Studies show that we swallow 25% or more of the chemically loaded whitening products that come in the form of strips or trays. Does fluoride, tar, aspartame, aluminum or benzene sound tasty to you? I think it’s safe to say that we’d all like to find an organic alternative, and oil pulling is just that.… Continue Reading

Last week, Dr. OZ had a show on the fastest growing cancer in women, thyroid cancer. It was a very interesting program and he mentioned that the increase could possibly be related to the use of dental x-rays and mammograms. He demonstrated that on the apron the dentist puts on you for your dental x-rays… Continue Reading

It’s estimated that 59 million Americans have a thyroid problem, but the majority don’t even know it yet. The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, is the master gland of metabolism. When your thyroid doesn’t function, it can affect every aspect of your health, and in particular, weight, depression and energy levels. Since… Continue Reading

We all know that too much sun exposure ages us. But chances are, unless you spent the summer bundled under a caftan, straw hat and gloves, you more than likely got your share of UV rays – precursors to the brown spots, uneven pigmentation and premature wrinkles that are the telltale signs of sun damaged… Continue Reading

So the big box stores are offering deals on back-to-school supplies for kids and their parents. Well, we’re offering deals as well but exclusively for teachers to get them relaxed and pumped up for the exciting 2011-2012 school year. Teachers are probably going to work extra harder this year and we want them to take… Continue Reading

The next life extension tool that Dr. Oz wheels onto Oprah’s stage can help you burn 700 calories…without lifting a finger. Dr. Oz says his in-laws introduced him to the infrared sauna, which is slightly different than a normal sauna. “It makes the same rays that come from the sun and filters out the UV… Continue Reading

The picture perfect wedding is the result of a year of planning on average. The dress. The flowers. The guest list. It’s no secret the stress of it all takes a toll on your health, especially your skin. If you’re a spring bride or the mother of the bride, there are steps you can take… Continue Reading

A new study in twins, published in the journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, shows just how much smoking prematurely ages your face. And the results are stark. Researchers from University Hospital Case Medical and Case School of Medicine found that smokers tended to have more upper eyelid sagging, under-eye bags and wrinkles, among other indicators… Continue Reading

Adding vitamins to your diet can help reduce the feeling of depression, winter blues or seasonal affective disorder (SAD). B vitamins, especially vitamin B12, have been shown to help those suffering from feelings of anxiety or depression. Simply adding nutritional supplements can help lift the blues, especially during stressful periods of life. Many vitamins can… Continue Reading

Groundbreaking new research on the cancer-fighting potential of vitamin C has made the pages of the peer-reviewed journal Science Translational Medicine. A team of researchers from the University of Kansas reportedly tested the effects of vitamin C given in high doses intravenously on a group of human subjects and found that it effectively eradicates cancer… Continue Reading