by Claire Bailey | Aug 8, 2014 | Blog, Health Care
Antibiotic resistance is a very well-known problem today. It occurs when antibiotics used to treat serious infections are rendered ineffective through collective overuse. However, many are unaware that 80% of antibiotics sold in the U.S. are not taken by humans but...
by Claire Bailey | Mar 3, 2014 | Blog, Environment
A recent invention known as the Copenhagen Wheel may make it easier to bike to work. It converts a normal bicycle into an electric hybrid and enables commuters to bike places they would have otherwise had to take a car. The cyclist can even control the level of...
by Claire Bailey | Feb 8, 2014 | Blog
Everybody knows that daily exercise is critical to good health – it promotes good circulation, prevents weight gain, protects against a host of illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, and improves sleep quality and mood. During the winter months,...
by Claire Bailey | Jan 1, 2014 | Blog, Environment, Slow Food
In the following video, physicist and sustainable agriculture leader Dr. Vandana Shiva explains why bio-diverse, organic farming is a sustainable solution for a healthy and food secure future: Organic Food, Diverse Food, Abundant Food: Dr. Vandana Shiva from Kevin...
by Claire Bailey | Dec 25, 2013 | Blog, Health Care, Health Reform
In 2010, Americans spent $28 billion on vitamins. Yet, new research shows it is largely a waste of money. Three new studies prove multivitamins do not help prevent chronic disease. A study conducted by Fortmann and coworkers carefully reviewed all of the major...