Dreaming of a spa day? Your desire for some pampering isn’t just a form of unnecessary indulgence- it can also make you healthier. As it turns out, getting a massage has plenty of benefits for you besides simply making you feel incredible. In a world filled with uncomfortable desk chairs, too little exercise, and constant […]
When most people think about sleeping on the floor, chances are that the first thing that comes to mind is a hurting back, a crick in the neck, and a day of aches and pains. For this reason, one recent survey found that 47 percent of Americans plan on spending significantly more than $1,000 […]
For the past several decades, people across the country have known that eating egg yolks can certainly cause health problems. While many people have made an effort to cut eggs completely out of their diet, eggs are an extremely important source of protein, vitamins and minerals. Excessive egg yolks in your diet can clog your […]
After a long day at the beach, most people know that one of the best natural remedies for a scalding sunburn is to cut a piece of fresh Aloe Vera and place the gel on your burning skin. While Aloe Vera certainly is a great home remedy for all types of burns due to its […]
For hundreds of years now beets have been revered by societies around the world because of their amazing health benefits and versatile culinary use. As far back as the 1500s eastern European societies utilized beets to boost their health. Their greens were eaten for their high contents of fiber and vitamins, and their roots were […]
Japanese chef knives are renowned for combining an almost artistic touch of beauty with an unmatched usefulness in the kitchen. In fact, the type of metal used to craft Japanese chef knives was actually the same used to craft the swords used by Samurai soldiers hundreds of years ago. As planned obsolescence has gradually taken […]
Imagine a diehard fisherman getting ready for what was supposed to be an epic fishing trip. After hours of organizing baits, tackles, hooks, and other necessities into a backpack, when it comes time to cast the first line, he finds that a hole in his backpack has essentially left him without bait after hiking several […]
Unlike their western counterparts, Japanese culture is focused on minimalism, simplicity, functionality, and the relationship between Nature and the interior of the home. While most modern-day furniture options are focused exclusively on comfort, luxury, and extravagance, the end result is often a cluttered living space that leaves your home feeling less “livable” despite the extra […]
Your precious pooch is already part of the family, so why wouldn’t you work to ensure that she stays comfortable in hot weather this summer with an outdoor dog bed? Dogs might rely on panting to keep themselves at a pleasant temperature, but all that fur can make it tricky to regulate their core in […]
Most of us spend at least eight hours every day in bed, and longer than that on those lazy Sunday mornings. Few people ever stop to consider, however, the materials that make up the bed sheets where we spend a third of our lives. While awareness has been growing in recent years about natural, organic […]