The evidence is all around us–increasing obesity. Not only are adults becoming increasingly obese, but our children are as well. I’ve posted some recommended viewing and reading explaining some of the causes. Overwhelmingly, however, it is the choices we are making at the grocery store and at restaurants. We are […]
Author: PipeTabor
Health Recommendations for Auto-Immune Disorders
Ditto to Dr. Hyman’s list–it is important to start with healthful eating habits and sleuth to discover and correct any underlying imbalances (parasites, toxicities, infections, etc.). Check out his article.
Vitamin D
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again–get your Vitamin D levels checked. Low levels have been associated with increased risk of cancers (including breast, ovarian, colon and non-Hodgkins lymphoma), diabetes, multiple sclerosis and heart attacks as well as bone fractures. Read more in this attached article. Supplementing without […]
Strawberries Top EWG’s Dirty Dozen
Love those sweet strawberries that are starting to hit the grocery stores? Please limit consumption to organic only–strawberries are among the “dirtiest” produce on EWG’s Dirty Dozen list. Non-organic versions contain carbendazim (a hormone disruptor), bifenthrin (a possible carcinogen), and up to 17 other pesticides. Better yet, find a spot […]
Low Fat Milk? Not the Healthy Choice
I’ve long been advocating for eating food the way it is provided naturally. In other words, there is nothing that humankind has done to improve the nutrition and health value of natural foods. The same is true of milk–not that I believe we need to be drinking it. But that […]
The Challenge of Raising Our Daughters (or Sons) with a Healthy Body Image
This is such a loaded topic: how do we lovingly and truthfully guide our children toward healthy choices regarding nutrition and exercise without fostering a “good” or “bad” body image. Creating fun opportunities for them to participate in meal planning and food preparation can be helpful. But my favorite recommendation […]
Industrial Foods and Human Health?
I know that you have seen my pleas to avoid use of pesticides and herbicides–they are destroying our insects, our environment, and our health. Here is a well-written article on how they work and their impact on human health. Please read.
Garcina and Liver Failure?
This is quoting from Natural Medicines April 2016 issue: “Liver Failure and Transplant Needed After Supplement Use According to a new report, a 26-year-old otherwise healthy Australian man required a liver transplantation following the use of two dietary supplements. The patient had taken awhey protein powder containing green tea […]
Women Need More Sleep
That is just the tip of the iceberg–check out the first line in the attached article: “It’s tough being a woman in this world. Women are twice as likely to experience major depression than men and more likely to suffer from heart disease.” Stop the multi-tasking. Eat a healthy (and simple!) […]
Avoid Food Contact with Plastics–Yes, Even “BPA-free” versions
Just because a plastic bottle is labelled “BPA-free” does NOT mean that it is safe! There are still many chemicals that can leach into your water or food. Many of these chemicals are either endocrine disruptors (thyroid, ovaries, testicles, etc.) or carcinogens. PLEASE use glass whenever possible. Caution must even […]
