Author Archives: health
Something else to avoid in pregnancy: Phthalates
Most pregnant women know that they should avoid things like alcohol and tobacco while they are pregnant, as well as certain foods like sushi and soft cheeses. But not many pregnant women think about avoiding lipstick, perfume, or lotions — and it turns out that they probably should. The problem is a type of chemical… Read More: Something else to avoid in pregnancy: Phthalates »
Can You Guess the Top Five Dirtiest Items in Your Home?
Comparatively speaking, your toilet seat is actually quite clean. Best Life1 went on a deep dive to discover the dirtiest areas in your home where bacteria may be lurking. These surfaces are likely touched each day without a second thought. Some are just teeming with bacteria. After years of being warned about the spread of… Read More: Can You Guess the Top Five Dirtiest Items in Your… »
The Battle for the One, True ‘Fire Cider’
Fire cider is an herbal concoction that steeps for weeks and emerges tangy and hot. It is a pungent brew made from apple cider vinegar, onions, garlic and horseradish, sometimes with citrus and hot peppers thrown in. Proponents claim it has beneficial properties. Lately fire cider has become known for another property: its ability to… Read More: The Battle for the One, True ‘Fire Cider’ »