How do you take your coffee? I prefer mine black , but in New York City, where I live, ordering a “regular coffee” at a bodega (that’s a corner deli, for non-New Yorkers), will get you a coffee with milk and two sugars. When it comes to the drink with…
Let’s face it, the house isn’t really clean if the bathroom isn’t clean, and the bathroom doesn’t truly feel clean when there’s mold on the walls in the shower. You know, that buildup of black guck between the tiles? Yeah, that. While there are so many cleaning solutions, sprays, and…
Great news: Easy home remedies quash the itching, cracking and redness of athlete’s foot that 70 percent of us experience during hot and humid summer days. Itchy between the toes? Sprinkle on baking soda. OTC foot sprays can actually worsen foot fungus, thanks to their aluminum chloride, which removes moisture…
Years ago, Virginia-based natural health expert Eric Berg, DC, had a few patients who weren’t getting results on the keto diet that was effective for almost everyone else. “Those three people kept me awake at night,” he recalls. “They drove me to look at new research, new theories and try…
It’s no secret that snacking on nuts is one of the best things you can do for your body. Many have been shown to boost brain health and they’ve even been linked to a decreased risk of heart disease. Most recently, a new study has found that snacking on as…
Sabrina Maltby dragged herself out of bed, struggling to face another day of stomach bloat and discomfort. Will this roller coaster ride ever end? the New Hampshire 65-year-old teacher wondered, frustration filling her. For months, Sabrina had endured bouts of agonizing constipation — sometimes lasting for days. And when she…
Inflammation is the body’s normal response to harmful invaders, and it usually helps us fight off infection and disease. The trouble comes when inflammation becomes chronic, and our immune systems start to attack healthy cells. In fact, chronic inflammation has been linked to a slew of health problems like weight…
We doubt anyone really needs another reason to eat potatoes, but a new study has provided us all with the perfect excuse to add a side of spuds to our next meal. According to researchers, potatoes can help lower blood pressure levels. Scientists at Purdue University shared the exciting news…
Soaps can contain harsh detergents that not only scrub away dirt but remove your body’s natural oils and beneficial bacteria along with it. An easy way to get clean without compromising your beauty? Make your own cleansers with gentle yet effective natural ingredients you already have at home! These simple…
Are you finding mold in your toilet more and more often? Although you might just be frustrated with having to clean it up, there’s a chance it’s also a clue you should get your blood sugar checked. As strange as it sounds, frequently seeing mold in your toilet could be…