Posted May 18, 2016
Sometimes, well, no, often actually, I find myself wondering who’s dumber: The federal government or the people who depend on that government to tell them how to live their lives. Have you wondered what “healthy” food is? Look no further! The federal Food and Drug Administration is about to tell you! Have a peek. Read more.
Archives for May 2016
Homeopathy for Women
Posted May 18, 2016
Nearly every time I mention that I gave birth to my babies at home, someone credits me with bravery. Bravery?! No, I say; I wasn’t brave. In fact, I was a chicken. I was much more afraid to have my babies in a hospital because that’s where the dangers lie, not in my bedroom. Read more.
NOW Foods CEO: Transparency is Key Facet of Brand Equity
Posted May 18, 2016
Transparency has become a watchword among dietary supplement companies. Jim Emme, president of NOW Foods, said it is one of the founding principles of his company. View here.
As Big Candy Ditches GMOs, Sugar Beet Farmers Hit a Sour Patch
Posted May 18, 2016
Sugar, you might think, is just sugar, no matter where it comes from. But not anymore. About half of all sugar in the U.S. comes from sugar beets, and the other half comes from sugar cane. Now, for the first time, sugar traders are treating these as two different commodities, with two different prices. It’s all because about eight years ago, nearly all the farmers who grow sugar beets in the United States decided to start growing genetically modified versions of their crop. Read more.
Heartburn Meds Causing Kidney Burnout
Posted May 18, 2016
Despite the name, heartburn doesn’t affect your heart, but rather your esophagus in the area of your chest around your heart. You’ll feel a burning sensation in your chest and maybe experience a sour taste in your mouth. Some people find that the pain lasts for just minutes and others experience the pain for hours. Read more.
High Levels of Glyphosate Found in Portuguese Volunteers’ Urine
Posted May 18, 2016
Tests carried out by the Portuguese No GMO Coalition in cooperation with the Detox Project have revealed high levels of glyphosate (commonly sold as Roundup) in the urine of Portuguese volunteers, according to a report released by the Coalition. In 26 volunteers, glyphosate was detected in 100% of the urine samples. By comparison, in Switzerland in 2015, a similar testing programme detected glyphosate in just 38% of cases and in 2013, sampling carried out by Friends of the Earth in 18 European countries showed 44% of the urine samples to be contaminated. Read more.
What are Carrots Good For?
Posted May 18, 2016
The average American adult eats about 12 pounds of carrots a year, making them one of the most popular root vegetables in the U.S. (even though that works out to only about one cup per week). Read more.
Financial Incentives for Doctors to Fully Vaccinate Patients?
Posted May 18, 2016
I get a lot of emails from people who wonder if doctors have any sort of financial incentive to get their patients vaccinated. Do we get any sort of bonus from the insurance companies that pay us? I’ve always thought that the answer to this question was no. I recently found out otherwise. Read more.
Why Hair Loss is an Early Warning Sign you Should Never Ignore (and What to do About it)
Posted May 18, 2016
Hair loss is often a concern for many women and men. It’s normal to notice a few strands of hair in the shower—the average woman loses about 50 to 100 strands of hair per day. However, when patches of hair seem to be missing, areas of thinning are present or a reduction in overall hair volume (usually indicated by a decrease in thickness of the pony tail), this can point to possible pathological hair loss. Read more.
Knee Clicking Causes, Exercises, and Home Remedies
Posted May 16, 2016
Knee clicking could be a harmless sound or a sign of an impending knee condition. Knee problems, in general, can be quite debilitating and can grow with age. Our knees truly take a beating, as they not only help us move around but also bear our body weight, which can be quite a stress. Read more.