Earth Day is fast approaching yet we must not take our planet for granted. We need to do our part each and every day! There is a bad waste epidemic in the United States and the entire world. Please make smart choices about what you buy and how you dispose and […]
Fish and shellfish are a very important part of our diets, because of their high protein content and healthy fats including omega-3 fatty acids, which have antioxidant effects. A balanced diet should contain fish as they contribute to heart health. Women and young children in particular should include fish or […]
Fish are an important part of a healthy diet because of their high levels of healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, which have antioxidant and heart health benefits. However, most fish contain at least a trace of mercury. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The New England […]
New research from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center shows that a common household pesticide is linked to ADHD in children and young teens. The study found an association between pyrethroid pesticide exposure and ADHD, specifically with the hyperactivity and impulsivity aspects of ADHD. Pyrethroids are common insecticides, which according to […]
Huge amounts of edible food are thrown away into landfills across the world. According to a United Nations report, one-third of the world’s produced food is wasted every year. However, one country is doing something to fix the problem: France forces supermarkets to give unsold food to charity. The National […]
After over 50 years, the U.S. government has broached the subject of lowering fluoride levels in water again. Since 1962, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has been recommending that public water contain 0.7 to 1.2 mg of fluoride per liter. Now, the U.S. government recommends less fluoride […]
Healthy living is a life style. It is about the environment you live in, the hair and skin care you use, the food you eat and water you drink. Environment is a huge part of healthy living, and the healthy steps you take to make your environment healthier will not […]
There are way too many genetically modified organisms (GMO) and processed foods at supermarkets today. This makes it harder to discern which foods are healthy and which foods you should avoid. Some foods are labeled organic foods, but may not be fresh. Some are labeled as “healthy” or” all natural”, […]
