If you’re a parent to a teenager, then odds are you’re all too familiar with smartphone addiction. But what you probably didn’t know is that handing a smartphone to your child is as harmful as giving them a gram of cocaine. According to Mandy Saligari, an addiction specialist at London’s Harley Street Drug and Alcohol...
We are reminded time and again that we simply don’t deserve dogs. Our four-legged companions are so infinitely loyal, courageous, and loving that a world without them would be a sad place indeed. No one knows this better than the Nepalese who have a special date dedicated to celebrating the man’s best friend. Kukur Tihar...
Everybody loves a good hug. Hugs are a universal language that communicates love, comfort, and reassurance. But there’s more to hugging than just feeling good. The science behind why we hug reveals that there are complex biological and psychological processes at work when we give and receive hugs. Research has shown that the fuzzy feeling...
Jasmine is one of the most recognizable scents among perfume connoisseurs, but did you know that this tropical plant is also a tried and tested natural remedy for a variety of ailments? For centuries, jasmine has been used to alleviate everything from anxiety and insomnia to mood swings and upset stomach. Essential oil extracted from...
The market for CBD-infused products is booming. Depending on where you live, you can now get everything from CBD skincare and beauty products to CBD dog treats. The latest rage among CBD users are bath bombs containing this cannabis-derived chemical. Those who have tried them claim that taking a CBD bath is a unique experience...
If you often find yourself fighting to stay awake through the mid-afternoon energy slump, it’s time to rethink your stance on napping. You may think that napping is just for children, but taking a daytime nap is actually one of the best things you can do to get that extra boost of energy for the...
If you’re like most people, you probably consider dandelions either a good-for-nothing plant or a nuisance weed that keeps springing up on your lawn. The truth about dandelions, however, is that they’re one of nature’s most powerful medicines. Not only are all parts of the dandelion plants edible, but they’re also chock-full of essential vitamins...
You may have already known what we were talking about just from the title. That’s right, we’re talking about alcohol. Alcohol is a social lubricant, no doubt about it. The uncomfortable truth, however, is that it’s also toxic. And a nasty hangover is the least of your problems. Alcohol is a psychoactive drug that even...