Picture 11-year-old Joseph. His grandfather recently passed away after a long bout of cancer. Unfortunately, it was not without pain and suffering, for which Joseph got a front row seat. Now, months after his grandfather’s passing, he has started to… read more
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How to Minimize Exposure to Harmful Chemicals in Everyday Products
Science has developed some ground-breaking products over the years that make life easier for us. However, some of these products hit the market only to find out later that they include chemicals that cause long-lasting impacts to both human health… read more
How to Steer Clear of Fall Allergies
As we enter into the fall season, we expect cooler temperatures and changing leaves, but something that is often overlooked is the onset of fall allergies. In the Southeast, fall allergies usually begin in the middle of August and subside… read more
Say “NO”: How to Set Personal Boundaries
One of the keys to good time management is the ability to say no when necessary. All of us know the feeling of overload. Reducing or eliminating that feeling isn’t a matter of figuring out how to do more in… read more
Learn the Dangers of Too Much Sugar
It’s an easy trap to fall into. Candy as treats when potty training, going out for ice cream as a reward for good grades, hot chocolate after school on cold days. Sugary foods are quick and easy to utilize when… read more
Busy Mom Fitness: A 25-Minute Routine for Busy Moms
Parenting is a full-time job. Regardless of whether you spend your days chasing children or sitting behind a desk, life is busy. It can be easy to put your own health on hold while taking care of others. However, maintaining a… read more
5 Second Rule: Is It REALLY Safe to Eat?
We’ve all heard about the "5 second rule." You know, where you drop some food on the floor but if you pick it up within five seconds you’d avoid the chance of germs. It sounds good, but is it accurate?… read more
Kids and Energy Drinks: Our Youth’s Latest Health Scare
Energy drinks are everywhere. From convenience stores to pharmacies, they are ever-increasing in popularity, particularly with our children. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as many as 50% of kids between the ages of 12 and… read more
7 Vitamin C Products for Happy and Glowing Skin
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, “normal skin contains high concentrations of vitamin C, which supports important and well-known functions, stimulating collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against UV-induced photo damage.” As you age and through exposure… read more
Heterochromia: A Tale of Two Eye Colors
July 12 is National Different Colored Eyes Day — a time of year where we recognize the individuals around the world who captivate us with one of nature’s most fascinating anomalies: heterochromia. What is heterochromia? Heterochromia refers to the condition… read more