Posted April 29, 2016
Most people have a lot of really stupid ideas about what to do during a medical emergency. 90% of these ideas are probably gleaned from what we see on television. Read more.
Archives for April 2016
Organic Consumers Association Sues Two Infant Formula Makers for Falsely Labeling Products Organic
Posted April 29, 2016
The Organic Consumers Association (OCA) announced today that the nonprofit consumer advocacy group has filed suit against two infant formula makers—The Hain Celestial Group (NASDAQ: HAIN), owner of the Earth’s Best infant and toddler formula brands, and The Honest Co.—for falsely labeling “organic” products that contain ingredients prohibited under the Organic Food Production Act of 1990 (OPPA). Read more.
Dannon to Transition to non-GMO Feed for Milk in Flagship Brands Over Three Years
Posted April 27, 2016
Dannon says it will use only non-GMO ingredients in its three flagship brands – Dannon, Oikos and Danimals – by summer 2016 (when Vermont’s new GMO labeling law comes into effect), but has also pledged to transition these brands to using milk from cows fed non-GMO feed within three years. Read more.
Fluorides, the Atomic Bomb and a Spy
Posted April 27, 2016
In 1997, Joel Griffiths and Chris Bryson, two respected mainstream journalists, peered into an abyss. They found a story about fluorides that was so chilling it had to be told. Read more.
10 Global Issues, 1 Answer
Posted April 27, 2016
It may sound too good to be true, but soil scientist and director of Ohio State University Carbon Management and Sequestration Center, Dr. Rattan Lal, said back in 2009, “We are dealing with 10 global issues at the moment: food security; availability of water; climate change; energy demand; waste disposal; extinction of biodiversity; soil degradation and desertification; poverty; political and ethnic instability; and rapid population increase. The solution to all of these lies in soil management.” Read more.
GM Mosquito Firm Investigated by Lawyers as Share Price Plummets
Posted April 27, 2016
On 25 April, PR Newswire carried an announcement by a law firm that is investigating the biotech firm Intrexon on behalf of investors over potential violations of US securities law. The law firm cites allegations in a new report on Intrexon’s performance and prospects from a company called Spotlight Research. The law firm invites people who have purchased shares or have information on Intrexon’s dealings to get in contact. Two other law firms have also launched investigations. Read more.
Nearly three-quarters of Families Make an Effort to Buy Organic Food, OTA Survey Reveals
Posted April 27, 2016
Buying organic is a top priority for many American parents, especially when it comes to the food they feed their children, according to new research form the Organic Trade Association. Read more.
Be Your Own Dentist! Heal Cavities, Gum Disease, AND Whiten Teeth With This Natural Homemade Toothpaste
Posted April 27, 2016
While dentistry wasn’t a profession in the US until 1828, and before then little attention was paid to the health of our teeth, we’ve since done an about face. People now know how important a healthy mouth AND a good smile are. But, there is always room for improvement. Read more.
Start Feeling More Energy with These 6 Fixes
Posted April 27, 2016
Here are six reasons why you always feel tired – and pretty simple solutions to feel energized again. Read more.
Tongue Color Can Reveal your Health Problems
Posted April 27, 2016
By looking closely at the tongue, Chinese herbalists or naturopaths can detect vitamin deficiencies, poor circulation, high cholesterol, allergies, and digestive problems. Beyond its duties of helping with speech, digestion, and tasting your next delicious meal, the tongue is as distinctive as your fingerprint. Read more.