Many people in the U.S. rely on Keurig coffee makers to kickstart their mornings. These machines are super convenient; you just insert a pod, and your hot coffee is ready in no time. As reported by Timetoast, the idea for the Keurig coffee maker and its K-Cups was created in 1990 by two college friends,…
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Don’t Fear Salt! It’s Essential for Your Body
Salt has been essential in food preparation for our ancestors for thousands of years. However, in recent decades, it has gained a bad reputation due to its links with high blood pressure and heart disease. The idea that cutting down on salt is healthier started around 200 years ago, based on some questionable science. Back…
Read This Before You Have a Biopsy
A biopsy involves taking a small piece of tissue from anywhere in the body to check for disease. Some doctors use a needle to grab a tiny sample, while others might surgically take out a suspicious lump or nodule. It is the pathologist’s responsibility to ascertain the presence of cancer cells and, if found, to…
Methylene Blue: One of the Most Important Medicines to Have at Home
Have you ever thought that the dye responsible for giving blue jeans their iconic color back in the 1800s might hold the key to a happier, healthier, and longer life? It may seem unbelievable, but it’s actually a fact! This compound, called methylene blue, was first created as a dye, but now it’s gaining popularity…
The Toxic Truth about Your Toaster
When exploring non-toxic kitchen accessories, toasters usually don’t get much attention. However, many toasters and toaster ovens have non-stick coatings that are made from harmful substances called per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on the surfaces that touch food. These dangerous coatings can release chemicals that disrupt hormones and end up in your meals.
Are Vegetables Trying to Kill You?
In today’s world, where veganism is often celebrated, you should know: Vegetables might not have your best interests at heart. You might be surprised to learn that those leafy greens in your smoothie are packed with substances that can make you unwell. Plants don’t want to be eaten. I know this sounds crazy. Even if…
The Toxic Truth About Costco Rotisserie Chicken
Next time you visit Costco, take a moment to check out what other customers have in their carts. One item you’ll probably notice in nearly every basket is the surprisingly affordable, and flavorful rotisserie chicken. After all, it’s probably better for you than grabbing a bite at the Costco food court or stopping at a…
The Whole Truth About Lard
You might have noticed that fat, which used to be seen as the enemy, is now making a comeback. It used to be a common ingredient in our grandparents’ cooking, but over time, lard lost its popularity. This shift happened because marketing for processed fats like vegetable oil and margarine convinced people to change what…
Top Brands of Lipstick that are Full of Heavy Metals and Toxic Chemicals
The makeup industry is surprisingly one of the most corrupt sectors out there, whether you want to accept it or not. The chemicals that women are applying to their faces nowadays are harmful; if you doubt this, just take a look for yourself. This industry uses some of the most dangerous carcinogenic substances known to…
The Worst Drinking Water in the World (and it’s not tap water)
Those single use bottles you find in stores, gas stations, and gyms are what I refer to as dangerous rip-offs. Why is that? Well, drinking water from plastic bottles can actually be harmful to your health. Studies show that chemicals like BPA and phthalates can seep into the liquids stored in these bottles. This risk…
