We tend to think of cancer as a single disease. A killer that strikes out of nowhere. But the truth is it isn’t a single disease at all. It’s a bunch of different ones. And with that variety, comes a bunch of different symptoms. Some of which are so subtle or seemingly unrelated they’re ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:November 30, 2017
5 different kinds of coughs and what they mean
You may have felt it creeping up on you for days. Or perhaps you woke up with it, without any warning. Either way, you have a cough. And now you’re wondering what’s causing it, and if it’s serious. There’s no wrong time to call your doctor. But doing a little detective work before you do can help ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 31, 2017
Unexpected health benefits of thyme
If you look at the average spice rack, you’ll probably spot some salt, pepper and oregano. Perhaps an Italian herb blend and maybe even some bay leaves too. But a lot of American spice racks lack thyme. Which is a shame because it’s woodsy, slightly minty flavor is delicious. Plus they’re missing ... Read More ›
UPDATED:March 29, 2017
4 strange ways to quiet a cough better than drugs
Got an annoying cough you can’t wait to get rid of? Whether it’s from allergies, or the leftovers from a cold you’ve recently kicked, a cough can disrupt your days and destroy your nights. If you don’t want to gulp down heavy duty cough medicine when you don’t even feel sick, or pop prescription ... Read More ›
UPDATED:December 29, 2016
3 proven drug-free cold remedies you’ll love
Fighting off the sniffles, a cough or sore throat? You’re not alone. The stress hangover from the Christmas holiday, combined with having just spent a ton of time in close quarters with family and friends, creates the perfect platform for catching a bug. It’s really no wonder cold season tends to ... Read More ›
UPDATED:November 7, 2016
Fight cold and flu all fall and winter long with essential oils
It can be challenging to stay healthy during the fall and winter seasons. It seems like everywhere you turn someone has a cough, a cold or a fever. But you can’t stay locked up at home until spring, so you’re going to need to figure out a way to arm yourself against all those ugly bugs. And lucky ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 15, 2016
10 healthy reasons you should enjoy some chocolate today
Chocolate is finally receiving some of the praise it deserves by folks in the medical and nutritional fields these days. But there's nothing new about the benefits that chocolate brings to the table.. Chocolate was first used by the Olmecs, an ancient native American people (1500 BC-400 ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 26, 2016
Combat cancer and ditch diabetes with 5 spice rack secrets
I don’t know about you, but in my house we have a kitchen cabinet that’s practically overflowing with delicious aromatic herbs and spices. We love how adding a dash of this and a sprinkle of that can totally change the taste of a meal. But what many people don’t realize is some of those very same ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 8, 2016
Could your antibiotic give you diabetes? Frightening link found
Remember the old Alka-Seltzer commercials where the two bad guys give the heartburn sufferer the old one-two? One conks him on the head with a rubber mallet and the other punches him in the gut with an oversized boxing glove. Well, it looks like one of Big Pharma’s favorite meds is giving ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
Exposed: A Superbug Surprise for Dinner
Quick, put down that slice of bacon. Back away from that pork chop. And whatever you do don't slice off another piece of that pork roast! You're going to want to read this before you take another bite. New research by the University of Iowa College of Public Health and the Institute for ... Read More ›
