A whopping 150 million are afflicted by depression globally. In addressing a problem of such massive proportions, doctors throw a mouthful of anti-depressants at anyone who claims to be experiencing the blues. These prescriptions are often excessive, unnecessary, have their own side effects and merely mitigate, rather than treat, the underlying problem. As a result, […]

March 11, 2016 marked the fifth year anniversary of the Fukushima disaster, and Japan is still repeating the same old mistakes. The Kumamoto region of Kyushu island was hit by a 7.3 magnitude earthquake early Sunday morning, killing 33 people in total. Despite fears of another Fukushima disaster ensuing, the Nuclear Regulation Authority (NRA) declared […]

One of my biggest struggles when it comes to weight loss is my sweet tooth. I’ll spend the entire day eating healthy, and following my meal plans. But once I’m finished with dinner and bedtime is drawing near, the sugar cravings begin. I usually give in and eat some dessert because I’ve been strong all […]

The revolution to legalize marijuana for medicinal and recreational use continues to gain momentum; however, unfounded and antiquated ideologies (some of which are based solely in fear) still serve as a hindrance to the movement. Lawmakers recently announced plans to regulate the potency of cannabis in Colorado, a move pot sellers say could put them […]