Plastic Food Containers
Even if you’ve been careful enough to shop for BPA-free plastics, they’re likely still leaching estrogen-like chemicals in your food. In fact, researchers have found that more than 70 percent of plastics tested positive for these estrogen-mimicking agents when exposed to heat stress.
READ NEXT
When you’re giving it your all at the gym, you don’t mind sweat. After all, a drenched tank top is practically a badge of honor—a sign that you’re pushing yourself
Marital status The new study also found that the marital status of “widowed” was strongly associated with dementia. Previously, research has provided similar findings on older adults who are single
Book your annual physical Though some argue that “generally healthy” adults might not need an exam and blood-work every year, your doctor will put that visit to good use. “Everyone
We all know that germs can make us sick — from the cold virus that zaps our energy to bacteria like E. coli or salmonella that throw our stomachs for
Gluten Gluten, a sticky protein found in wheat and related grains, such as barley, oats, and rye, can promote inflammation. People who have celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder in which
Tomato soup –Â There are days when all you need is a bowl full of soup next to a good Netflix series. For those nights, this recipe will save you from
Nausea A heart attack may cause nausea, which is twice as likely to occur in women than in men (many also feel like they’re getting the flu days before a
7. Remember the good old times When you’re feeling down, remember the good old times. We all have a particular memory that can instantly lift our spirits. Studies have actually
Side Effects From Medication According to the National Center for Health Statistics, 23% of women in their 40s and 50s use antidepressants, a higher percentage than any other age group
Skip simple carbs and added sugar Junk food can turn your mind to mush. Eating highly refined carbohydrates—like white bread, bagels, cookies and sugar-sweetened beverages—and foods high in added sugar
Oatmeal One remedy for an uncomfortable mosquito bite may also be one of your favorite breakfasts. Oatmeal can relieve itching and swelling because it contains special compounds that have anti-irritant
11. Bananas are super-easy to incorporate into your diet Unlike other fruits, bananas are definitely the most convenient healthy snack on the planet. And it’s not because we say so,
People are born with the ability to tell the difference between music and noise. Actually, our brains have different pathways for processing parts of music, like pitch, melody, rhythm, and
Hypothyroidism –Â Have you recently felt sluggish or inexplicably gained weight? Well, those can be signs that your thyroid isn’t making enough thyroxine. This can lead to changes in your body,
What happens after your request? Your provider has 60 days to respond to your request unless they ask for an extra time. Here’s what you can expect: If your
Bananas are good for your gut One medium banana has 3 grams of filling fiber (about 10 percent of your daily intake). Bananas also contain prebiotics, a type of fermentable
RELATED POSTS
© 2024 All rights reserved
2 thoughts on “20 Things You Think Are Healthy But Actually Aren’t”
I was surprised by some of these and not surprised by others. No wonder our bodies are so unhealthy. Things that have been developed in the last 50 years (plastic products, baked chips, frozen yogurt) all seemed to be wonderful. Now we find that we’re probably slowly killing ourselves. You hear more & more cases of cancer than ever before and now it makes sense.
I am 94 yrs old & have not nor do not eat any of these so far, think that my have anything to do with my healthy years now? Good thinking on your part to show all of these, I see so many eating all of them, thank you. Olive Pierce