Posted November 28th, 2012.
With no cures on the horizon due to these numerous (over 200 types), ever-changing viruses, we focus on ways to prevent colds by improving our host defense mechanisms and shortening the duration and severity in the event of ‘catching the cold’. Read more.
Archives for November 2012
African Civil Society Calls on the African Union to Ban Genetically Modified Crops
Posted November 28th, 2012.
An urgent appeal has been made to the African Union (AU) to discuss a ban on the cultivation, import and export of genetically modified (GM) crops in Africa at the next AU summit, to be held in January 2013. Read more.
Peace On Earth – And In Your Life
Posted November 28th, 2012.
In light of the Holidays, here are some stress relief tactics — centuries-old practices, in some cases — that people in foreign locales rely on. And not one involves lavender candles. Read more.
URGENT ILLINOIS ACTION ALERT–State Senate Bill on Nutrition Counseling Up for Vote TODAY!
Posted November 29, 2012
Please take action for health freedom and nutrition rights in Illinois immediately! Click here to send a letter to your Illinois State Senator to oppose the American Dietetic Association from monopolizing information provided to consumers about nutrition and dietary supplements. Legislators must hear strong support the the nutrition community bill. The Dietetic Association will be at the capitol en masse to try to kill this bill.
Please consider what is at stake here — will we have only the dietetics version of nutrition advice, or will Illinois have broader access to nutrition advice? The Dietetic Association (AND) is bringing all the money and forces they can to pass another RD-only law!
Read more about this and CLICK HERE to send a letter to your Illinois senator ASAP.
Texas Medical Board’s Lawsuit against CAM Cancer Pioneer Dismissed!!
Posted November 28, 2012
The state’s attack on Dr. Stanislaw Burzynski is finally over. And some states are even passing laws that protect integrative physicians. Read more.
The Latest on Alzheimer’s
Posted November 28, 2012
Behind a dangerous new test approved by the FDA is a new drug by the same company. Meanwhile, new research offers better natural solutions. Read more.
Why You Should Care about Codex: Separating Fact from Fiction
Posted November 28, 2012
The Codex Alimentarius (Latin for “Food Code”) is a collection of internationally adopted food standards, guidelines, codes of practice, and other recommendations which supporters hope will become a global standard and also facilitate international trade. Read more.
Green Tea Shown to Block Carbohydrate Breakdown to Prevent Blood Glucose Spikes
Posted November 28, 2012
Green tea has long been hailed for its high level of polyphenol antioxidants, most specifically the catechin known as epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). Food scientists from Penn State have released the result of a study in the journal, Molecular Nutrition & Food Research to explain how EGCG helps reduce blood sugar spikes in mice. Read more.
Seven Ways Organic Farming is Superior to Industrial Agriculture
Posted November 28, 2012
A 30 year side-by-side study published by the Rodale Institute found that organic farming out performed industrial farming in the areas of yield, profits, energy usage and greenhouse gasses. In fact, there are seven fundamental ways that organic farming outperforms industrial systems. Read more.
The 7 Most Important Vitamins for Healthy Hair
Posted November 26th, 2012.
When it comes to having healthy hair, it’s more important to step out of the shower and into the kitchen. Without adequate nutrition, hair is more likely to be dull, to be thin and to turn gray. A change in diet and vitamin intake can improve the heath and appearance of your hair. Read more.