It appears that every time we turn on the news, new genetic disorders are being discussed. But is this because we have improved technology to detect them, or simply that they are on the increase? Before we go any further, what do we mean by genes, DNA, and genetic disorders? Human beings are made up of millions and millions of cells. Each one…
Because of the benefits of vaping, this method has become a very popular alternative to using traditional tobacco over the past few years. Everybody knows the dangers of smoking cigarettes by now, and vaping gives users the opportunity to still get the nicotine they crave without all of the harmful side effects. Choosing to vape not only keeps you from inhaling the bad…
If you stop washing hair every day, it will have some benefits to your hair's health that you may not have thought of. I have really curly hair, so trying to make it look nice without washing my hair every day is a nightmare. While styling your hair when it's dry is best, it just makes my hair look like frizz. So I…
Did you know that there are some things that contain cancer-causing chemicals and you use them almost every day? Let's see and analyze them. Recently, we have been bombed about the dangers of formaldehyde, nitrobenzene, and PVC. These carcinogens can be found in everyday items such as paints, perfumes, shampoos, plastics, and rubber. But there are more dangerous items that we use in…
Did you know that by using bleach to lighten your hair color you can be doing more damage than good? The chemicals found in bleach products are often toxic and can result in the negative short-term and long-term effects on the health of your hair. Stop paying for dangerous chemicals that ruin your hair and start considering all-natural ingredients to lighten your hair…
Did you know that reboiling water is bad for your health? What does ‘reboiling’ actually mean? It’s very simple. Reboiling water is when you boil it once, let it cool down and then boil it again. Most of us do it all the time without thinking. Doesn’t sound very dangerous, does it? However, some scientists believe that reboiling water is incredibly bad for…
Did you know that Baking soda could be used for other purposes other than baking? Well, scientists have long known its health and healing benefits. In fact, there are some great ways to use baking soda at home, with hair treatment and personal care being some good examples. The beauty is that it is cheap to acquire and when used, it takes a…
Plastic — can you imagine a day without it? It has come to be a component of nearly everything we buy and use, it seems. On the one hand, plastic has made things possible that might not have been possible. On the other hand, there are a few major problems (at least) with its widespread use: It lasts longer than we can adequately…
Herbs are good for you, right? Most people know that herbs benefit health in one or more ways. Lavender soothes the nerves, sage clarifies the air and mint cures diarrhea. There are also many herbs that have a questionable reputation - Aconitum is one of these, seen as a highly toxic plant. Another controversial plant is Cannabis, and you probably know a few…
Coconut oil might have been the most talked-about oil in 2013, and newsflash: it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Are you trying to reduce harsh chemicals and toxins from your daily life? In terms of versatility, coconut oil is the ultimate win. From skincare and haircare to dietary benefits, investing in a good quality bottle of this super ingredient seems like a steal.…