More research results have indicated that fermented foods are good for our health! So, eat some kimchi, plain yogurt, kombucha, etc. And so delicious, too!!
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Low-Calorie Sweeteners Increase Risk of Pre-Term Delivery
This study is showing another adverse effect of consuming artificial sweeteners: they increase the risk of premature deliveries in pregnancies. Please include only whole foods: healthfully raised meats, vegetables and fruits plus plenty of water! To your health and that of your baby!!
Water Filter Information
Here is a helpful link to help you select a water filtration system!
More Bad News About BPA
Bis-phenol A (BPA) is commonly found in plastics and has been associated with many health concerns. Latest research is linking exposure to BPA with impaired brain development in children. BPA is difficult to avoid completely. Steps you can take are to use glass containers (no plastic bottles or cans), buy […]
Sugar is Linked to Diabetes
This should be a surprise to no one, but research is linking sugar consumption to diabetes. Tada!
Calcium Supplementation and Heart Disease
You likely have already heard that there is concern regarding calcium supplementation. The goal of supplementation was to support bone health, but evidence suggests that it increases plaque formation in the arteries (click here). The bottom line is to consult your physician as to whether or not you should be […]
Supporting Healthy Bacteria in Infants
Research is confirming what naturopathic physicians have been teaching for years: that vaginal births and breast-feeding support healthy bacterial populations in babies. Research is also confirming that healthy bacteria levels are important for reducing risk of conditions such as asthma, allergies, digestive disorders, and even cancer. So, if your child […]
A Flip-Side to Vitamin D Supplementation
A government task-force has just released their recommendation that healthy post-menopausal women avoid Vitamin D and calcium supplementation due to the increased risk for kidney stones. They do, however, support supplementation for those diagnosed with osteoporosis. The article mentions nothing about other supplements (including magnesium, etc.) or diet. Still, if […]
Brain Diet
Here is a report on seven foods that have been associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease. More importantly to me is that these foods support the overall health of the brain! Eat well!!!
Health Risk of Omega-6’s
This report summarizes a re-investigation into results of a study completed between 1966 through 1973. While a reduction in cholesterol was achieved by substituting saturated fats with omega-6 oils, the risk of death was 17% higher! Several implications can be derived from this: that cholesterol may not be the best […]
