Smartphones have changed our lives in many ways. Information is readily available at our fingertips, as well as entertainment. Scrolling and swiping with opposable thumbs and digits we check in on social media, get directions, date, shop, etc. We take refuge in our smartphones to avoid awkward social environments, to avoid human contact in places like standing in line, or pass the brief ... continue reading...
ADHD Symptoms Linked to Teen Smartphone Time
Study: Just 1 Hug a Day Prevents the Common Cold
Back to school time means more exposure to viruses and bacteria that can make our families ill. Handwashing is an effective measure for reducing exposure; however, there is a simple method to boost your immune system: Hugging! How many hugs do you give or get a day? How many hugs do you give your children? As our children age, we tend to hug them less. In some communities and circles, ... continue reading...
Is your dandruff, eczema or seborrheic dermatitis caused by food sensitivities?
About a year ago, I went to my first visit with a naturopathic doctor. I had many digestive complaints and general malaise. The ND suggested food sensitivity testing. I had tried many different elimination diets through trial and error, but I never could determine what caused my issues. The results of the blood food sensitivity test came back with about a dozen items. It wasn't a huge list. ... continue reading...
Living Near Forests Improves Children’s Nutrition
It's well-known that living near green spaces is beneficial to children. From increased empathy to cognitive development, researchers have found that nature is important in human development. Added to the list of benefits, a new study has found increased nutritional benefits in children that live near forests. "Our results indicate that greater exposure to forests, on average, has positive ... continue reading...
Gardening Horticultural Therapy for Depression
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the US. It's estimated that 16.2 million Americans suffer from major depressive episodes lasting more than two weeks each year. Pharmaceutical antidepressant use is increasing. Almost 13% of the population above the age of 12 reported taking antidepressants in the past month when surveyed. CBS News reported antidepressant use skyrocketed ... continue reading...
Healthy Food & Vegetarian Recipes
Lawsuit Filed over Cancer Inducing Artificial Flavors in Ice Cream & Candy
If you are a food label reader, you've come across the non-descript "artificial flavors" ingredient in processed foods and drinks. Which exact artificial flavor is used in the product is likely protected under proprietary rights. But are these ... continue reading...
Why does Codex Allow Greater Lead Limits in Grape Juice Than Water?
There is no safe level of lead in the human body, according to the US National Toxicology Program's report "Health Effects of Low-Level Lead". "Overall, the NTP concludes that there is suffcient evidence that blood Pb levels <10 μg/dL ... continue reading...
Environmental and Health Problems of Chewing Bubble Gum
Have you ever considered the environmental and health consequences of chewing bubble gum? The first marketed chewing gum was made with all natural ingredients. It was made from the chicle sap of the Central American sapodilla tree and mixed with ... continue reading...
The Absolute Best Gluten Free Vegan Scone Recipe
These scones are so yummy. You might want to make a double batch! ... continue reading...
