Posted May 27, 2011
A recent study clearly demonstrates that exposure to the pesticide ziram in humans is associated with a significant increased risk of developing Parkinson’s Disease. Read more.
Archives for May 2011
5 Reasons High Fructose Corn Syrup Will Kill You
Posted May 27, 2011
The average American increased their consumption of HFCS (mostly from sugar sweetened drinks and processed food) from zero to over 60 pounds per person per year. Read more.
10 Ways to Get Kids to Eat Healthy Food
Posted May 27, 2011
Creating an environment where your kids can make healthy nutritional choices is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure the health of your child. Read more.
POM Wonderful Faces FTC in Court for Making Legitimate Health Claims
Posted May 27, 2011
Last fall, the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launched an attack against POM Wonderful, a California-based pomegranate juice company, for making legitimate, scientifically-backed claims about the health benefits of pomegranates and pomegranate juice. Read more.
Doctors Took Money from Drug Companies to Medicate Children in Juvenile Jails
Posted May 27, 2011
Psychiatrists working for the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, entrusted with the health of children in state custody, accepted thousands of dollars from drug companies. Read more.
Groups Sue FDA to Stop Addition of Antibiotics in Livestock Feed
Posted May 27, 2011
Several environmental and public health groups have filed suit against the Food and Drug Administration to try to force the government to stop farmers from routinely adding antibiotics to livestock feed to help animals grow faster. Read more.
Fish Oil May Have Positive Effects on Mood, Alcohol Craving
Posted May 27, 2011
Omega 3 fatty acids may be beneficial for more than just the heart. Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have found at a molecular level a potential therapeutic benefit from these dietary supplements for treating alcohol abuse and psychiatric disorders. Read more.
Strawberry Extracts May Prevent Inflammation
Posted May 25, 2011
Compounds found in strawberries may decrease levels of inflammatory markers and reduce the risk of a range of conditions, including metabolic syndrome, suggests a new study. Read more.
13 Natural Remedies for Sunburn
Posted May 26, 2011
While we should always try to avoid getting a sunburn, at times the power of the sun can sneak up unexpectedly on our skin. Read more.
Over 100 Baby Products Loaded with Toxic Chemicals
Posted May 26, 2011
Flame retardant chemicals appeared in the majority of baby products that scientists tested in a recent study, including car seats, nursing pillows, changing pads, baby carriers and rocking chairs. Read more.