Low Carb Food Swaps

Carbohydrates are mainstay for lots of people who say they love all those comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, donuts, white rice and bread.  These sure aren’t the foods for someone who has healthy eating on the mind. These carbohydrates are just plain bad for you. Not all carbs are the same though.  A lot […]

What’s the Deal with Cricket Flour?

Cricket flour may sound unusual, but it’s quickly gaining attention as a high-protein, sustainable alternative to traditional flours. If you’re wondering whether it’s worth trying, here’s everything you need to know. What is cricket flour? Cricket flour is a fine powder made from roasted, dried crickets. It’s commonly used as a protein-rich ingredient in baked […]

Life Lessons From The Elders

In an article I found, 3 centenarians shared their life stories and words of wisdom on longevity. This was especially interesting to me since my father was 100 years old when he passed and my mother was nearing 98.   They all agreed that a positive attitude, gratitude and appreciation for living is apparent and […]

Jet Lag, Obesity & Pathways to Liver Cancer

Hepatocellular carcinoma, the most common type of liver cancer, has nearly tripled since 1980, and obesity related liver disease is one of the driving forces behind the increasing number of cases.  Baylor College of Medicine researchers are now examining other lifestyle factors that may affect your health. By using mice, the scientists have shown that […]

Healthy Hair Growth

It is best to avoid toxic commercial shampoos and hair treatment products to promote healthy hair and scalp. Rely on what nature has supplied us, which is high-quality burdock oil. Achieve those shiny locks and receive the other therapeutic effects. This oil, also known as Bur oil and Burdock root oil extract, is extracted from […]

Graphene to Detect Cancer Cells

  Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have shown that by interfacing brain cells onto graphene, they can differentiate a single hyperactive cancerous cell from a normal cell, pointing the way to developing a simple, noninvasive tool for early cancer diagnosis.  This system is able to detect the level of activity of an […]

Facebook Lurking

Are you a lurker?  Well, every month about 1.65 billion people are actively using the social media site Facebook.  Each user is spending about 50 minutes using the site each day, which is really more time than you realize and more than on any other leisure activity except for TV watching.  On the average the […]

E-Cigarettes Harmful

There was a surprising article written by Honor Whiteman that revealed the harm that e-cigarettes can have for our oral health.  They are marketed as a safer alternative to conventional cigarettes, but when it comes to our oral health, new research suggests that vaping may be just as harmful as smoking. An article was published […]

Chili Pepper Compound & Cancer

An article written by Ana Sandoiu reveals that research has identified different subtypes of breast cancer that respond to varying treatment types.  The so-called triple-negative breast cancer is especially aggressive and difficult to treat but new research may have uncovered a molecule that slows down this type of cancer. The most prevalent form of cancer […]

Cancer Patients & Online Forums

          When people are faced with a life-threatening disease like cancer, they often seek information about the disease and support from peers.  Hearing the personal stories from other cancer patients that post online in forums and scientific websites are the very best resources. These will provide comfort during these stressful times […]