And now for the latest in gross news: New research suggests that we’re surrounded by a cloud of invisible microbes and fart bacteria. As unique as our fingerprints, these clouds of bio-residue may actually help researchers understand contagious diseases better. We spread bacteria three ways: by direct contact with surfaces indoors; through airborne emissions via […]
A recent study published in Preventive Medicine (2015) found that men and seniors sleep better when they have access to nature. The study surveyed over 255,000 adults across the United States and found that participants who had access to nature slept badly fewer than seven nights per month. Those who had less access to nature […]
It appears that one of the veggies many of us may turn our noses up at just might be the “it” veggie of the year. Studies are showing that the humble okra is incredibly rich in nutritional properties, and may help prevent diabetes, heart disease, and even weight gain. However, before you fry up some […]
Humans are instinctively obsessed with living a long life, and many of our pursuits are aimed at achieving this goal. This is the story of a man who has reached the age of 94 and whose claim to fame is running. Don McNelly started his running career after a friend died of a heart attack […]
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 […]
Most of us hear lime and think Corona beer or ceviche. Surprisingly, this little bright green fruit has many excellent benefits for your health and wellness. Limes are often overlooked when it comes to a healthy snack or meal, but they really should be considered as a powerful addition to your daily diet. The juice […]
Are you a loner by nature or a social butterfly? The answer could be more important than you realize. Research has shown that spending too much time alone can shorten your life, whereas being sociable can possibly lengthen it. In today’s society, Americans are spending more time than ever alone. Data gathered by the U.S. […]
Being super healthy is a combination of taking care of the body and the mind. It takes dedication and loving yourself to reach great health and happiness. But it is well worth the effort. We’ve looked at the lives of some super-healthy people and listed all the things they seem to have in common. Here […]
Chia seeds are superfoods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, packed with nutrition and low in calories. They can be added to almost anything, and are safe for paleo, vegetarian, vegan and low-glycemic diets. Although inflammation can literally be a pain, you can actually fight it by eating more of these little seeds. New studies have […]
According to statistics presented by the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), nearly 1.7 million new cancer diagnoses will be handed out this year. The NIH also estimates that just under 590,000 individuals will die this year from some form of cancer. These are scary statistics indeed — and all too […]
