Depression is incredibly common. In fact, you may be near someone every day and not even know that he or she is suffering from depression. However, there are symptoms that may signal signs of depression, such as fatigue, sadness, moodiness, low sex drive, low self-esteem, loss of appetite, feelings that the tough days will never end,…
Shea butter is a substance commonly used in cosmetic and natural skin care products. Full of all-natural vitamin A, 100 percent pure, unrefined, raw shea butter can improve numerous skin conditions such as blemishes and wrinkles, stretch mark prevention during pregnancy, muscle fatigue, dermatitis, and radiation treatments for certain medical problems. Why is shea butter good…
We all know how delicious and versatile grapes are — used to make wine, raisins and grapeseed oil, among other grape products. They're fun to eat with their round shape and unique texture — not to mention their sweetness combined with a bit of tart flavor — but what are the benefits of eating grapes? These delicious fruits…
It's simply beautiful how Earth's creatures, specifically bees, can make the most wonderful structures. Take, for instance, the honeycomb. It's even more amazing when such a structure produces something that provides many uses and benefits for everyday life — enter beeswax. This amazing substance comes from worker honeybees — the females — and the honeycomb,…
"Antibiotics Wreak Havoc on Athletic Performance," read the headline of a recent study. The study looked at the microbes of mice, but if it winds up being true for humans, too, we can chalk it up to yet another unintended side effect of antibiotics. To be clear, since mass production began in the 1940s, antibiotics…
Ready to have silky skin after a shave with this amazing homemade shaving cream? I bet you are, especially because you'll be avoiding the multiple chemicals in that can of shaving cream stuffed in your medicine cabinet. Studies show that parabens and phthalates, which are frequently used in personal care/beauty products, as potential endocrine disruptors. These disruptors…
Having the hiccups is a mysterious occurrence, and just about everyone wonders how to get rid of hiccups. Unlike other common reflexes, like sneezing and coughing, there's no known physiologic advantage for the hiccups. Yet, we've all experienced them numerous times in our lives. Every one has her own suggestion for how to get rid…
Pre-poo might sound like something you do to aid digestion, and while it is done in the bathroom, it's a method that benefits the health of your hair, not your bowels. Pre-pooing is what you do before shampooing your hair in order to provide moisture and improve hair texture. By locking in hydration and strengthening…
Taco night just got super delicious and healthy with my Fish Taco Recipe … on lettuce wraps! Not to mention quick — these tacos take only about 25 minutes to prepare, making them a great choice for a weeknight meal. Plus they're both Paleo-friendly and gluten-free. They're also an ideal macronutrient meal, with 43 grams…
