Health

Homemade do it yourself ice pack

Homemade do it yourself ice pack

Ice is essential for muscle injuries. “If you have a swollen and inflamed joint or muscle, you should first try and reduce blood flow to the area which will reduce the swelling and slow down the pain messages being transmitted to the brain,” states Medical News Today. Filling a plastic […]

by March 16, 2014
Kidney health smoothie

Kidney health smoothie

Our kidneys play an extremely vital role in our health. They remove waste products and excess fluid from our bodies through our urine. According to the National Kidney Foundation, “The production of urine involves highly complex steps of excretion and re-absorption. This process is necessary to maintain a stable balance […]

by March 4, 2014
The best tips for healing scars naturally

The best tips for healing scars naturally

A scar is a normal part of wound repair and the body’s natural healing process. There are natural remedies that can get rid of ugly scars. Let’s look at some of these natural remedies. Aloe vera: This plant has stood the test of time and was even referred to as […]

by February 25, 2014
What is BPA?

What is BPA?

By now, most of us have heard the term “BPA-free.” But what is BPA exactly? BPA stands for bisphenol A, which is an industrial chemical that has been used in the production of some plastics and resins since the 1960s. It is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate […]

by February 24, 2014
7 dangers of artificial sweeteners

7 dangers of artificial sweeteners

Artificial sweeteners have been the subject of controversy for years, ever since saccharin, the first no calorie sweetener was discovered. Researchers are finding new health concerns with these no calorie sweeteners. Let’s take a look at seven potential dangers of artificial sweeteners. 1. They trick your taste buds: Artificial sweeteners, even […]

by February 23, 2014
Smoking linked to most common type of breast cancer

Smoking linked to most common type of breast cancer

We have all heard before how detrimental smoking is to our health. Years of research have shown that cigarettes are one of the most dangerous products that humans consume, if not the most dangerous. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that every year, an estimated 443,000 people die […]

by February 21, 2014
Apple, celery and oranges bone health smoothie

Apple, celery and oranges bone health smoothie

Bones are living tissue, which are being replaced constantly. As we get older, bone conditions like osteoporosis become more common, making bones brittle and weak. Eating the right foods and drinking potent juices  and smoothies can help keep your bones strong. According to Mayo Clinic, “Osteoporosis affects men and women […]

by February 20, 2014
Stress relief smoothie

Stress relief smoothie

Stress is one of the biggest causes of rapid aging and heart diseases. Eating the right foods and drinking healthy smoothies like this stress relief smoothie can help the brain and the body deal with stress. This stress relief smoothie is packed with stress fighting ingredients. Apples: They are filled […]

by February 17, 2014