Antibiotics are medicines that fight off bacterial infections. In 1928, at St. Mary’s Hospital, London, Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin. Penicillin was the first antibiotic developed that destroyed the pathogen cell but not the human cell. Since then more and more antibiotics have been invented. Unfortunately, the overuse of antibiotics in recent years led to the…
How to Make Apple Cider Vinegar At Home (and why you should)
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has many incredible benefits. It is made through the process of fermentation and contains great amounts of phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and calcium. Hippocrates is believed to have prescribed ACV for various health issues.
The Real Truth About Your Probiotics
Did you know when it comes to probiotics, too much of a good thing can be a bad thing? This is because some those bacteria, viruses and fungi that comprise your microbiome need to maintain a thriving ecosystem. This powerful ecosystem provides a strong immune system support that can protect us from cancer, infections and…
You’ve been Lied to About Eggs
The outrageous myth that cholesterol causes heart disease has turned many people away from eating eggs daily. But there are absolutely no proven scientific studies linking eggs to heart disease. In fact, eggs are one of the most nutrient-dense foods in the world. One egg can give you 13 essential nutrients, and contrary to popular…
Granola Bars: One of The Most Absolute Worst Foods You Can Eat
Let’s be honest – many of us have been led to believe that granola bars are healthy and nutritious but nothing could be further from the truth. They are simply overrated, smartly marketed candy bars. Don’t fool yourself into thinking you’re eating a healthy snack with bars like CLIF, Luna, Kind, Nature’s Valley and more….
Ashwagandha:”Nature’s Xanax” that can Significantly Calm the Nervous System
Ashwagandha is an incredible medicinal herb with a wide range of proven benefits. Ashwagandha has been a staple in Ayurvedic medicine for more than 3,000 years as a tool to help heal various ailments. Historically, it’s been used to: cope with stress increase energy combat signs of aging lower inflammation
You’ve Been Lied to About Raw Milk
Did you know that during the 1920s, Dr J.E. Crewe of the Mayo Foundation in the United States applied a diet of raw milk to help with heart failure, high blood pressure, prostate problems, UTI, diabetes, allergies, skin problems, tuberculosis, kidney disease, chronic fatigue and obesity by providing his patients with up to 8 liters…
Stop Using Vaseline. Here is why
Petroleum jelly has been used widely for over 150 years as it’s been proclaimed to be the most effective fix for dry skin. But despite its popularity, petroleum jelly is one of the worst things for your skin, overall health, and the environment.
This Super Popular Snack is Rumored to Cause Severe Stomach Pain, Ulcers and Cancer
Takis are similar to Flamin’ Hot Cheetos as they are both highly processed and refined. Takis, in fact, are bad for your health and your body. Takis might cause severe stomach pain, ulcers and they are also rumored to cause cancer over a long period of time.
These Everyday Moisturizers Can Give You Cancer
Did you know most conventional moisturizers contain ingredients that have been found to be toxic and highly damaging? A study has found that topical applications of moisturizers such as Dermabase, Dermovan, Eucerin Original Moisturizing Cream, or Vanicream could increase skin cancer risk. Irradiated mice who were treated with these moisturizers for 17 weeks showed a…
