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Why Pups Love Laundry Day
You could expect this behavior from a cat, but in this case it’s a fluffy pup who’s finding the sheet-folding process too much fun to resist, making the task harder, but more fun! Comments (1)Powered by WPeMatico
read moreAbdominal Obesity Linked to Anxiety and Depression
By Dr. Mercola Depression and anxiety are two leading mental health problems that have seen a dramatic rise in incidence in recent years. Worldwide, depression is now the leading cause of ill health and disability,1,2 with rates rising 18 percent in the decade between 2005 and 2015.3 In the U.S., more than 16 million people struggle with the condition, and 1 in 4 women in their 40s and 50s are on antidepressant drugs.4 This, despite the fact that antidepressants have been proven to work no better than placebo.5,6,7,8 Eight9 to 14 percent10 of...
read moreWhy Trying Cloudberry Is Worth It
Bright-colored berries, popularly eaten on their own or added to various dishes, are known to deliver vital health benefits. Aside from the usual strawberries, blueberries and blackberries, there are more berry varieties out there, some of which you might have not even heard of. Cloudberry is one interesting example. What Is Cloudberry? An Arctic, north-temperate species, cloudberry (Rubus chamaemorus L.) comes from the Rosaceae (rose family) and can be found growing wild in cool or cold environments. In North America, you can see it in...
read moreWhat Are Some of the Best Brain-Boosting Foods?
By Dr. Mercola Your brain is like a sponge, soaking up not only the information around you on a daily basis but also the vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other phytochemicals in the food you eat. The more you eat a diet based on whole, healthy foods, the more your brainpower will soar, even to the point of staving off age-related cognitive decline and other brain disorders. While eating real foods is key, there are some superstars that stand above the rest. By planning your meals to include the brain-boosting foods that follow, you’ll be...
read moreStern Warning to All Pet Parents Who Walk Their Dogs Just About Anywhere
By Dr. Karen Shaw Becker The opioid crisis in the U.S. is in the news every day it seems, and with good reason. Deaths from opioid overdoses are now the leading cause of death in Americans under 50.1 What many people don’t realize, however, is this deadly epidemic is also causing overdoses in dogs, especially working dogs who encounter drugs in the line of duty. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): “Emerging opioids like fentanyl and carfentanil are so potent that even a small exposure can be deadly. To...
read moreCat Crashes His Bike in His Dreams
A cat dreams he’s riding his bike faster and faster downhill until he apparently crashes and is thrown off. But he’s OK — he sighs with relief and keeps on sleeping! Comments (1)Powered by WPeMatico
read moreWhat’s in That New Car Smell?
By Dr. Mercola Let’s face it, many people love that new car smell. In fact, it is so intoxicating air fresheners for cars are designed to mimic the scent. Scientists aren’t sure why this particular scent holds so much appeal, but it is likely a form of classical conditioning, since the smell is associated with the luxury of owning a new car. Scent is a powerful marketing tool as it commonly evokes feelings and emotions on which sales people are adept at capitalizing. Memories associated with certain scents is called “odor-evoked...
read moreWhat Is Prediabetes?
By Dr. Mercola Insulin is absolutely essential to staying alive; unfortunately, the vast majority of people have resistance to this essential hormone, speeding up the aging process and contributing to the development of degenerative diseases. Any meal high in grain and sugar carbs typically generates a rapid rise in blood glucose. To compensate, your pancreas secretes insulin into your bloodstream, which lowers your blood sugar to keep you from dying. Insulin, however, is also very efficient at lowering blood sugar by turning it into fat. The...
read moreDifference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest
By Dr. Mercola According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),1 approximately 610,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year. Nearly 735,000 Americans have a heart attack each year. Of these, 525,000 are a first heart attack and 210,000 are repeat heart attacks. Knowing the risk factors, symptoms and taking early action increases the chances of survival. There are a number of risk factors associated with heart attack. Data published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology2 demonstrates that...
read moreStunning Findings About Cats and Their Often Baffled Owners
By Dr. Karen Shaw Becker If you share your home with a member of the feline species, you may have asked yourself at least once, “Does my cat hate my guts?” If so, you’re not alone. This question often arises when little Jekyll turns into Mr. Hyde during a petting session. One minute his eyes are closed and he’s purr-fectly content, and the next he’s all teeth and claws and puffed-up tail, hissing and batting at you. For reasons known only to him, he launches himself off your lap and struts out of the room in a huff. As the guardian of a small...
read moreHow Wild Animals Survive Freezing Winter Weather
By Dr. Karen Shaw Becker Have you ever wondered how wild animals survive cold, harsh winter weather, even as temperatures and wind chills dip well below freezing? Different species have different survival methods, making them well-equipped to handle the cold, even as you feel you might freeze while running between your car and your house. While some animals leave town entirely, migrating to warmer areas, other animals hibernate or brumate while still others find the warmest places they can to weather the winter and make it their mission to...
read moreCockatiel Whistles Movie Theme Song
If there’s any kind of an audience, human or otherwise, this cockatiel is happy to serenade them. His favorite tune seems to be the Star Wars Imperial March.Powered by WPeMatico
read moreCole and Marmalade: From Kittens to Cats
Feline siblings Cole and Marmalade are no strangers to the internet. Once a pair of cute, entertaining kittens, they’re now adorable adults with just as much love to give! Powered by WPeMatico
read moreWeekly Pet Quiz: Benefits of Owning a Pet, Aussiedoodle Dogs and Optimal Pet Health
1 How should you calculate your kitty’s daily caloric intake? Your cat’s weight in kilograms, multiplied by 30 and add 70 to that result. Finally, multiply that result by 0.8. First, convert your cat’s weight to kilograms by dividing her weight in pounds by 2.2. Let’s say she weighs 15 pounds: 15 pounds divided by 2.2 = 6.82 kilograms Next, multiply your cat’s weight in kilograms by 30 and then add 70 to that result: 6.82 kilos x 30 = 205 + 70 = 275 Now multiply that result by 0.8: 275 x 0.8 = 220 Learn more....
read moreCan CAFOs Force Stores to Buy Their Products?
By Dr. Mercola Chickens that lay eggs in concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) endure some of the cruelest conditions in industrial agriculture. Most hens spend their short lives in “battery cages” that are about the size of a piece of paper — so small the hens cannot spread their wings. Within a year, they lose their feathers and have their skin rubbed raw from the close contact with other birds. Forced to lay eggs with no privacy (a very stressful situation for a hen) and live with no space, the industry also painfully severs the...
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