A person’s fingernails can reveal a lot about their health. Most often, fingernail lines are harmless. However, some lines could reveal health problems such as diabetes, thyroid disease, nutrient deficiencies, and more. Lines can run horizontally or vertically and be accompanied by other deformities like discoloration, thickening, and pitting, depending on the underlying disease. Here’s what you need to know about the lines in your fingernails.
Use This Ancient South American Oil For Pain, Wrinkles And More
Since the 16th century, people have used copaiba in physical and spiritual healing ceremonies. The copaiba tree grows in South America and can reach up to 100 feet tall. Its thick tree trunk provides access to the essential oil through oleoresin, which can be tapped like maple syrup from the maple tree. After the copaiba oleoresin is harvested, it is steam distilled to extract the essential oil. [Read more…]
10 ‘Healthy’ Foods You Have To Stop Eating
It’s easy to get caught up in the latest fad diet or to be tempted to try the newest healthy food. We all know that diet sodas and artificial sweeteners should be avoided, but there are many deceptively unhealthy “health” foods on the market. Sometimes, you have to be a food sleuth to spot the difference. To help you out, here are ten “healthy” foods you should avoid. [Read more…]
5 Containers You Can Recycle And Turn Into Gardening Pots
Your garden is the perfect place to express your creativity! Backyard gardening is also healthy for the mind, body and soul. It gets you outdoors and gives you the satisfaction of growing your own food. What’s better is that you can control what goes into your plants and you know exactly what you’re consuming. I encourage you to add an eco-friendly touch to your garden when you can and consider these five ideas for recycling containers for planting pots. [Read more…]
Are Leggings Ruining Your Health? 5 Things You Need To Know
I love leggings. I’ll admit it. In fact, I’m currently wearing one of my favorite pairs. But like most things, leggings are best enjoyed in moderation. While they aren’t “ruining” your health, they could be putting you at risk of several different conditions that you definitely need to know about, but it’s not all bad news. [Read more…]
15+ Things Your Toenails Are Trying To Tell You
Pink, blue, orange — some people only pay enough attention to their toenails to pick a color of polish when they get a pedicure. But don’t be so quick to cover those toenails until you’ve had a good look at them. Like your hair and your fingernails, your toenails can tell you things about your internal health that could save your life. [Read more…]
7 Ways To Pee Less In The Middle Of The Night
There’s not much that’s more frustrating than interrupted sleep at night. For some, sleep is a challenge, but if you regularly have to get up to pee every few hours, then it’s especially difficult. Having to make a trip to the toilet in the middle of the night is referred to as “nocturia,” and it affects more women than men. [Read more…]
If Your Poop Sticks To The Bowl, This Is The Problem
There’s a lot of information in your poop. From how much you poop and how often, to its consistency, your stools can tell you what’s going on inside your body. If your poop sticks to the side of the toilet bowl, it’s a sign that something is irritating your digestive tract. You may just need more water throughout the day, or there may be something more serious going on. Read on for more causes of — and how you can avoid — sticky poop. [Read more…]
5 Essential Oils Proven To Improve Memory
For years, essential oils have been the rage in the natural health arena. From improving your mood to helping stimulate healing, is there anything they can’t do? Whether you’re in school and test time is looming, or you’re concerned with aging gracefully and retaining your memory functions as you do so, there are a number of essential oils to help you achieve your goals. I’ve pulled together a list of my five favorite essential oils to improve memory, plus a few more recommendations for decreased stress, to help you do just that. [Read more…]
What This Oil From Morocco Can Do For Diabetes
You’re likely aware of argan oil’s many beauty benefits for the skin and hair. But what you may not know is that argan oil has been a staple in Moroccan homes for centuries — both for its use in culinary dishes and for its many health benefits. In fact, argan oil has been used for many years to treat acne, dry skin, wrinkles, and joint pain. But more recently, studies suggest that argan oil may be beneficial for diabetes. Here’s what you need to know about this exotic oil from Morocco.