Today, 8 US states have laws about food recycling, 6 have food waste bans, and even more cities and states have enacted legislation for recycling. This comes as a result of THE public demand to reduce their landfills and carbon footprint. Moreover, at least half a dozen cities in America […]
A 2-year-old boy almost died after a popcorn kernel trapped into his lungs and triggered bacterial pneumonia. The boy, Nash Goddard, briefly choked on popcorn and he quickly recovered while watching TV together with his parents in their home in Denver, Colorado. However, the following day, he started coughing strangely […]
MCT oil is a popular supplement which is usually added to salad dressings, smoothies, and coffees. MCT stands for medium-chain triglyceride and this oil is comprised of medium-length fat chains known as triglycerides. Because of their shorter length, they’re easier for digestion and their processing in the body offers numerous […]
When Jack Gilbert, a scientists working at the University of Chicago who studies microbial ecosystems became a daddy for the first time, he received various advice on how to take proper care of his kid. This included tips like when to sterilize the baby’s pacifier or when to give him […]
Without doubt, hummingbirds are one of the most wonderful birds on our planet- dazzling in colors and beautiful metallic flying jewels. Their beauty which is constantly fascinating us is often tempting us to attract them in our homes by placing a hummingbird feeder. But, are we unknowingly killing hummingbirds with […]
With summer already here and the temperatures rising, millions of Americans head to public swimming pools to cool down, relax, and swim. However, though pool time has its advantages, a lot of the public swimming pools are full of germs and can lead to health problems if not properly treated […]
Copaiba essential oil is acquired from copaiba trees and there are more than 70 different species of this tree, a lot of them in Central and South America. These trees produce copaiba oil-resin naturally and it’s extracted by making a hole in the trunk. Then, a pile is inserted to […]
Without doubt, if we want a good overall health, we also need to pay attention to our oral health, that is, the state of our teeth and gums. Poor oral health care contributes to bacteria accumulation, especially around the gum lines, which is the ideal surrounding for bacteria. In order […]
More than 4,600 packets of bread flour from Pillsbury Best in ten states have been recalled due to a potential E. coli contamination. This flour is made by the ADM Milling Company and sold by the Hometown Food Company. According to the company, there have been no reports of people […]
When it comes to ear cleaning, most people use cotton swabs to eliminate the accumulated earwax. There are even specialized ones for children. Unfortunately, according to ear health experts, cotton swabs can do more harm than good. Namely, they can lead to damage of the hearing and balance. However, do […]
