Warning: cash register receipts are toxic, according to one team of researchers. The 2014 study published in the journal, PLOS ONE, confirmed that cash register receipts contained high levels of bisphenol A. This synthetic toxic chemical has become known as a carcinogen and endocrine disruptor with a wide range of adverse health effects, including male […]

Bill Kochevar, 56, was left paralyzed from the shoulders down after a cycling accident severely injured his spinal cord. In the years since his accident, he had become completely reliant on his caregivers at the Cleveland VA Medical Center. But thanks to the help of a number of Cleveland institutions, the Navy veteran was able […]

While no one knows what life is going to throw at us, it is safe to say that it won’t hurt to be prepared for an emergency, disaster, or SHTF (S**t Hits The Fan) scenario. According to Back Door Survival, some three million Americans, or 1 percent of the total population, are making detailed plans […]

Location can make a huge difference when it comes to your overall health. A recent study from Wallet Hub ranked the healthiest cities of the United States, with Detroit coming in dead last. Researchers looked at how America’s 150 most populated cities compared on health care, food, fitness, and access to recreational green spaces like […]

Today, infertility is threatening the peace and joy in many homes. No matter how hard they try, about 12 percent of American women aged between 15 and 44 years have difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a pregnancy to term, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). When it comes to infertility, the […]

While your bed or couch may seem like your best friend in the situation of a hangover, losing an entire day to recovering isn’t ideal. Instead of self-medicating yourself with more booze or over-the-counter painkillers, there are a few natural hangover remedies that will help you sober up. 1. Hydration is essential Ever wondered why […]

We live in a world dominated by screens and technological gadgets. If there’s one thing the modern parent of tweens and teens should worry about in this digital age, then it’s the amount of time their kids spend glued to a screen. Whether it’s the screen of their smartphone, tablet or gaming console, according to […]

Laptops are overtaking desktops for personal use. One of the main reasons why a laptop seems to be the preferred device these days is its ability to be used virtually anywhere, including your bed, couch or a bench in the park. However, if you like to use your laptop while you’re sitting on the sofa, […]

Whether you are trying to conceive right now or just want to keep your “little swimmers” healthy for the future, keeping a handle on your fertility through simple lifestyle changes can make a whole lot of difference. As reported by Medical News Today, an estimated one in three couples encounters conception difficulties because of poor […]

Michael Phelps is an American hero and the most decorated Olympian of all time. Currently winning even more gold medals at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Phelps has continued to dominate. When you analyze the athlete’s life, it’s immediately obvious that there are a number of reasons why he is so […]

Although campaigns against cancer are more visible for female cancers, such as breast and cervical cancers, men are more commonly affected by cancer than women. Men also have a higher mortality rate from cancer than women. Cannabinoids in the system, as well as lifestyle changes can help. The most common cancers in men, according to […]

One of my favorite vegetables of all time is broccoli. In my family, growing up we simply called them “trees”, and enjoyed pretending to be giants when eating them. But, little did I know what amazing things my little trees were doing for my body! It’s no secret that they’re healthy, but just how healthy? […]

There are many different types of fat out there, some of which come with a wide spectrum of health benefits. One specific type of fat that is proving to be extremely beneficial for our bodies is medium chain triglycerides (MCT). One specific benefit is MCT’s ability to help you lose weight. Fats are not usually […]

Hemp oil is becoming known for its overall health and anti-cancer properties, and for being one of the most perfect, whole foods that anyone can consume. The fact that it’s so high in so many vital, and essential nutrients makes me wonder why I haven’t incorporated it into my diet sooner! It’s got loads of […]

Once you get fat, you never go back. That is the nugget of wisdom that can be taken from a recent study published in the American Journal of Public Health, which found that the likelihood of an obese person attaining an average body weight is 1 in 210 for men and 1 in 123 for […]