The Alternative Daily

The use of antidepressants has skyrocketed over the last two decades, and was the third most common prescription drug taken by Americans of all...

In today’s economy, many families have to cope with a tight food budget, and it’s no secret that organic foods typically cost significantly more...

This week, Hollywood starlet Angelina Jolie announced that she underwent a preventative double mastectomy procedure a couple of months ago, after learning that she...

You love to eat out, but there are temptations around every corner, portions are ginormous and social pressure is everywhere. No need to fret,...

In 1826, Anthelme Brillat-Savarin wrote, "Dis-moi ce que tu manges, je te dirai ce que tu es," which translates into, "Tell me what you...

It’s no secret that humans need to eat fats to survive. Fat produces energy and aids in the absorption of vitamins and minerals. However,...

A new study performed by the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine has linked prenatal exposure to flame retardant chemicals to lower intelligence and...

It is unfortunate that more time is not given in medical school to teaching prospective physicians about the importance of a balanced diet or...

No one likes to be in pain. Chronic pain interferes with quality of life and can lead to such things as depression and compromised...

Restful sleep is absolutely essential to a properly functioning body and mind. Studies have shown that inadequate sleep lowers the immune system, throws blood...