Eat those veggies! Scientists have found that a constituent (DIM) in some vegetables is protective against cancers. So include broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage in your diet. You can even saute it them in olive oil for breakfast! Read on . . . AANP via Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences […]
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GMO Labeling Will NOT Increase Prices
This is a scare tactic to frighten us away from voting for GMO labeling. Please read the attached articles and carefully consider your vote on Washington’s I-522. I support I-522. GMO Labeling Won’t Increase Food Price Possible Link Between GMO Foods and Serious Organ Disease I’ve also included a link […]
Cinnamon May Boost Fertility
In women who have been diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), fertility becomes difficult if not impossible. Research is showing that cinnamon may improve fertility in these circumstances. Please talk to your OB to see if cinnamon supplementation is right for you.
Air Pollution Deemed Leading Cause of Cancer
The WHO recently posted that outdoor air pollution is the leading cause of cancer worldwide. In addition, we have learned that because of off-gassing from our upholstery, carpet, etc., indoor air pollution can be worse for us than outdoor pollution. What to do?? Well, fortunately in the USA we do […]
Probiotics–Help Stabilize Metabolic Syndrome
Great news posted by the AANP: AANP via Nutrition Journal – Dietary Probiotics Reduce Metabolic Syndrome – (Tuesday, October 15, 2013)–A diet that contains food-based Lactobacillus probiotic has been found to combat markers and symptoms for metabolic syndrome. (Metabolic syndrome is a group of risk factors that occur together and increase the risk […]
BPA is Linked to Increased Risk of Miscarriages
We already know that BPA has been proven to be very dangerous to human health. Here is another reason to avoid those plastic water bottles and food containers: BPA is now associated with increased risk of miscarriage. PLEASE stop using plastics. Mason jars are my favorite: I use them as […]
Live Long and Eat Veggies
So that should actually read “Eat Veggies and Live Long” as research is showing a link between polyphenol consumption and longevity. Polyphenols are in vegetables, fruit, legumes, coffee, tea and nuts. A vegetable-based diet remains my preferred recommendation–with healthy fats and meats, too. Read more here.
Exercise as Preventative Care
This title may provoke a “no surprise” attitude, however, look closer. Research is showing, and I quote: “They found no difference in mortality between exercise and drug interventions in the secondary prevention of coronary heart disease or Type 2 diabetes. For stroke prevention, exercise programs were more effective than anticoagulants […]
Coffee–May reduce risk of diabetes . . .
Evidence is showing that moderate coffee consumption may actually be beneficial for your health. For example, research shows a reduction in the risk of diabetes. So enjoy a cup of coffee (but not more than 3 cups/day).
Vitamin D to Prevent MS?
More evidence is being launched regarding the link between Vitamin D deficiency and MS. My recommendation remains to have your levels tested, including screening with Vit. D25OH, but also Vit. D1,25-diOH if you seem to require elevated supplementation (over 4000 IU daily) to achieve normal levels of Vit. D. There […]
