Completely Gross School Lunches in the US (24 pics)
“Fed Up” is a blog started by Farah Sheikh and shows cafeteria lunches in an effort to draw attention to the poor nutrition in schools. Here are some of the worst examples from over 7000 schools of...
View ArticleCavers explore 1,200 foot deep sinkhole in Mexico (12pics)
El Sótano de las Golondrinas, (the Cave of Swallows), in Mexico, is the largest known cave shaft in the world. A 200 foot wide hole in the forest floor drops straight down 1,220 feet to the cave floor...
View Article11 Weird Things Sugar's Doing to Your Body
Is sugar toxic? It is when you consider the levels the average American swallows each year—a whopping 130 pounds of added sugars ingested annually. That's about 22 teaspoons a day, way over the max set...
View ArticleThe Top 12 Worst Chemicals in Your Home
Worst Chemicals Ever?When the United Nations comes out with a report calling something a "global health threat," we should probably be more than a little concerned. And that's exactly what happened in...
View ArticleComet ISON vanishes as it circles the sun
Comet ISON appears to have flown too close to the surface of the sun Thursday and vanished as it circled the fiery surface, astronomers said. The large block of ice and rock had been expected to skim...
View Article12 Surprising Uses for Herbs & Spices
Need to keep your clothes bright, your salt intake down, or your radiator sealed? Look no further than your spice rack. Yep, there are plenty of really fantastic ways to use herbs and spices to solve...
View Article12 Sneaky Ways Food Makes You Sick
Food allergies and sensitivities can be tricky to navigate. The symptoms can range from headaches to gas, and they sometimes don't even show up until a day or two after you've eaten.Woodson Merrell,...
View Article4 Ways Doing Good Can Make You Healthier
Longer LifespanA 2013 review of 40 international studies suggests that volunteering can add years to your life-with some evidence pointing to a 22 percent reduction in mortality. How much time must you...
View ArticleEight effective home remedies for Asthma
Asthma is the number one cause of chronic illness in kids, affecting more than 5.5 million children. Researchers and scientists across the world are engaged in discovering effective treatments for...
View Article10 Food Combinations That Mess with Your Health
Not Better TogetherEating the right foods is only half the battle. The other? Eating them with more of the right foods. Some surprising combinations can cause weight gain, sluggishness and even tummy...
View ArticleTOP 10 Genetically Modified FOODS to LOOK OUT FOR
1. SoyUp to 90% of soybeans in the market have been genetically modified to be naturally resistant to an herbicide called, Round Up. This increased resistance to the herbicide allows farmers to use...
View ArticleThe 8 Worst Snacks for an Afternoon Slump
It's 3 p.m. You're hungry again and feeling sleepy. You might be tempted to reach for one of these common -- and deceptively healthy -- treats to perk yourself up, but don't. 1. SKIP: PretzelsYou may...
View ArticleThe Daniel plan—a new diet from the Bible
The latest diet which is gaining popularity in the US is inspired by a noble Jew who lived over 2600 years ago during the reign of the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar.According to the Bible, Daniel, a...
View Article4 Powerful Foods That Guard Your Heart
Warnings about foods that harm your heart abound: fried potatoes, greasy burgers, cream-rich pasta… But here’s a look at four fabulous foods that do your heart a world of good. The great thing is, they...
View Article8 Natural Ways to Feel More Energized
Light UpLight is nature's way of telling your internal clock that it's time to start the day, says Michael Terman, Ph.D., author of the upcoming bookReset Your Inner Clock. Leave the shades open or...
View ArticleThe 10 Worst Holiday Foods to Eat
Who knew that food so small could have such a big impact on your waistline? Here, the top 10 worst appetizers to indulge in this season. Spinach Artichoke Dip with ChipsSpinach and artichokes? No...
View ArticleThe 10 Healthiest Party Foods
BruschettaIt's one of the simplest party foods to make: Top a small slice of Italian bread with a gorgeous mixture of tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and basil and voila -- you've got bruschetta. And...
View ArticleProstate cancer: What men need to know
Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only affects men. As the name suggests, it arises in a man’s prostate - a gland in the male reproductive system. Prostate cancer tends to develop in men over...
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