Don’t worry, you’re not alone in finding it hard to keep your little green buddies alive and well. With the advice of experts at Nature by Letterbox, you’ll soon be a pro We’ve all grown up with images of wild and untameable green jungles thriving under all conditions. Whether its rainforest monsoons flooding the soil,…
Why Golf Makes For A Great Workout
Over 25 million Americans play golf regularly. It’s a widely popular sport and, maybe to your surprise, makes for a great overall workout. Think about it, you’re outside, surrounded by trees on a sunny day, and walk anywhere between 3-6 miles during a round. These are only some of the reasons why golf makes for…
What Anti-Aging Skin-Care Products Can and Can’t Do, According to Derms
Chances are you’ve seen or purchased skin-care products that claim to reduce and prevent signs of aging. They fade dark spots, soften wrinkles, and even restore a bounce to the skin. But it’s important to understand the limitations of anti-aging products, says Shirley Chi, MD, a California-based, board-certified dermatologist. There’s only so much they can…
Can Strawberries Slow Down the Aging Process?
The long sought-after fountain of youth may have been hidden in plain sight all along. Three new studies suggest strawberries may be associated with slowing down aging of the brain, cardiovascular system, and gut microbiome. KEEPING THE MIND SHARP AS WE AGE As a person ages, the brain can experience changes that result in impairments…
World Health Organization On Cancer
The World Health Organization’s (WHO) knowledge of cancer is dangerously superficial. They do get it right about cancer being the leading cause of death worldwide, but that is about it. The rest is less than helpful, so no wonder why nine million people die of cancer each year. Cancer claimed far more lives in the……
COVID Mask Theater Caught on Camera
Throughout the pandemic, the inconsistencies in public health guidelines not only have been glaring but unsettling. From flip-flops over the effectiveness of mask wearing to rules that seemingly contradict themselves — like it’s “safe” to take your mask off while eating in a restaurant but not while you’re walking to the table, or making small…
Dopamine vs. Serotonin—A Neurologist Breaks Down the Two Happy Hormones
As I vaguely remember from 10th grade science, we’re all flesh factories that run on chemicals. Though you’d love to think it’s strictly the sunshine or a bounty of “likes” on your latest Instagram post that’s making you happy, it’s really a bunch of pumping hormones. Two of our favorites for feeling good? Dopamine and…
Drinking Tea – A Lifestyle with Health Benefits
Tea consumption is on the rise. Consumers are enjoying having access to an expanding range of new teas, especially premium loose teas from China such as fresh green tea. The enjoyment of top-graded teas has had a long history in China and Asia, but only really started taking off in the west during the last…
The Health Hazards of GM Corn
Everything You HAVE TO KNOW about Dangerous Genetically Modified Foods from Jeffrey Smith on Vimeo. A study demonstrates the toxicity of three genetically modified corn varieties from the American seed company Monsanto, according to the Committee for Independent Research and Information on Genetic Engineering. “For the first time in the world, we’ve proven that GMO…
The Difference Between Social Anxiety and Shyness, According to a Psychologist
Perhaps you’ve waited all of quarantine for authentic social connection—hugs, maskless conversations, eating outdoors because it’s beautiful…not because it’s a safety hazard to chow down inside. Yet now that you’re mingling with others, you feel decidedly self-conscious, uncomfortable, even panic-y. You may be wondering: Do I have social anxiety, or am I just shy following…