Sad information on the state of the Columbia River–and there IS something we can do about it. Every time you choose natural products instead of chemicals (from shampoo to cleaning supplies to foods), your healthier choices benefit “down-stream”, too–literally. Click here for the article.
Author: PipeTabor
Clear Out Those Mothballs–Literally!
Naphthalene–a component in mothballs–is associated with an increased risk of cancer. Read more here to see other sources of this chemical; and get rid of any remaining mothballs, too!
Pregnant? Quit smoking . . .
A link has now been reported between smoking during pregnancy and a deadly condition in newborns. Necrotizing enterocolitis is a condition which causes destruction of the lining of the intestines. Just another of many reasons to quit smoking. Read more here.
Toxoplasmosis gondii
So, you might start hearing that “organic, free-range meats offer greater risk of parasites” and I want to clarify this “news”. First of all, the reports say “may” cause increased risk–this is based upon speculation since the animals aren’t confined. There is no proof that this will occur and certainly […]
Statins and Fatigue
This article from Scientific American reveals results of a study showing the link between statin medications and fatigue. If you are on a statin medication to lower your cholesterol, please consider natural options including diet changes, exercise, and certain supplements.
Naturopathic Medicine–For Your Health
Doctors of naturopathic medicine succeed in providing scientific basis for our natural approaches to healthcare. This is increasing your options for optimizing your health!! Click here.
Signs of Allergies in Infants
This article summarizes some of the early signs of food allergies in infants. The food introduction process for infants is very important. I recommend that babies reach the following milestones before food introduction even begins: ability to sit up, presence of teeth, and desire to eat. When foods are introduced, […]
Become a Musician–Improving Your Aging?
Recent research is showing that musicians tend to have better memory, hearing and communication skills as they age. Maybe it’s time to start playing the piano, or take up violin, or trombone . . . . !
Fruits and Veggies–To Quit Smoking
Just another tool (and a wonderfully healthy one!) in order to improve success in smoking-cessation: eat your fruits and veggies!! 🙂
More Benefits of Exercise–Protect Your Health
This article provides terrific information on how critical a good exercise regime is for our health!
