A survey done by the Thai Department of Livestock Development in 2016 concluded that out of the 6.7 million dogs in Thailand, 750,000 are strays. Unfortunately, this number has only risen since. In Bangkok alone, according to some estimates, there are around 100,000 and 300,000 strays. Since no one is […]
Most people want a flat belly; however, there is good and bad news when it comes to our fat-free belly. The good news is that you can have a flatter belly without having to do endless crunches and situps. In fact, we’ll share seven tricks that don’t include boring sit-ups […]
Americans spend billions on OTC acne treatments yearly; however, no matter how expensive the masks, creams, and scrubs are, they can’t fix an acne breakout if the inside is the director. Skin is the body’s way of communicating with us and when we fail to pay enough attention to the […]
Algal oil is an oil derived from algae. It’s rich in DHA which accounts for 97 percent of the omega 3s in the brain. But, not a sufficient number of Americans get the needed amount of this pivotal fatty acid. Algal oil is a plant-based, marine oil that doesn’t originate […]
Kerson fruit is a delicious berry-like fruit that reminds of cherries and it comes from a fast-growing tree. Known as Muntingia calabura, Kerson fruit originates from Latin America and Asia. The American name for it is the strawberry tree. More and more research is discovering the benefits of consuming these […]
Phlebitis or vein inflammation can happen on the surface of the skin, in the superficial veins, or in the deep veins. Superficial phlebitis affects the veins on the surface and this isn’t usually a serious problem. With proper treatment, it resolves quickly. But, people with superficial phlebitis may develop deep […]
Our brains are working non-stop; they’re processing, deciding, reacting, analyzing, etc. all the time so it’s no wonder they need all the support they can get to function optimally. Whether it’s dealing with the mental tiredness at the end of a long day or keeping your cognitive function sharp as […]
The lungs never rest. They ensure life-giving oxygen is flowing into the body while removing carbon dioxide. This rhythmic exchange is one of the many wonders of human physiology. A healthy respiratory system is pivotal for our overall health, but the lungs are also a delicate organ that is under […]
Mango is a sweet and tropical fruit of the mango tree and it’s one of the most popular fruits in the world. However, the leaves of the trees are also edible and offer wonderful health benefits! The young green mango leaves are tender so they’re often cooked and consumed in […]
Bloodroot is a flowering plant that originates from the east of the US and Canada. Its root and budding rootstalk (the rhizome) release a red fluid when they’re cut, hence the unusual name. In the autumn, the root and rhizome are harvested by herbalists and used as natural medicine. In […]