The risk of developing cancer has become one of the most thought provoking issues of our time. Worldwide statistics show that as many as 10.9 million people are diagnosed with some…
In the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit, Ayur means life and Veda means science or knowledge. Ayurveda thus comes across as science of life. Ayurveda is the healing and wellness knowledge acquired by the ancient people of India. These rural…
If a man wants to become a father, he should avoid long hot baths and stick to showers instead.
Scientists say they have confirmed the “old wives’ tale” that prolonged immersion in hot water affect…
A growing number of people suffer the pain and discomfort of heartburn or reflux on a regular basis. It has been estimated that up to twenty percent of the population are affected at least once a week…
by Mary Desaulniers Folk wisdom has always singled out fruits and vegetables as being indispensable for health, but it has only been within the last thirty years that we know why. Science and technolo…
Traveling the World – Overview of some of America’s Parklands From Rock Creek Park, just minutes from the monuments in Washington, D.C., to San Francisco’s great Golden Gate Park, America is blessed with beautiful urban arbors. But the country is…
Some species of trees are all but extinct due to disease or the results of overzealous development. Consider supporting the following organizations that are trying to restore our forests or prevent further losses.
The omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon, mackerel and sardines apparently do more than help reduce triglyceride levels and blood clotting. Three new studies confirm that eating fish high in omega-3s can cut the incidence of heart disease by nearly…
by Mike Carlson YOU SHOULD GET A complete cholesterol check every five years, according to a new set of national guidelines governing cholesterol measurement and treatment. And make sure to ask for a “full lipid profile,” which measures LDL (“bad”)…
by Mike Carlson Hot spices have a lot of practical uses. They can clear your sinuses, help you digest a big meal, or even assist your member of Congress in standing up and being counted. And new research suggests that…