Posted April 30, 2010
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently issued a fact sheet warning about the corruption and unethical practices that are endemic to every step of the pharmaceuticals business. Read full article.
Archives for April 2010
Wisconsin Licensing Bill DEFEATED
Posted April 28, 2010
The American Dietetic Association (ADA) sponsored legislation that threatened to give Registered Dieticians a monopoly on nutrition services in Wisconsin. Thanks to your help, this was defeated! Read full article.
Vermont “Vitamin Tax” on Dietary Supplements DEFEATED
Posted April 28, 2010
Our Vermont supporters and others defeated the “Vitamin Tax” in Vermont last week–a significant victory for consumers of dietary supplements. Read full article.
U.S. Anti-Doping Agency to Name and Shame Contaminated Supplements
Posted April 27, 2010
The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has been buying dietary supplements from vendors and websites and will produce a list of branded products that contain banned substances by the end of the summer. Read full article.
NPA Certifies First “Natural” Home Care Product
Posted April 26, 2010
New certification program aims to eliminate confusion about the meaning of “natural”. Read full article.
Foods with Artifical Trans Fats Should Be Considered Adulterated
Posted April 26 2010
The following article addresses the issue of government’s involvement in our personal freedom to make the right choice. While no one would disagree that trans fats are bad for our health, are there ways to achieve the removal of this harmful ingredient that do not involve a government mandate? Read article.
Is Your Home Toxic?
Posted April 26, 2010
We live among thousands of harmful chemical contaminants. Here’s what you need to know to protect your health and the environment Read full article.
The 10 Biggest Health Care Lies in America
Posted April 21, 2010
Mainstream health care isn’t based on “health” or “caring.” It’s actually based on an engrained system of medical mythology that’s practiced — and defended — by those who profit from the continuation of sickness and disease. Read full article.
Food Dyes and Children’s Behavior
Posted April 21, 2010
Important new research has shown that commonly used food dyes, such as Yellow 5, Red 40, and six others, are linked to hyperactivity, impulsivity, learning difficulties, and Attention Deficity Hyperactivity Disorder in many children. Read full article.
New Senate Supplements Bill Expected
Posted April 21, 2010
Senators Orrin Hatch (R-UT) and Tom Harkin (D-IA) plan to introduce new legislation, the Dietary Supplement Full Implementation and Enforcement Act of 2010, within the coming weeks. Read full article.