In the quest for a safe and effortless way to achieve a sun-kissed tan, people have tried various methods, from tanning beds to sunless tanners. However, a recent influencer claim caught the attention of many, suggesting that eating three carrots a day can give you a natural tan. This has of course left many people...
The obesity epidemic is distressing, and our current efforts at change are failing miserably. Fad diets that present themselves as healthy diets are everywhere. We are letting ourselves and our children down by allowing the perpetuation of a debilitating, yet preventable, disease. The 2016 statistics estimate that 80% of American adults do not meet the...
Psoriasis is a skin disease that’s uncomfortable at best and extremely painful at its worst. With so many potential triggers or causes, it can be hard for those living with it to figure out how to get rid of it. This woman, however, was able to figure it out. Now, after two years of having...
We may never understand it all, but our bodies have been perfectly and intricately designed. In fact, it even seems to talk to us sometimes – that is, if we choose to listen. For example, our body has mechanisms to warn us when we’re falling ill such as the tickle in your throat or that subtle chill...
Back pain was the bane of my life! I constantly felt like I wanted to lie down and stretch out my back and back massages were almost daily routine in my house. Then I discovered a simple, easy way to relieve the pain through my feet! These five exercises are absolute magic; they’ll help rid...
Being an old soul feels like you’ve already been wandering the planet for many years before this new life of yours came along. Sometimes old souls have a hard time fitting into social norms. Understanding popular opinions among their peers, having a hard time adjusting to people who are supposed to be the same age...
Witnessing their baby choking on food is every parents nightmare. The combined feelings of confusion, panic and terror have often overwhelmed many parents in this situation. In fact, the amount of parents who admit that they would not know what to do in this type of situation is frightening. St. John Ambulance is an organization...
Diverticulitis is a condition characterized by the inflammation or infection of diverticula. These are small, bulging pouches that can develop in the lining of the digestive system. These pouches are most commonly found in the large intestine, specifically the sigmoid colon. While many individuals with diverticula experience no symptoms, when these pouches become inflamed or...
This article was originally published on April 2, 2019, and has since been updated. It wasn’t that long ago that someone with Celiac disease would have a hard time ordering meals at restaurants or finding safe gluten alternatives for themselves at the grocery store. Now, gluten-free options seem to be the norm almost everywhere you...
When you think about rosemary, you may imagine those dried, spikey bits that you find in the spice aisle at your local grocery store. While not everyone loves the dried stuff, however, fresh rosemary makes a very aromatic and flavourful addition to many dishes and has been a popular herb in the kitchen for many...
We’ve all been there. One hand is clutching your stomach while your other hand is leaning forward and reaching for that last piece of chicken. You know you’re full, but everything is so damn delicious. Anyway, you worked out yesterday so it’s okay. Or was it last week? Doesn’t matter, this chicken is filling that...
Pancreatic cancer is a serious and often life-threatening disease that affects thousands of individuals every year. It has a low survival rate, mainly because it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage. This means that being aware of the signs and symptoms can help detect it early, increasing the chances of successful treatment. These are...
