What Are We Eating? Today's modern diet is so desperately lacking in nutrient compared to those of our ancestors' days. How so? With the advancement of technology, most of our foods are manufactured, genetically re-engineered, and processed. Being busy people, we...
In December, Washington DC, First Lady Michelle Obama gave an inspirational talk to almost 1000 stakeholders in the future of America’s Health. At the first ever meeting of the Partnership for a Healthier America, Obama shared some of her early fears that her...
My buddy Brian brags about his morning routine: On the way to work, he swings by a local convenience store and picks up a large cup of coffee, lunch, and a can of Amp Energy. His theory: The coffee jumpstarts his morning, lunch fuels his afternoon, and the energy...
When you chug a sports drink or chew a stick of gum, you probably don't think of science. But there is a precise science - and a delicate art - behind what you're tasting. Morley Safer reports on the multibillion dollar flavor industry, whose scientists create natural...
Recently we stumbled across a really interesting article on Blisstree.com that explains some of the effects of drinking Coke on your body. If you’re a fan of the brown stuff, you might want to look away now.. In the first 10 minutes: 10 teaspoons of sugar hit your...
Pharmaceuticals often come with a number of side effects, ranging from severely dangerous to outright bizarre. Outlandish side effects serve to highlight the benefit of choosing natural substances over highly-synthetic pharmaceuticals. From LSD-esque hallucinations to...
What was the original purpose of Viagra? It was initially intended for high blood pressure. Say the name Viagra and most people will automatically think of a drug to treat impotence. But doctors are finding it is good at boosting parts of the body other than the...
Oats have been dubbed a “superfood” because of their vast nutrition benefits. They are superior to the standard extruded cereals. Oats are high in fiber, low in sodium and sugar, help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, regulate blood sugar levels, improve our...
NEW YORK, (BUSINESS WIRE) --David Zinczenko and Matt Goulding revealed a definitive list of the "20 Worst Supermarket Foods in America" as featured in the updated and expanded Eat This, Not That! All New Supermarket Survival Guide (Rodale; Paperback, $19.99) -- the...
I have to admit, that I was skeptical at first because it's a funny looking shoe but once I use them I was sold. I have two pair!!!!!! The Vibram FiveFingers shoes considered a “barefoot” shoe that improves your body mechanics by letting your foot work the way it...