Using hand sanitizers like they're going out of style (unfortunately, they're not) and popping antibiotics at the very first sign of an illness. Yes, without knowing it, many people practice antibacterial overkill. Although the dangers of antibiotics are becoming more known today, many people remain confused or misinformed about when and when not to take prescription…
Taco recipes are great because they're usually pretty simple to make, and not only are they suitable for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but there are so many different varieties. Beyond the flavorless ground beef and oil-laden tortilla shells of yesteryear, today's taco recipes are full of variety, nutrition and flavor. If you're ready to expand your…
If you’ve never heard of millet, you’re not alone. The ancient food is more widely known in the Western world as the main ingredient in bird feed than as a diet staple, but that’s primed to change. While widely referred to as a grain, millet is actually a seed. And while birds do love it,…
Eating healthy can be a challenge. But eating healthy on a budget can seem next to impossible. Luckily, that doesn’t have to be the case, as it's surprisingly doable to maintain healthy eating on a budget if you're both informed and strategic. I’ve gathered my best tips and tricks for keeping costs down and still eating a…
How much sugar per day do Americans consume? Today, the average adult living in the U.S. consumes about 22 teaspoons of added sugars every single day, including from hidden sugar foods they might actually believe are "healthy." Compare this to the amount of added sugar recommended by authorities such as the World Health Organization and…
Most families are all too familiar with the dreaded suppertime dance: combing through the pantry and refrigerator, hoping the ingredients for a quick, simple and nutritious meal will magically appear. I know — I’ve been there. That’s why I constantly come back to these easy dinner recipes. Because each one requires just five ingredients (not…
Shingles natural treatment is a really worthwhile topic, especially when you consider that every year, one million Americans experience a shingles outbreak. In the U.S. alone, one in three people are said to be affected by shingles at some point in his or her lifetime. (1) Shingles are known for causing nerve pain, itching, fever and fluid-filled…
Hand, foot and mouth disease, or HFMD as it is commonly known, is a highly contagious viral illness that usually affects young children. In the United States, summer and early fall are the most common times for outbreaks; however, in more tropical areas of the nation, outbreaks can occur any time of the year. Hand,…
You've heard about the health benefits of red wine before, but you may be wondering about beer nutrition facts as well. For those of you who think that beer is bad for you, you'll be surprised to find out that many studies suggest that light-to-moderate consumption of beer can boost your heart health, reduce your risk…
Nausea during pregnancy — more commonly known as morning sickness — is a common symptom that many moms-to-be experience, especially within the first trimester of pregnancy. Estimates show that 50 percent to 80 percent of all pregnant women deal with morning sickness at some point during their pregnancies. And many of those women feel nauseous for a…
