People across the country recently became captivated by the ‘Ice Bucket Challenge” to raise money for ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) aka Lou Gehrig’s Disease, awareness, but what if there was a simple solution available right now to help sufferers? While there is currently a lack of “official scientific research” on [...]
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Monthly Archives August 2014
Man Caught Between Train and the Platform Saved by People Power in Australia
A lot of times it can seem daunting being an activist, or even just someone who plays one on the Internet (by sharing important stories on social media and the like). But every once in a while we’re reminded that the power of people working together in unison can overcome [...]
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If Europe Won’t Eat Our Apples, Why Should You?
Organic food is still considered to be a “specialty” item in America, but to the rest of the world it is a necessity considering all of the chemicals and growing techniques that are banned overseas. Every year in the fall millions of people head to the apple orchards to pick, [...]
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Why You Shouldn’t Crack Your Knuckles (or Neck): A Chiropractor Explains
Lately I’ve been feeling a little bit, well, creakier than usual. It’s probably because I’ve been spending a little too much time working, hunched over at my desk, but at the same time, I’ve also noticed that while I’ve been cracking my hands, knuckles and neck quite a bit, the [...]
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Five Game-Changing GMO Petitions That Take Less Than a Minute to Sign
While contacting our representatives and local media outlets are probably even better ways to affect change with our voices, signing petitions can also play an important role. After all, it was an outpouring of signatures to the EPA against the requested use of a banned chemical on up to 3 [...]
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Six All-Natural Alternatives to Ibuprofen That Really Work
For millions of Americans, popping an aspirin or ibuprofen pill for pain relief is just a daily part of life. After all, it beats the alternative of trying much more dangerous and habit-forming prescription drugs, and pain relief is often an immediate need that demands an immediate solution. But there [...]
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Flotation Therapy in Metro Detroit: My Review of the Neuro Fitness Center in Southfield
Of all the ways to relax and unwind, few are better than the simple act of sitting alone, closing your eyes and just “being.” The official term for this type of therapy is meditation, a practiced long utilized by everyone from Buddhist monks to everyday people, especially some of the [...]
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Pennsylvania Officials Crack Down on Citizens’ Seed Library, Condemn Practice as “Agri-Terrorism”
As Monsanto and other large agrochemical corporations continue their ongoing push for control over the seed system, more and more grassroots activists and citizens have begun doing their own part to preserve food and seed freedom. Saving heirloom and organic seeds and starting local seed banks are just some of [...]
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Got Gluten Sensitivity? This One Type of Coffee Could Trigger it Over 80% of the Time (Video)
The gluten-free craze is in full effect and more people are looking to go gluten-free than ever before, but did you know that a specific type of coffee could have the same effects on your symptoms as gluten itself, if you happen to be sensitive, that is? Holistic Doctor David [...]
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Harvard Scientists Warn Thousands of Women Who Take This At Grave Heart Attack Risk
Millions of people are told by doctors to take an aspirin tablet each day to protect against heart disease, but a new study shows that a specific segment of the population may be putting themselves at risk by taking the popular over-the-counter painkiller daily. The study, conducted by scientists at [...]
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