Wellness

The many benefits of the humble dandelion

Of all the weeds that can overtake our yards and ruin our gardens, the dandelion reigns supreme. However, despite its invasive nature, nutritionists and herbalists have long understood the value of the misunderstood dandelion. In fact, both American and Chinese traditional medicines have used all parts of the dandelion to treat a variety of ailments […]

Fitness

Should You Take a Multivitamin?

In 2011, Consumer Reports reported that Americans were spending about $5 billion per year on multivitamins. This means that roughly one third of the country’s population regularly takes multivitamins (which also generally contain minerals), making them the most commonly taken supplement in the U.S.A. That level of popularity isn’t necessarily proof of a supplement’s safety or effectiveness, however — after […]