No one wants to deal with the embarrassment of stinky feet. For anyone troubled by this condition, the question arises at some point: What exactly is causing my feet to smell? While most of us have suffered from foot perspiration, damp feet and odor at some point in our lives, for many, sweaty, stinky feet…
Chamomile is one of the most ancient medicinal herbs known to mankind. Many different preparations of chamomile have been developed over the years, and the most popular is in the form of herbal tea, with more than 1 million cups consumed per day. What many people don't know is that Roman chamomile essential oil is…
If you prefer using natural skin care products over those that tend to be more perfumed, processed and potentially irritating, consider trying mineral oil — though you need to be aware of potential side effects. It is generally considered as safe to use in food additives, medical products, cosmetics and personal care products. Overall, not…
Do you know what vegetable is in the top three on the aggregate nutrient density index, meaning it delivers one of the highest levels of nutrients per calorie compared to other foods? That would be bok choy (Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis) — also called pak choi and white cabbage — which not only has just 12…
Research shows that adults taking red clover often experience overall improved satisfaction regarding many different “symptoms of aging” compared to placebos — and even conventional medicines too. Over the past several decades, red clover (RC) has come to be known as a top healing herb as well as herbal supplement. What are the benefits of…
It's true that with food allergies, one person's food can truly be another one's poison. The popularity of shellfish has been increasing worldwide, but consequently, shellfish constitute the No. 1 cause of food allergies in the American adult. The approximate prevalence of shellfish allergy is estimated at 0.5 percent to 2.5 percent of the general…
The strong scent of patchouli oil has been used for centuries in perfumes. More recently it's been used in incense, insect repellents and alternative medicines. It's also commonly used for skin care because of its ability to help alleviate skin issues, and it's considered one of best home remedies for acne, eczema, inflammation, and cracked,…
We've heard about the powerful therapeutic properties of fish oil before, but did you know that oils derived from birds can also be beneficial? Emu oil is made up of essential fatty acids, like omega-3s, and it naturally helps reduce inflammation and treat skin conditions, among many other incredible benefits. In fact, a 2012 study…
Borax has been called a non-toxic pesticide that's not only used to kill ants and roaches, but it's also used in cleaning products, laundry detergents and cosmetics. It turns out that this naturally occurring mineral salt that comes from boron isn't as non-toxic as predicted. In fact, studies show that ingesting and inhaling borax can…
Switching out your intake of sugar and high fructose corn syrup and using honey instead appears to offer significant health benefits. The average American adult consumes about 17 teaspoons of added sugar every day. Per capital in 2021, American consumed 69.8 pound of high fructose corn syrup — that's around 13 teaspoons per day. In…
