Maybe. If you have a doubt read this. Woman's milk is certainly better for the first months or years of a baby. But what about cow's milk? Excellent for calves, but what about children and even adults? Depending on who is financing the survey the results vary. Same thing for soy milk often offered as an alternative. What about lactose intolerance or even allergies? The more you learn about milk the better for your health.

"Hormone levels tied to serenity, trust and compassion rise when people exhibit generous behaviors.... Those who displayed generosity and a giving attitude grew up to have lower rates of heart disease and depression". "Go out and do something for someone". Not to get anything in return, except maybe to feel good about the world in general and yourself in particular. Click here for more.

Fascinating thoughts about tolerance. In the West we have little understanding about religions others than Christianity, Judaism and more recently Islam. How is secularism another form of belief system perceived in India? I must admit that I never asked myself this question. Read this if you are interested.

I really like this new trend. Health seeker seems an excellent term to define all those who want to change their life style and prefer to take the steps needed to prevent illnesses rather than wait for some magic pill supposed to cure what they could have avoided in the first place by proper nutrition and exercise. See this site and the video.

Spices aren't just a tasty ingredient. Many of them promote good health. Why not combine good taste and health? See this quick reminder of the benefits of major herbs, but remember that there are many others to enjoy.

I always found weird the habit of constant feeding with snacks during the day. Now I know why. This study shows that fasting periods are good for your health and why this is. Three meals a day suffice. Another good habit to acquire to avoid obesity.

The younger you start regular physical activity the better. This article shows why. The real issue is how to acquire and maintain the habit. Most people stop exercising as soon as the are no longer forced to exercise by the school system. To know more about the joy and benefits of physical activity try this program.

It seems that the older you get the healthier it is to reduce your consumption of animal products. Without becoming a fanatic of vegetarianism it is wise to modify your taste and progressively eat more fruits and vegetables and less meat and milk derived products. To reduce your chances of getting cardiovascular illnesses, chronic diseases and even some cancers, read the surveys mentioned in this article.

To know more read this article. It gives simple measures to prevent breast cancer. For the most part it applies to all forms of cancer as prevention and a healthy lifestyle are the key to avoid this horrible illness.

If you don't know what this is and want to learn more, read this. An interesting initiative on nutrition adapted to each individual genetic characteristics. A long way to go, but maybe a good approach to optimal health.