You don’t need to relocate to Okinawa or a Mediterranean island to live a longer, healthier life. The dietary habits of centenarians in Blue Zones, regions with the highest life expectancies, offer a blueprint for longevity that’s accessible to everyone. Centenarians and near-centenarians across the globe tend to follow a pattern of eating simple, nutrient-dense, […]
Researchers from Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. examined the effects of acupuncture on stressed rats. The results showed a clear positive effect on stress and depression when the rats were treated with acupuncture. According to the researchers, the evidence found in this study “provides the strongest evidence to date on the mechanism of […]
Glowing skin and shiny hair aren’t reserved exclusively for “the lucky ones” with good genes. And they don’t require a bottomless budget for purchasing exorbitantly priced designer beauty products. In fact, the opposite is true. Apricot kernel oil is an incredible natural beauty resource that could help you achieve that highly sought-after gorgeous hair and […]
Every day we’re bombarded with images of perfection online. Facing such unrealistic expectations, many people resort to cosmetic surgery to achieve the perceived ideal. Because of the dangers associated with these surgeries — not to mention the underlying psychological aspect involved — cosmetic surgery can be more risky than many people know. The good news […]
If you’re like most people, you don’t think much about your joints until they start complaining. But your joints deserve attention long before they cause continuous discomfort. Keeping joints healthy is about taking smart, preventative steps throughout your life. By taking precautions early on, you can help avoid pain, inconvenience, and costly hospital visits later […]
Modern society teaches us that any time we have an ache or pain, we should simply pop an over-the-counter pill to treat it. Synthetic drugs, however, are not necessarily the answer to treating inflammation or any other health issue. They may actually make things worse because they can be extremely hard for the body to […]
Picture yourself five, ten, twenty years from now. Will you be vibrant, strong and aging gracefully? Or will you be degrading fast and looking older than you are? It’s important to realize that the choice is in your hands. Since getting older is a slow, gradual process that is happening by the minute, it’s those […]
Plastic water bottles not only consume petrochemicals and pollute the ocean, but they may contain a dangerous chemical that has multiple harmful effects on your health. Now more than ever, it’s important to ensure your immune system is at its best. Read on to discover the truth about your plastic water bottle and how to […]
Past studies have shown that breastfeeding is essential for the health of a baby and can reduce a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer. According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, women who breastfeed not only have reduced cancer risk, but also have reduced risk for type 2 diabetes, high […]
Napping is for babies and toddlers. Or is it? As it turns out, a power nap of 10 to 30 minutes a day could be beneficial to all of us. You’ll love to hear that Albert Einstein, Thomas Edison and John F. Kennedy were all known to enjoy a short nap in the afternoon. With […]
