Health Matters
Clearing Energies for Spring
April 1st, 2012As you clean your closets, pack up your woolens, and bring your spring clothes out of their storage places, remember to clear the energies that have accumulated over the cold, dark days of winter, says Elaine Seiler, author of the new book Multi-Dimensional You: Exploring Energetic Evolution.
A Healthful Crunch
April 1st, 2012Among Americans, 44 percent surveyed said they tend to eat healthy most of the time, and 42 percent make an effort to snack on foods that are healthy. However, 39 percent of snackers say they will likely nibble on some less-than-healthy treats this year. In addition, 16 percent believe that preparing a healthy snack takes more time than other snacks.
Much to Do With Chia!
April 1st, 2012Chia has become the next “superfood” with growing popularity among men, women, athletes, and dieters. Yet many people are still unsure how to even consume chia.
Keeping Fido Fit
April 1st, 2012Obesity is on the rise… for your pets. The 5th annual veterinary survey showed that an astonishing 53 percent of dogs and 55 percent of cats are categorized as overweight or obese according to their veterinarians. That equals about 88 million pets that are in need of diet and exercise. What’s true for humans is also true for your pets.
Hundreds of Lipsticks Contaminated With Lead
April 1st, 2012According to a new report, the Food and Drug Administration reveals that the use of lead in lipstick is worse than previously reported. The recent study found up to 7.19 parts per million of lead in most of the 400 lipsticks tested—more than twice the levels reported in a previous FDA study.
Soothe Eczema Naturally
April 1st, 2012Eczema is uncomfortable, itchy, and for some people, embarrassing. Dr. Dumont of the Raby Institute for Integrative Medicine shares a few tips to improve and soothe your skin the natural way.
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Early Menarche
April 1st, 2012Vitamin D has received a lot of attention lately regarding its uses in treating and preventing ailments such as high blood pressure, adrenal insufficiencies, autoimmune disorders, depression, heart disease, and hypertension, to name a few.
High-Risk Pregnancy
April 1st, 2012Enduring a high-risk pregnancy can be an overwhelming experience of stress, fear, and unknowns that lead to more questions than answers. Many high-risk mothers-to-be adhere to strict regimes of bed rest, face major changes in lifestyle and relationships, and are subject to dozens of doctor visits to protect their unborn child.
You Are What You Eat
March 1st, 2012The old adage “you are what you eat” is true. Diet is the number one factor in whether or not someone is deemed to be in good health. Put something bad into your body, and something bad comes out. Put something good into your body, and it will be reflected on the outside.
Tips for eating to achieve good health.School Lunch Programs Get a Boost
March 1st, 2012The US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Nutrition Standards for School Meals help ensure that the nation’s schoolchildren have access to a nutritional lunch and breakfast.
New USDA nutrition standards for 2012-2013.
