Testing one’s drinking water can be intimidating to a household well owner, but it can be easy if you know a few basic steps, says the National Ground Water Association (NGWA). If you are concerned about your well water, these three steps can help get owners the appropriate tests for contaminants that might present a […]
It’s being called “a game-changer” -; and for good reason. Tens of millions of Americans seeking chiropractic care are now routinely covered by major medical plans, Medicare, workers’ compensation, and even some Medicaid plans. Studies have shown that chiropractic reduces costs per episode of care by as much as 40 percent. And with more than $700 billion […]
Water is essential for life and health. Everyone knows this. But not all water is made the same. Ionized alkaline water, for example, takes complete advantage of the science of hydration.Scientists can measure hydration, or dehydration, by the thickness of blood, also known as blood viscosity. The more dehydrated you are, the thicker your blood […]
Life is stressful. Between a down economy, long commutes to a job you may not even like, and overbearing bosses, not to mention trying to eke out a few minutes of “me” time in between diaper changes and dinner dates with your significant other, life can be challenging. Equally apparent is that for decades we’ve […]
“What is happiness? We can say happiness is this or that, but in terms of life, your life energies are happening in a more exuberant way than it normally happens,” according to yogi, visionary, and thought leader Sadhguru.Although children are naturally happy with things as simple as an empty box or a bucket of sand […]
Fungal infections in the lungs are a serious, underreported medical issue. Most people don’t realize that the air we breathe is laden with the spores of many different types of fungi and molds. For the large majority, this isn’t a problem. The spores either get trapped in our airway mucus and expelled, or are tackled and neutralized […]
Millions of Americans suffer from chronic eye conditions caused by thousands of tiny parasites, called Demodex mites, living on their eyelids.”These microbes are extremely common and yet largely an unknown problem,” says ophthalmologist Kathryn Najafi-Tagol, MD, Founder and Medical Director of the Eye Institute of Marin in California. The parasites burrow into eyelids, Dr. Najafi-Tagol explains.”That causes […]
Seven out of ten Americans have admitted to working while tired. By following the recommendations below, you can not only have more energy, but improve your health. Get Enough Sleep – You should get 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep each night. Healthy sleeping habits support improved metabolism and cognitive functioning. Meditate – Spend […]
Behavioral health issues are more common today. According to a study by the American Psychological Association, about 25 percent of all adults in the United States have a mental illness and 50 percent will develop one in their lifetime.Mental health diseases affect not only the mind, but the body too. The U.S. Centers for Disease […]
