The United States is struggling with a serious weight issue. While it’s a widely acknowledged problem, finding a solution has not been an easy task. One researcher proposes that overweight individuals should be held accountable for their weight-related costs by…
A study involving approximately 1,000 fathers discovered that specific male occupations significantly elevate the risk of birth defects in babies. This information is derived from statistics collected in the ongoing U.S. National Birth Defects Prevention Study. The study comprises the…
Can you guess the three moments in your life when you feel the happiest? Researchers at Harvard have identified these special times when we experience the most joy. However, they also discovered that if you let your mind wander away…
Throughout history, various ancient practices have been considered strange or improbable, but eventually emerged as mainstream. Acupuncture was once rejected by the masses but has now become a popular treatment method for a range of conditions. Sungazing, which involves staring…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued new rules that could potentially cause your favorite supplements to disappear from the market. These rules are targeting “new dietary ingredients” – natural health ingredients you’ve been relying on for years. Before…
Health insurance is a hot topic, but what if the best policy isn’t offered by insurance companies? What if the most effective policy is a do-it-yourself plan focusing on prevention and self-reliance instead of conventional medicine? Now, more than ever,…
Did you know that your lifestyle choices, especially during pregnancy, can affect not just your children, but even your grandchildren and great-grandchildren? Surprisingly, research reveals that smoking during pregnancy can potentially make your grandchildren more susceptible to asthma, even if…
You’ve undoubtedly heard the ongoing debate about whether cellphone radiation is linked to cancer. Opinions abound on this controversial topic, but did you know there is now definitive proof that using a cellphone can dangerously impact another aspect of your…
When it comes to heart attacks and cardiovascular disease, the biggest killers for both men and women, timing is everything. Research has shown that time plays a crucial role, as the lion’s share of these deadly incidents tend to happen…
Taking on any challenge related to health and wellness, whether it’s a new diet, fitness program, or therapy, can be daunting. Those first three days are often the hardest, but with proper strategies in place, you can make them more…
You might be wondering if praying for better health can actually make you healthier. While the jury is still out on that one, an interesting trend has emerged from recent studies: people who exercise are less likely to pray. Let’s…
Mammograms have long been touted as a valuable tool in the fight against breast cancer. However, a groundbreaking study conducted over 25 years involving 90,000 Canadian women suggests that not only are mammograms not helpful, but they may actually be…