“Babies and young children are like the R&D division of the human species,” says psychologist Alison Gopnik. Her research explores the sophisticated intelligence-gathering and decision-making that babies are really doing when they … Read more
Epidemiologists estimate that approximately one-third of all cancer deaths can be attributed to diet. Some eminent scientists believe that vitamin E protects the cell against cancer-inducing agents, particularly those in air pollution and … Read more
Mood charting could be very helpful for finding what is triggering your mood swings. This mood chart has helped me understand the importance of daily exercise for me, and I hope it will help you get better control of your moods … Read more
Some time ago I saw a cartoon of a dog straining at its leash, barking ferociously at a cat, as if to say, “Just lemme at ‘em.” The cat wasn’t too shabby – actually looked mean – and was at least as big as the dog. All of a sudden in the middle of a ferocious bark, the leash snapped so the dog was free to go after the cat. He looked astonished. Scared to death. He quickly grabbed the leash, ran back and tied a triple knot. Then, he could again safely strain at the leash and bark his fiery, “Just lemme at … Read more
Free Range or Free Roaming:
There is no guarantee that the cows and chickens actually got … Read more
Our modern lifestyle exposes us to a huge range of substances, while our hours spent indoors result in constant exposure to indoor air polutants. Bring the outdoors indoors! It will help you protect your health and make you sleep sweeter. These plants are great for cleaning the … Read more
There’s a maze of “green” plastics on the market today. Are they really as earth-friendly as they claim to be? Here’s a breakdown of some of the plastic labels you may come … Read more
Mix something sweet, such as jam or honey, with borax to make an effective ant poison. Put the mixture on small saucers and place them near ant trails. Don’t use it if you have small children or pets that may unknowingly eat … Read more
Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) are derived from fruit sugars, such as glycolic acid, which comes from sugar cane. The glycolic acid sloughs off the upper layers of the skin, making way for beautiful new cell growth. You can buy commercial creams containing AHA, but be wary of the dangerous chemicals that may also be packed into the … Read more
Hybrid cars are the most popular by far of the alternative energy vehicles. They have both battery and a regular gasoline engine. Hybrids do not need to be plugged in and result in much better than average gas mileage by storing the energy used during braking in the battery, then using it to supplement the gasoline … Read more
