By Jamell Andrews Honey has long been used for more than just sweetening a cup of tea. For centuries, people have believed that honey has healing properties and it’s been used since ancient times to treat everything from stomach issues…
Could Your Partner’s Lifestyle Be Stopping You from Getting Pregnant?
By Lisa Pecos We tend to think of infertility as a women’s issue, but both men and women contribute to infertility. What may be more surprising is that the causes of male infertility aren’t always medical, but can be due…
10 Tips to Reduce the Allergens in Your Home Naturally
By Jamell Andrews Before popping yet another allergy tablet, consider reducing your exposure to allergens in your home. Just a few simple steps can help you and your family breathe better and keep allergy symptoms and asthma from flaring up.…
6 Spices That Can Lower Your Cancer Risk
By Eirian Hallinan People have used spices for centuries to add flavor to food and to treat all kinds of health issues. In recent years, certain spices have been found to lower the risk of several cancers. The following are…
Can You Spare a Minute: Study Finds One Minute of High Intensity Exercise Beneficial
By Jamell Andrews Those who insist that they don’t have the time to exercise no longer have an excuse not to get moving thanks to a Canadian study that found that just one minute of high-intensity activity can have remarkable…
Carotenoids and the Benefits of Eating Colorfully
By Jamell Andrews Carotenoids are natural antioxidants that have been found to improve immune function even lower the risk of cancer and other diseases. Getting these benefits is as simple as adding certain foods to your diet and an easy…
Study Finds Contestants of the Biggest Loser Have Slower Metabolisms
By Jamell Andrews Anyone who has struggled with their weight can’t help but be in awe of contestants on NBC’s popular reality show, The Biggest Loser, where overweight contestants lose extreme amounts of weight in hopes of reclaiming their health…
Healthy Reasons to Enjoy the Sun
By Vanesa Sallego We know that too much sun can lead to skin cancer, but there are actually healthy reasons to enjoy the sun when it’s shining—in moderation, of course. Let’s take a look at the various health benefits of…
Natural Ways to Relieve Allergy Symptoms
By Eirian Hallinan Spring is finally here and while the warmer weather and sunshine are certainly welcomed by all, this time of year is a mixed blessing for allergy sufferers. Itchy eyes and a runny nose can make it hard…
5 Ways to Manage IBS Symptoms Naturally
By Lisa Pecos Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects as much at 21 percent of the general population, yet there is currently no known cause or cure. This common disorder affects the large intestine and causes symptoms such as: Abdominal pain…