What is the difference between bee pollen and royal jelly extract? What benefits do they offer? Let’s do a little comparison on each. Bee pollen is called the “food of life”. It contains 18 amino acids, vitamins, calcium, copper, iron, phosphorous, potassium, fatty...
As most of us search for the perfect diet, you may be surprised to learn that bee pollen and weight loss have been linked. Research has found that bee pollen increases the metabolism, thereby speeding up the rate at which calories are burned. In fact, it is thought...
Getting enough sleep is important for any child. Infants and toddlers require lots of sleep to support their growth and development, and to keep them in good spirits. Schoolchildren need to get enough sleep to be alert in school. And kids of all ages (as well as...
Jumping on the New Year’s resolution bandwagon is fun. It’s great to think about changing your life for the better. Your motivation is pure and you do want to improve your life. However, your dedication may not be there. It happens to all of us this time of year. We...
Vitamins A, D, and E are important to our health and, as such, have been recommended as part of a dietary regimen or via supplements. Cod liver oil consists of omega-3 fatty acids and is a rich source of these vitamins. However, there are reasons to be cautious with...
Splinters are a nuisance and hurt to boot, right? In order to remove it you either use a pair of tweezers or pinch the skin so that you can take it out with your fingers, but alas – all that pain resulted in the splinter not moving one iota. But, take heart, there is...
While we know that exercise can relieve stress, balancing your diet to improve tension and stress is another facet to achieving overall good health. When our immune system is out of balance, we are more vulnerable to everyday stresses and tension. However, if our...
Fruits and vegetables are an important part of any balanced diet. But nutrition experts also recommend eating a certain number of servings of meat and dairy products each day. It’s not surprising that many people who are considering becoming vegetarians hesitate...
Taking on a new life change can feel overwhelming. How do you fit your new routine into your old life? How do you accomplish your goal while still taking care of the things that need to be done? How do you adapt to the new feelings, stresses and problems that can be...
Walk into any grocery or drug store, and you’ll see a myriad of tooth whitening products on the toothpaste aisle. There are whitening toothpastes, whitening strips, and entire tooth whitening systems. Some of the toothpastes use natural ingredients such as...
We’ve all come home from a hard day at work and felt that aching pain in our back. If it just lasted a little while, it would probably be fine. But when that annoying pain doesn’t go away, it can disturb your sleep and your daily activities. Usually, back pain comes...
We’ve all had muscle pain in our backs from time to time, but if that minor pain becomes severe or even permanent, we can begin to worry. While minor causes can bring about some major pain, there are many causes of back pain that are more severe and need to be treated...
Back pain is a very common affliction. In fact, pretty much everyone has felt pain of some kind in their upper or lower back. If you are experiencing pain that just won’t quit, but can’t figure out why, here are a few suggestions. The best part is that once you find...
Getting older doesn’t mean you can’t get yourself into shape. As you age, it is important to keep a balanced exercise program including endurance training, strength training, balance exercises, and stretching exercises. By performing all of these activities, you can...
One of the things that many people dread about wintertime is the flu. If you’ve ever had it, you know that it’s no fun. There is no cure for it and there is little that you can do besides wait it out. The best that modern medicine can offer is medications...
Many people use the cold winter months to participate in their favorite indoor activities. There is plenty to do outside too. Skiing, sledding and building snowmen are favorite outdoor recreational activities. Some people work outdoors, making venturing out into the...
Although the general population is better informed about autism than it once was, there are still certain incorrect assumptions that are made about autistic people. Those who have never dealt closely with someone with autism often assume that it is a hopelessly...
There has been much controversy over the use of artificial sweeteners. Saccharin, for example, was once nearly banned, but got by with a warning label on products that contained it. It has since been declared safe by the government. Aspartame has also undergone...
Many people live with joint pain on a regular basis and just assume they’re getting arthritis, but not all joint pain is caused by arthritis, and not all joint pain (or arthritis) is treated in the same way. That’s why it’s important to recognize the symptoms so your...
Many of us are affected by arthritis, or know someone who is. Arthritis is a condition of moderate to severe pain that affects the joints, but what exactly is it that causes some people to get arthritis while others don’t? The quick and easy answer as to what causes...
For many years, vaccinations were an accepted part of life for children and their parents. The government mandated them, and few people argued. After all, they were considered the most effective tool in stopping the spread of a number of horrible diseases. Vaccination...
Herbs have been in existence, and in use, since long before prescription drugs were ever thought of. They are often hailed as a more natural way to treat ailments. But it is a common misconception that herbal supplements are without risk. It is true that herbs are...
It used to be that soap and water was the best way to kill germs and keep your family from getting sick. Recently, all kinds of sanitizing products have come on the market and promise to kill even more germs and prevent the spread of even more disease in your house....
Are Detox Diets Right for You? You may have heard the term “Detox Diet” and wondered if it is something you should try. In order to help you make the right decision for you and your health, it is important to first know what a detox diet is. What is a...
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