Lifestyle

An apple a day keeps the doctor away. But what about oranges? Citrus fruits are loaded with the antioxidant vitamin C, which has been linked to an improved immune system, wound healing and even preventing arthritis. Perhaps your rheumatologist has recommended a vitamin C regimen every day.Unlike some other vitamins, our bodies can’t make vitamin C, so we...

So, you’re using a meat thermometer to temp your chicken as you cook. Good for you!But simply using the meat thermometer to be sure food reaches a safe temperature won’t prevent your family from getting sick. There’s an extra step to keep in mind—one that may seem obvious, but that’s overlooked by many. You have to clean that...

Many people are flocking to CBD for its therapeutic health benefits. Unlike THC, CBD doesn’t have any psychoactive properties, so it can be consumed without any mind-altering effects.Gummies are a great way for any CBD newbies to get started. Each gummy has a specific dosage, so you don’t have to fiddle around with measuring out a specific number...

Cannabutter—cannabis-infused butter—is a key ingredient in infused edibles. It’s generally less expensive than buying CBD oil, and learning how to make cannabutter is easier than you’d think (especially if you have a slow cooker).Starting with CBD-rich cannabis flowers infuses the edibles with valuable plant terpenes. CBD or hemp flowers don’t contain cannabinoids with psychoactive properties the way THC-rich...

Drinking water throughout the day and keeping yourself hydrated may be the healthiest habit you could have. Our bodies are made up of mostly water and need fresh water to continually keep our organs running and flush out toxins. The benefits of drinking water are all over the map, including links to better heart health, weight loss and...

There are two types of people: those who throw food away the minute it passes its expiration date, and those who proudly break open expired cans, polish off languishing leftovers and chow take-out boxes of mysterious origins. I’m definitely in the former camp, except when it comes to one type of food: eggs.The reason? Eggs take a very...

If you haven’t jumped on the CBD bandwagon yet, you probably know someone who has. This popular supplement has made its way from the alternative health world to just about everywhere. CBD stands for cannabidiol and is made from a cannabis plant. Unlike marijuana, it does not produce a high and has not been found to be addictive....