Broccoli is a popular and versatile vegetable, known for its numerous health benefits. It is a powerhouse of essential nutrients, including fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. However, when it is overcooked, these healthy properties can diminish. This has led researchers…
Everyone knows the cartoon character Popeye with his famously strong muscles, and how a can of spinach gives him an instant boost in strength to save the day. However, recent studies conducted at North Carolina State University reveal that Popeye…
Imagine a simple way to increase your daily intake of vitamin D, a crucial nutrient for your overall health. It turns out that the answer might be right under your nose and involve UVB-exposed mushrooms. With vitamin D deficiency being…
If you think you know what your kids are doing online, think again. New research shows that a jaw-dropping 73% of children are giving out personal information on the internet, while only 4% of parents believe their kids are actually…
Around 16 million Americans have taken up yoga, and it’s no surprise why. This ancient practice boasts a variety of physical and mental health benefits. One increasingly popular type of yoga is called hot yoga, sometimes known as Bikram. In…
It’s no secret that America has been battling an obesity epidemic for the past several decades. This alarming trend has led to an increase in health issues, such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease among American citizens. However, the extent…
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that affects approximately 4 million people over the age of 50 in the U.S. It occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or the right quality of tears, which leads to irritation,…
A new study from Karlstad University in Sweden found that toxic chemicals in our flooring can be absorbed by our bodies. Not only are harmful chemicals in the air, water, and food we consume, but they’re also in certain types…
Ticks are nasty parasites well-known for transmitting illnesses like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Now, researchers have revealed another potential health risk associated with tick bites—an allergy to red meat. Tick bites and the red meat allergy connection…
When you visit the doctor with mysterious symptoms, chances are the thought of a chemical, food, or scent causing your illness doesn’t cross their mind. Many medical practitioners rarely consider chemical intolerance when evaluating patients and prescribing treatment. This oversight…