Nutrition is full of all kinds of nonsense. The worst examples are listed here, but unfortunately, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Here are the top 13 nutrition lies that have made the world both sick and fat. 1. Eggs Are Bad for Your Health Eggs are so incredibly nutritious that they’re often...

Planks have found their place into so many exercise programs, from strength training to boot camp to yoga. They’re a difficult exercise that requires muscular strength and endurance.   In order to reap the benefits of core-training, the plank has to be done correctly. Many people struggle to maintain this position for more than 30 seconds....

Everyone would like to have their immune function in top shape to try and to help fend off any incoming illnesses. Luckily, immune-supporting juices can taste delicious and contain a wide variety of nutrient-packed fruits and vegetables. So whether you’re trying to pack some extra nutrition into your diet or are just looking for a...

Nail fungal infections are the most common diseases of the nails, making up about 50 percent of nail abnormalities. Fungus is normally present on the body, but if it overgrows, it can become a problem. They are also known as onychomycosis and tinea unguium. Both fingernails and toenails are susceptible to infection, which usually appears...

Many people find flip flops easy, affordable, and even stylish. Just slip into them and you’re flip-flopping your way to the store, friend’s house, beach, or wherever you need to get to. However, there are problems that come with the abrupt change from well-supported feet to open-toed flip flops, and if you already have a...

A new cancer treatment is on the horizon: a laser beam device that can detect and kills cancer cells circulating in our blood on the spot. In a study published by Science Translational Medicine, researchers developed technology able to track cancer cells with more precision than conventional methods. They beamed lasers onto the skin of...

We may have been wrong about Parkinson’s. New studies show the disease may stem from the gut, not the brain. If this theory proves correct, new treatments may be discovered to prevent symptoms and even degeneration. “That would be game-changing,” states David Burn at Newcastle University. “There are lots of different mechanisms that could potentially...

“It’s better to be safe than sorry,” we always say. Making decisions with this mantra can be handy. We’ll bring snacks on a road trip “just in case.” We’ll pack Advil into our purses and backpacks “to be safe.” This motto also comes into play when it comes to washing foods. Many people handle our...

I adore blueberries. These cute little berries are so healthy for you, taste so good, and are so fun to pick in the sweltering summertime. Bushes typically begin to produce fruit late in May and will continue to produce throughout most of the summer, depending on how mature your bushes are and the state they’re...

Near-death experiences often evoke the phrase “my life flashed before my eyes,” suggesting a rapid review of one’s life. Recent research indicates that this phenomenon might not just be figurative language; it could have a neurological basis. For the first time, scientists have captured brain activity during the dying process, shedding light on what happens...

Science has come a long way. It is now estimated that in less than 10 years, scientists will grow human embryos in a lab using high-tech artificial wombs. This research will indefinitely change the way we view pregnancy, childbirth and our evolution as the human race. Doctors at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are working...

Ready to make a soothing muscle rub for back pain that is all-natural and chemical-free? Well, great. Today I am going to share with you a homemade, soothing muscle rub that is easy and fairly quick to make at home—many of these things you may already have in your kitchen. And the few you don’t,...