In the world of raising livestock, some of the smallest players are making the most significant impact. Insect farming is growing in popularity, and the benefits are impressive even for casual cultivators. It doesn’t take much money to establish a bug-based farm, and when managed correctly you can transform it into a steady source of side income. But why would you consider welcoming more insects… [read more]
7 Surprising Health Benefits Of Dark Chocolate
November 1, 2018 by
Chocolate is arguably the world’s favorite sweet treat. Each year, an estimated 7.2 million metric tons of chocolate is consumed worldwide. But while confectionary chocolate has a bad reputation as sugary, addictive, and guilt-inducing – dark chocolate, with its higher cocoa content, is a true super food that you can feel good about eating. The Food Of Gods… Of the Theobroma genus, which literally translates… [read more]
11 Health Promoting Houseplants That Make Great Holiday Gifts
November 1, 2018 by
With Christmas just around the corner, you might be starting to work on your gift list for friends and family. While you could go for the ol’ standby gifts like slippers, jewelry, games etc., you could also consider a living gift that keeps on giving all year round. Giving a plant for a gift is a great way to celebrate life, happiness, and friendships. There… [read more]
7 Best Eco-Friendly Ways To Heat Your Home
October 26, 2018 by
No matter where you happen to live in this world that’s subject to chilly temperatures, those winter heating costs can be sky high and typical heating solutions are usually not all that great for the environment either. Traditional heating methods use fossil fuels such as natural gas, oil, and coal, which come with a high cost to the environment, contributing to global warming, a higher… [read more]
6 Reasons To Add Mushroom Powder To Your Diet
October 24, 2018 by
Mushrooms are having a moment, and there’s a lot of reasons to consider adding them to your diet. Yet, many people avoid mushrooms because their texture turns their stomach. Informal surveys show that mushrooms are one of the most hated foods in America, but this fungal family promises you impressive health benefits, like lower cancer risk, better-controlled blood sugar, mood and energy elevation, and even… [read more]
14 Brilliant Uses For Coconut Oil In Your Beauty Regime
October 19, 2018 by
By now you are probably well aware of the reported positive effects of coconut oil in the body and the wild health benefit claims that surround it. This tropical secret is not so secret anymore, as the health and beauty worlds are consumed with this oil and its mainstream appeal is only growing. Millions of people across the globe are supplementing unhealthy cooking oils such… [read more]
9 Reasons To Have A Cup Of Ginger Tea
October 18, 2018 by
Nothing soothes the soul and body more than a steaming hot cup of ginger tea on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of refreshing iced ginger tea to cool you off in the heat of summer. This root has been used for over 5,000 years in hundreds of countries as a remedy for many common ailments such as digestive issues, inflammation, and arthritis,… [read more]
6 Reasons Why You Should Eat Oatmeal For Breakfast
October 16, 2018 by
Ah, there is nothing like a piping hot bowl of oatmeal on a chilly winter morning. The warm oats fill your belly and heart, giving you the nutrients and the energy to make it till lunch. Oatmeal has long been heralded as a potent superfood but is often overshadowed by more flashy ingredients such as coconut oil and kale. While drinking a green smoothie, jam-packed with… [read more]
8 Home Remedies To Remove Tonsil Stones
October 15, 2018 by
Tonsil stones, also known as tonsilloliths, are calcified bits of debris that can get lodged in the crevices of your tonsils. They are made up of dead cells, mucus, bacteria, and food particles. Once trapped in the folds of your tonsils, they harden into yellowish stones. While tonsil stones may not exhibit obvious symptoms, one major indication you might have them is recurrent, foul-smelling breath.… [read more]
8 Reasons You Should Sip A Cup Of Oolong Tea
October 11, 2018 by
Oolong tea is a particular type of partially oxidized tea that is considered neither green tea nor black tea but falls somewhere right in the middle. It originated deep in the heart of China, and thankfully found its way into the western tea-drinking culture. This smooth blend not only tastes terrific, but has been used for hundreds of years across the world to help relieve… [read more]
