Tag: health

Hip surgery on a Sunday? Think again… it could be your last

Bristol University researchers have concluded that elderly patients are more likely to die if they undergo a fractured hip surgery on a Sunday. Termed “the weekend effect“, the study looked at more than 250,000 cases of hip fracture surgery and saw that 12.5 percent of these were performed on a Sunday. It was found that […]

Three-quarters of world’s population now overweight or obese… the scourge of processed foods will bankrupt the world

Researchers have identified yet another fat-related pandemic that has affected the vast majority of the world’s population. New Zealand-based researchers have coined the term “overfat” to describe a condition where the amount of excess body fat is enough to increase the risk of adverse health conditions. Data from a recent study reveal that up to […]

Probiotics found to reverse depression without the violent side effects of SSRI antidepressants

Lactobacilli, beneficial bacteria commonly found in probiotics, proves to be a potential treatment for depression. Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine examined the effects of stress in mice and noted a significant loss of Lactobacillus in the process. The scientists found that the loss in Lactobacillus results in the subsequent manifestation of […]

Green Bananas – 14 Incredible Health Benefits

Green bananas, also known as unripe bananas, are bitter in taste (due to high tannin contents), hard to peel, and has starchy flavor, all of which make them unpalatable. To reduce the bitterness and starchy flavor, you can steam, boil or fry them before consumption. Green bananas are rich in starch contents, roughly half of […]

Clean your Body’s Drains: How to Detoxify your Lymphatic System

Did you know that we are exposed to 82,000 different toxins, chemically-based products and processed foods in our environment weekly? Detoxification is the body’s natural, ongoing process of eliminating harmful toxins from the body so that it can function at its best. Toxins are man-made chemicals found in the air, water, food, household cleaners and […]

15 Reasons You Should Be Drinking Lemon Water Every Morning

If you are looking for an easy trick to improve your life and overall health, than look no further. Drinking lemon water first thing in the morning is a pretty simple routine to get into and will have tremendous effects on your overall health. Since I started this simple and surprisingly healthy habit a few […]

Corn Cob Cat Litter – Is Corn Cat Litter Bad for Cats?

If you’re reading this, you’re probably interested in choosing a healthy litter for your cat. While traditional clay litter is the most popular variety for fairly good reasons – it’s cheap and highly effective – there are arguments against its use. Clay litter is produced through strip mining, a process that can temporarily scar the […]

Liquid Lime Extract Offers At Least 15 Health Benefits

All this while, there are perhaps thousands of articles discuss lemon water health benefits. On the other hand, very few articles that I have come across discuss lime water health benefits. As far as I know, liquid lime extract health benefits which I would like to share with you in this article is not written […]

Jello: The Undercover Health Food

Jello is a delicious versatile dessert that can help reduce inflammation, make skin look younger, and improve bone health! This wiggly dessert is not just for kids anymore! I am not talking about the boxed commercial jello that most of us are used to. It is high in sugar and filled with artificial colors and […]

Go Nuts For Seeds: 8 Types to Eat More Often

Nuts and seeds are receiving increasing attention day by day, and studies show the potential health benefits of them. Seeds, these small foods are loaded with antioxidants, protein, fiber, healthy fats and variety of minerals. And it’s easy to include them into your snack and meals, here are some nutrient-packed seeds you should eat daily: […]