Health

Globe artichoke leaf extract (Cynara scolymus) is good for indigestion, say researchers from the University of Bonn, Germany. In their study, patients’ nausea and flatulence were...

Clearly, when he wrote "Hell is other people", Jean-Paul Sartre knew something about how it feels to hold a grudge.

Sitting at a computer all day can be a real pain in the neck. If you are reading this, you're probably sitting at a computer right now. Check your posture, and try these simple stretches. Your body will thank you.

I’m often asked if there are any natural remedies that can give quick energy. I often feel tired in the afternoon, especially if I’ve been sitting at the computer for most of the day. The best remedy is to do something to get your energy moving. The following two yoga exercises are my favourite afternoon […]

If you’re in a relationship, it can be sobering to take an inventory of how you treat them. How much time did you spend together this week? How much (if any) was “quality time”? What did you talk about – chit-chat, family business, or something more significant? Give your partner the same consideration you would […]

Swallowing a vitamin tablet won’t mean you can skip the hat and sunscreen when you go to the beach, but it may give you extra protection from the sun’s rays. A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that subjects taking 25 mg of natural mixed carotenoids plus 500 IU of […]

Contrary to popular belief, people are actually less efficient when they multi-task, according to a recent report in the Journal of Experimental Psychology. The more complex the tasks are to do, the longer it takes your brain to switch gears, researchers found. The bottom line: Don’t try to do too much.

Getting involved is good for your health.

Staying active each day can keep a cold at bay.

Prevent horrible smells in your bins by sprinkling 1/4 cup each of borax (a natural mineral found in the laundry aisle) and bicarbonate of soda into the bottom of the empty...