Harvard researchers found that nearly half of renters nationwide were cost-burdened. That means that they were spending thirty percent or more of their income on rent.  The National Low Income Housing Coalition found that a renter who worked forty hours per week making minimum wage could not afford a typical two-bedroom apartment anywhere in the...

Melatonin is a hormone made by your body’s pineal gland that helps regulate your sleep cycle. The main reason why it is so popular as a supplement is because, for many, it helps them fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more refreshed—all while possibly helping with other aspects of their health....

Minors in Alberta, Canada, accidentally uncovered a fossilized dinosaur that was 110 million years old. This dinosaur was so well-preserved that instead of calling it a fossil, paleontologists are referring to it as a “dinosaur mummy”. Researchers spent over seven thousand hours of painstaking work to uncover the remarkable find. Finally, the public got to...

While we would hope that there is enough human decency in this world that companies producing products that are designed for infants, would be safe enough for infants. Of course, sometimes this is not the case, as we’ve seen recently with baby food.  Johnson & Johnson, the infamous pharmaceutical, who is known for Aveeno moisturizers,...

The ‘sober’ cousin of marijuana deserves some more time in the spotlight. While it’s not going to give you a buzz, it is capable of an even higher power.  Hemp is already known to produce vital resources such as rope, clothing, and paper, however this humble plant will likely serve an even greater purpose in...

While we hear most of the healing benefits associated with the cannabinoid compounds in marijuana, such as THC and CBD, not everyone experiences the same side effects and benefits when using this substance.  Marijuana is thought of as having only positive benefits, however, there are many people who have experienced negative side effects and a...

The ocean is full of things that are beneficial to the human body. One of them is astaxanthin, a carotenoid pigment found in many sea creatures including trout, shrimp, lobster, microalgaie, and most famously, Pacific salmon. It’s the compound that gives the fish its signature pink hue. Here are some of the potential benefits of...

Einstein once said, “Now Besso has departed from this strange world a little ahead of me. That means nothing. People like us…know that the distinction between past, present and future is only a stubbornly persistent illusion.” This statement reflects a perspective that has gained traction with new evidence suggesting that death, as we understand it,...

Throughout this list I will be exploring my top 7 plant-based proteins you can start enjoying today! Many people ponder a solution with regards to eating meat as their main source of protein. This list is mainly geared towards vegans, because this is a great way for them to get the necessary proteins they need...

For most people, self-care means bubble baths, a good book or show, going for a walk, or taking a nap.  Your body is aching, you’re tired, and your brain is turning to mush trying to remember everything you need to do. No matter what is happening, you are burnt out and need a break. However,...

Upcycling is the new recycling and we love it when old items are put to new use. This is made even better when that new use is equal parts creative, functional, and sustainable. That’s what makes these school bus greenhouses so undeniably cool. School Bus Greenhouses  Doni Rae of Brooks, Alberta, Canada knows an opportunity...

Do you remember the days when you would be washing your hands in a public bathroom and you would either reach for some paper towel or, if they were out, do the old jean dry? Then one day, behold! The push button hand dryer arrived, but not to much aplomb; the soft stream of warm...