Fluoride was originally added to water supplies back around the time of the end of World War II, but this well-intended practice to improve dental health is still around today, and more and more people are recognizing the possible dangers. Certainly, a lot of people out there will tell you there’s no concern with fluoridated water, but these people are simply repeating outdated studies that are not backed by current evidence. (more…)
Soy has been incorrectly passed off as a healthy food for a long time. Soybean oil, soy milk, and even tofu are a staple in the lives of many people, especially vegetarians. However, most soy products are not real food — most are highly processed and genetically modified. In my opinion, the marketing of soy as a health food is probably one of the greatest bamboozles of all time. (more…)
There are many health benefits of iodine for thyroid health. Iodine, a micronutrient present in many of the foods we eat (in trace amounts), is key in helping the thyroid gland make thyroid hormones.[1] The body cannot produce iodine by itself, so we are required to get it from the foods we eat or supplemental sources.[2] Our soils have been depleted of micronutrients over time, and as a result, foods that used to have higher iodine have been depleted of their natural levels. Over the past century, people have gone […]
There are 10 things about BPA each one of us should know to help us protect our most important resource-our children-from a number of horrible health conditions we would never wish on our worst enemies. These facts include information on health conditions caused by this substance along with practical steps that every mother can take to protect her children from this unnecessary, toxic substance. (more…)
In a previous article, the popular topic of polycystic ovary syndrome was explored. Many people read information about PCOS and identify with its symptoms, misguidedly assuming they’re suffering from the disease. If you do think you might have PCOS, however, here are some of the biggest signs: (more…)
