Posted July 3, 2020
For many of us, the idea of drinking more water is hard to swallow. We know that we should, but that doesn’t mean that we do. Why? Some people don’t like the lack of taste. Others prefer sugary sodas or fancy coffees. And many are too busy to even think about drinking enough. Read more.
Posted June 24, 2020
As a young farmer, Bill Westrate would walk outside most nights with a white sheet and black light to lure swarms of insects to the side of his barn in Cass County. “It would scare most people,” he said. But he didn’t much mind the bugs that would land in his hair and crawl down his shirt. Read more.
Posted June 24, 2020
Bayer AG said on Tuesday it will scrap a nearly $1 billion project to produce the chemical dicamba in the United States, but said the move is unrelated to a federal court decision that blocked sales of weed killers based on the product. Read more.
Posted June 20, 2020
Honey has long been celebrated for its beneficial effects on cardiovascular symptoms. A study from 2018 takes the sweet benefit up a notch by looking at the 12-month effects of tualang honey and honey cocktail on cardiovascular risk factors of postmenopausal women. Read more.
Posted June 20, 2020
Nonprofits Toxin Free USA and Clean Label Project filed a lawsuit against Nestlé USA and Nestlé Purina PetCare Company for deceptive marketing and sale of cat foods labeled as “natural” and with “no artificial preservatives.” Lab tests reveal that certain Purina cat food products contain the synthetic herbicide glyphosate and the artificial preservative ethoxyquin. Read more.
Posted June 12, 2010
The Cornucopia Institute provides the following scorecard for organic dairy providers. View here.
Posted June 12, 2020
Whether you’re looking to treat yourself to a breakfast garnished with smoked salmon, or planning to serve up pre-dinner appetizers of sliced smoked salmon atop crackers, buyer beware: When it comes to the claims made on smoked Atlantic salmon packages and websites, brands are often just blowing smoke. Read more.
Posted June 10, 2020
The amount of protein you need is based on your age, health and activity level. Yet many don’t get enough clean, nutritious protein through diet alone, while others want more to support their goals. This has led to the desire for high-quality protein supplements. But with an endless array of options using protein from various sources, which type is right for you? Check out these helpful tips to find the sports protein supplement to complement your lifestyle. Read more.
Posted June 5, 2020
Your right to learn from your doctor about natural methods of staying healthy during the pandemic are under threat. We must fight back. Petition! The FDA, FTC, Department of Justice, and some state attorneys general have launched a coordinated censorship campaign that prevents medical doctors and other healthcare providers from communicating their extensive knowledge about how to stay healthy during the pandemic using natural medicine. The actions of these federal agencies will lead to more COVID-19 infections and death. Read more.
Posted June 5, 2020
Hot flashes, weight gain and night sweats, oh my! While menopause may be a normal part of a woman’s life, the changes with your body and mood may feel anything but normal. Blame it on fluctuating hormones that start when the menstrual cycle stops and your estrogen levels fall, some time in your 40s or early 50s. Read more.
