Switching to sustainable menstrual products is a simple yet impactful way to align your health with your values. Addressing concerns and equipping yourself with the right tools and mindset can make the transition smoother and more rewarding.
The United States health care system is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and innovative medical achievements. However, it is also riddled with inefficiencies, which result in a staggering $800 billion of annual waste, accounting for nearly 30% of spending.
Many families in Western North Carolina were facing the holiday season still in need of the perfect housing, after Hurricane Helene devastated their towns. But this month, thanks to Lowe’s relief efforts and hundreds of volunteer home builders, 100 tiny homes were donated.
Natural remedies have been used throughout history to stave off the effects of aging and low sex drive. Heat up your love life with foods and herbs that are natural aphrodisiacs.
The next thing I knew, I found myself face-to-face with two beautiful horses. My breath caught in my throat as adrenaline coursed through my body. I noted both excitement and fear as I evaluated our proximity. I backed away slowly, never averting my gaze.
I hope to soften as the years go by: my voice, my thoughts, my footsteps. My heart. More love, kindness, and gratitude; less worry, fear, judgment. More listening, less talking. Of course, I am already in the age bracket people refer to as “older.” Older than what or whom, I’m not sure.
Here are some top food recommendations to keep your immune system in tip-top shape during flu season. Chances are, you already have many of these ingredients in your pantry, but if not, this is your sign to stock up.
On a December night, I mindlessly flung the front door open, and in flew a bird. Panic-stricken and late for an evening out, I tried in vain to guide the purple finch out the door. When my efforts failed, I shut the doors in the house, covered the furniture with sheets, and hoped for the best.
It’s hard to imagine a holiday season without “A Charlie Brown Christmas. But this beloved TV special almost didn’t make it to air. The program turned “Peanuts” from a popular comic strip into a multimedia empire – not because it was flashy or followed the rules, but because it was sincere.
President Joe Biden signed a bill into law making the bald eagle the national bird, so the once-endangered species can now fly alongside other national symbols including the national tree (the oak tree), the national floral emblem (the rose), and the national mammal (the bison).
Explore deeper self-healing as a higher purpose. Find something that is healing to you, and that you enjoy, and consciously allow your cells to receive this food or therapy or new belief as a healing tool. See the healing your cells want, and feel them receive it.
The more we learn about cats, the more we realize they are complex individuals with unique personalities and preferences, capable of learning. From understanding your cat’s language to keeping them safe and healthy – here are science-backed tips to improve the lives of your feline flatmates.
The simple act of hugging may not only increase your bond with others but may also boost your physical and emotional health. The late Virginia Satir stated, "We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth."
Plant buds hold a particular promise for healing, regeneration, and growth, contained both in their physical substance and vitality. Meristem cells are found in the parts of the plant where growth occurs, and they can be thought of as the plant kingdom’s version of embryonic stem cells in animals.
Despite the company’s public downplaying of the success and popularity of reusable glass bottles, Coca-Cola operates a thriving refillable glass bottle program in just this one US city, according to The Story of Stuff Project, which could be a key to tackling plastic pollution globally.
As another winter begins, Pluto’s recent entry into Aquarius is an important omen of the challenges ahead. On a personal level, respect your first impressions as well as intuitive feelings. In concert with friends and allies, identify crucial shared values and essential interests.
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty wrote in a New York Times op-ed Friday that the for-profit U.S. healthcare system "does not work as well as it should" and that "no one would design a system like the one we have," admissions that came as his industry faced a torrent of public anger.
For more than a decade, About Fresh, a nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to fresh foods in underserved communities, has been working with All In, a mobile food truck that is now bringing affordable, fresh produce to families all over Boston. Wicked smart.
Hypnosis has been found to be effective for treating irritable bowel syndrome, and it may be beneficial for weight reduction, sleep disorders and anxiety. For mild to moderate depression in adults, hypnotherapy is as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy, and it can help with depression in children.
You might not give much thought to your toilet habits, but the way you sit on the throne significantly impacts your digestive health. If you're struggling with constipation, the solution may be simpler than you think.
The most powerful tool for managing pain isn’t in your medicine cabinet — it’s in your head. Before you dismiss this as some new age wishful thinking, let me tell you about a breakthrough study that’s changing everything we thought we knew about pain management.
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