The dumbing of an age: America's public schools are failing, and here are the facts to prove it

(Natural News) Let’s get down to brass tacks: the American public education system has hit rock-bottom. Exorbitant amounts of money are being funneled into public schools, and yet the students aren’t getting any better. In fact, you could say they’re actually getting worse. America’s public schools are tumbling downwards with little hope of recovery, and… … Read more

Is cannabis the cure-all for migraines? Scientists think so

(Natural News) New research further validates the efficacy of cannabis in the alleviation of migraine symptoms. Researchers have found that a combination of tetrahydrocannabinol-cannabidiol (THC-CBD) was effective in reducing the severity and number of cluster headaches and migraines compared to prescription medicine. In fact, the THC-CBD treatment was able to reduce acute pain brought on… … Read more

One lava field eruption just emitted more climate change aerosols than all 28 European countries COMBINED

(Natural News) There is no doubt that human activity is hurting our planet, whether it’s all the plastic winding up in our oceans or widespread deforestation. However, it’s a bit inaccurate to pin all the blame on people, particularly when it comes to issues like climate change and carbon dioxide emissions. Besides the fact that… … Read more

Your Insomnia Could Actually Lead To Alzheimer's, Study Says – HuffPost

HuffPost Your Insomnia Could Actually Lead To Alzheimer’s, Study SaysHuffPostTossing and turning all night and walking around in a daily fog? Poor quality sleep and daytime drowsiness may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study. The self-reported study examined 101 subjects, all cognitively …Can poor sleep lead to Alzheimer’s?Q13 FOXTrouble sleeping … Read more

Clif Bars recalled for undeclared nuts following complaints of allergies – Sacramento Bee

Syracuse.com Clif Bars recalled for undeclared nuts following complaints of allergiesSacramento BeeThose with nut allergies and Clif Bar affinities beware – certain bars are being recalled for undeclared nuts. Clif Bar & Company issued a voluntary recall on Wednesday after it received a “small number” of consumer complaints about undeclared nuts in …Clif Bars recalled over … Read more

Opioid prescriptions dropped but remain high, CDC says – CNN

CNN Opioid prescriptions dropped but remain high, CDC saysCNN(CNN) Opioids continue to be prescribed at high rates, a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds, even as drug overdoses remain the leading cause of accidental death in the country, killing more people than guns or car …Opioid Prescriptions Fall After 2010 … Read more

Lawsuit challenges Florida ban on smokable medical marijuana – Washington Post

Washington Post Lawsuit challenges Florida ban on smokable medical marijuanaWashington PostTALLAHASSEE, Fla. — The trial lawyer who led the effort to allow marijuana for medical uses in Florida filed a lawsuit Thursday against the state’s decision to ban smokable forms of the plant. Smoking marijuana is the best way to administer it to some …John … Read more

Broccoli sprouts found to have significant impact in the treatment of type 2 diabetes

(Natural News) Broccoli tends to be one of those polarizing vegetables. Like spinach and mushrooms, people tend to either love or hate it with no in-between. Regardless of how you feel about its taste, however, you might want to start eating more of it if you have type 2 diabetes. That’s because recent research has… … Read more