Here is a list of research articles summarizing the impact of pesticides on our bee population. Please read, consider voicing your opinion to the EPA to ban these, and stop using pesticides in your yard (which will also reduce your toxic burden!!). The articles are linked via Dr. Sharol Tilgner’s […]
Author: PipeTabor
Arsenic in Brown Rice Syrup
Research has been revealing that rice extracts arsenic from soil and can therefore be an unwanted source of arsenic in our diets whether or not the rice has been grown “organically”. A consequence of arsenic in brown rice is that it is also showing up in brown rice syrup. Rice […]
Sleep and Immune Function
Yale researchers have discovered a gene that is important in identifying infections. It’s activity is related to our circadian rhythm–and when our sleep pattern is “off”, this gene doesn’t function as well. This finding shed more light on why sleep patterns are so important to our overall health! Read more […]
Omega-3’s for Retinitis Pigmentosa
While Vitamin A has long been used as supportive therapy for those with retinitis pigmentosa, the addition of omega-3 fatty acids has now been shown to be beneficial. Just another reason to include high quality fish oils in our diets and/or supplements. Click here.
Super-Foods for Diabetes
Foods which are high in anti-oxidants can be very beneficial for our health. This article summarizes a “Top Ten” list for diabetes. I agree with them all except for the grains. And use legumes (beans) only rarely. Eat more veggies to get that extra fiber!! Click here.
Geeking Out to Dark Chocolate
This is a great article which gives some of the background information as to why dark chocolate seems to be a treat that loves us back! Click here.
Tips for Brain Health
Some great ideas are summarized in this link. I agree with all except one: saturated fats are only “criminal” if they are from unhealthy sources. Butter from exclusively grass-fed cows can be an important part of our diets. Organic coconut oil is another source of healthy saturated fats. Do avoid […]
Salt in Foods
This is a long post so I’m starting with the good news and bottom line: eat whole foods from local farmers; avoid grains; eat LOTS of veggies; include fruits and nuts. Here’s the bad news: In a new CDC report, breads have been found to be a larger source of […]
Swimming for Your Health
I love that research is finding more health benefits of swimming. In this article, researchers have shown that swimming lowers blood pressure in adults. Give swimming a try–it’s great exercise and might lower your blood pressure, too!! Read more here.
Labelling Definitions
Read this article for great information regarding the restrictions (or NOT) on labels that manufacturers use. You will likely be surprised! Click here.
