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The Mindful Mother
October 1st, 2012Thanks to raging hormones, new mothers often experience an array of unpleasant emotions during pregnancy. In fact, one in five women go through major depression during these nine months, and many don’t like the idea of taking antidepressants out of concern for the safety of their baby.
Mindfulness yoga is here to save the day!
Nutrition and Fitness Go Hand-in-Hand for Adolescents
October 1st, 2012Adolescence is an important time to make healthy habits that will last a lifetime, like choosing foods rich in vitamins and minerals and adopting a regular exercise regimen.
In a new study, researchers have found that adolescents’ blood levels of various micronutrients correlated with how well they performed in certain physical fitness tests.
Got Hiccups?
October 1st, 2012Whether it’s a case of nerves, eating too quickly, or having a little too much to drink, everyone has experienced the hiccups at least once. While showing no particular risk of bodily harm, there's no question that the hiccups are one of the body’s most annoying malfunctions.
Good News About Rice
October 1st, 2012Research analyzing 235 types of rice from around the world has found its glycemic index (GI) varies from one type of rice to another, with most varieties scoring a low to medium GI.
Spar for the Spurtle Winner
October 1st, 2012Bob’s Red Mill’s second annual Spar for the Spurtle oatmeal recipe contest has found its winner! The contest invites home cooks and professional chefs to submit a recipe and a video demonstrating their skills and expertise in their most favored oatmeal recipe. Three finalists are flown to Portland to compete in the live cookoff.
Dust from Homes with Dogs Protects against Respiratory Infection
October 1st, 2012A recent study showed that house dust from homes with dogs appears to protect against infection with a common respiratory virus that is associated with the development of asthma in children.
Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, recently presented their findings at the 2012 General Meeting of the American Society for Microbiology.
Animal Love Helps Women Cope with HIV/AIDS
October 1st, 2012A spoonful of medicine goes down a lot easier if there is a dog or cat around. Having pets is helpful for women living with HIV/AIDS and managing their chronic illness, according to a new study from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University.
Say Goodbye to Wrinkles!
October 1st, 2012New light is being shed on a ten-year compilation of research regarding the benefits of MSM (methylsulfonylmethane). MSM has traditionally been used to help reduce joint pain and inflammation. Sulfur—a long-time friend of the dermatology industry—is a key component in MSM.
Tips for Being Green in Your Beauty Routine
October 1st, 2012Erin Schrode, co-founder and spokeswoman of Teens Turning Green (TTG), knows a thing or two about how to take your lifestyle to a greener place. John Masters Organics tapped Schrode for expert tips on why making ecologically conscious lifestyle choices is necessary, and especially when choosing green products for your beauty routine.
Beauty Ingredients to Avoid
October 1st, 2012Before you choose just any skin-care product off the shelf, it is important to know what ingredients the product contains. There are certain ingredients and chemicals that are harmful to skin, as well as long-term health. It is essential to be aware of these ingredients and avoid products that contain them.
