From herbal tea to supplements to creams, there seems to be no limit to natural sleep aids. There are various great, non-addictive, natural alternatives to insomnia that are not only cheap but also easy to use to get the relief that you need. Natural health products for stress and insomnia are not only available in many local stores but they are all over the net; you just have to be careful you purchase your needed natural remedy from a trusted site. (more…)

Do you enjoy eating out? Have you noticed how fast you have gained weight and did you look and feel terrible after consuming massive amounts of trans fat and pounds of sugar from fast food junkies?

The problem with fast food servings is that they are too large that you can’t be sure how many calories are involved; not to mention that when you eat out, you don’t know how the meal is prepared or with what ingredients. Because of the calorie density of fast food most people don’t realize how much they’re really eating. Organic food, on the other hand, aside from the fact that it doesn’t compel you to spend, it promotes natural health and helps prevent some of the most common ailments as well. Herbs and spices such as peppermint and rosemary can be used as natural sleep aid. (more…)

Sunburn is better prevented than treated. Most health professionals recommend a sunscreen SPF level of at least 30-and greater if you plan to be outdoors on a winter vacation, north or south. Take a look at these valuable sun protection quick tips, courtesy of the makers of Neutrogena:

. Wear a wide brimmed hat to shade the face, neck and ears-and avoid direct sun rays in the middle of the day. (more…)

Since you can’t smell, taste, or see radon gas which is present in most homes, how can you know if your home is unsafe? The only way to know for sure is to purchase a test kit and measure the level of radon in your home.

Is it really worth testing for this gas, you might be wondering? Absolutely. Radon exposure is actually the second-leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking. Your risk of developing lung cancer due to radon depends on its concentration in the air you breathe and the duration of the exposure. Time between exposure and the onset of cancer is usually many years -all the more reason to test sooner rather than later. (more…)

Radon reduction steps can vary in their complexity, effectiveness and cost. Although many of these radon-reducing measures can require installation by a professional contractor or skilled homeowner, many steps can be taken immediately at very little expense.

Closing off major entry routes for radon may help in reducing radon levels. Pay attention to openings in your home’s foundation where radon can enter. Some openings that can be important to seal include: (more…)

All homes contain some radon gas. The question is whether your home’s radon level presents a danger that can be avoided? The amount of the radioactive gas present in your home will depend on various factors such as soil characteristics, geographic location, a home’s construction type, foundation condition, occupants’ lifestyle and weather. (more…)

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is invisible, odourless and tasteless and present in all homes.

. Eight to 15 percent of lung cancers are attributable to long term radon exposure.

. Radon exposure causes approximately 2,000 lung cancer deaths in Canada every year.

. Exposure to radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, and the second leading cause (behind tobacco) for smokers. (more…)

You may have been hearing more about radon gas in homes lately - and for good reason. Exposure to radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer in smokers and it is also a major cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas formed when the uranium in soil and rocks breaks down. The gas can move through small spaces in the soil and rock upon which a house is built. It can seep into a home through dirt floors, cracks in the foundation, sump pumps, floor joints, basement drains and gaps around pipes. The amount of radon in a home will depend on many factors such as soil characteristics, type of construction, condition of the foundation and type of ventilation systems used in the home. (more…)

As consumers, we all want the cleanest, safest, most secure home environment to live in and raise our families. One way to do this is to monitor our homes for the quality of the air we breathe. Radon gas, for example, is not something we hear about every day in Canada, however, it is gaining momentum as a cause for concern. (more…)

Many Canadians rely on multi-vitamin supplements to compensate for a lack of nutrients due to poor food choices and fast-paced lifestyles. In fact, a national study found close to fifty per cent of us report purchasing vitamin or mineral supplements. Amongst 13-19 year olds, the number was as high as 42.5 per cent. While supplements can be beneficial, some dietitians suggest that Canadians may benefit by a return to ‘real foods’ in their diet. (more…)