by Catherine J. Frompovich What happens when the ‘Average Joe’ gets caught committing a crime? He or she usually gets the book thrown at them, most often spending time in the slammer. However, what happens when “corporations too big to fail” get caught with “their…
by Natural Blaze I just finished reading this gem from the online media juggernaut Huffington Post – 16 Eco Friendly Products for the Home. They feature outstanding deals like four napkins for $25, a single 15-watt light bulb for $11, four Eco-Dryer Balls for $25, and…
Natural Blaze As we hop timezones, work nights, or party into the night, our natural “biological clock” gets warped. Jet-lag is the bane of every traveler that just wants to experience a new culture during the short amount of time they get to experience it….
Researchers from New Zealand’s University of Otago have uncovered evidence that sugar has a direct effect on risk factors for heart disease, and is likely to impact on blood pressure, independent of weight gain. Research Fellow with Otago’s Department of Human Nutrition Dr Lisa Te…
By Heather Callaghan This could save a life some day. Or make a camping trip slightly less inconvenient. Or save you a trip the store when your modern chintzy can opener inevitably breaks the first time you use it (true story for me). These three…
A new study of preschools and day care centers finds that flame retardants are prevalent indoors, potentially exposing young children to chemicals known to be hazardous. The study, to appear online Thursday, May 15, in the journal Chemosphere, was led by researchers at the University…
By Dr. Marianna Pochelli Too much research has been devoted to the science of stress, depression and the connection to disease and not enough to the biology of joy. If a greater emphasis was placed on why we don’t go to doctors when we are…
by Catherine J. Frompovich Some cartoons or something thought to be ‘comedic’ or contradicts “logic” routinely have been referred to as “Frick and Frack” cartoons. This website shows numerous illustrations of what this writer would call “illogical logic.” Nothing is more illogical, perhaps, than fracking—the…
by Daisy Luther Back in the beginning of your relationship, it seemed like the supermarket had so much to offer. The produce sparkled under the fluorescent lights. The colorful packages were inviting and said all of the right things. The meat was all tidily wrapped…
by Dr. Richard Foxx We’ve all seen the commercials—take this one weight loss pill and poof! No more jiggle. While many of us might wish it were true, it’s hard to think that taking one pill to kick the weight could be healthy for you….
by Gaye Levy For many, water becomes their very first prep. By that I mean that steps are taken to either purchase a supply of bottled water, set up a water barrel, or locate a source of local water that can be filtered and purified…
by Mark DeNicola I’m going to be flat out honest with you all. Over the past two years of my life I have struggled with panic and anxiety, most commonly in the form of panic attacks. At first they were always triggered by something in…
By Heather Callaghan German research shows a direct link between endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) and sperm function which may negatively affect fertilization. Some people and even researchers think we can simply adapt to more and more chemicals – especially in moderation. But there are thousands…
by Dr. K.J. McLaughlin Almonds are a tree nut grown throughout many parts of the world. These nuts are extremely nutritious and contain high amounts of protein, fiber, and healthy fat. Almonds also contain generous concentrations of B vitamins, vitamin E, magnesium, calcium, manganese, and…
