OK–I was going to try and post only good news this month, but this is information we all need to know. Scientists are starting to discover why GMO corn is dangerous for us. Please read . . .
General Health
Bone Broth–It’s what’s for dinner!!
PLEASE include bone broths in your diet. Simple and inexpensive to make. Delicious and nutritious, too! Boil the carcass of your chicken or turkey, or pick up some healthy marrow bones. Place in water and simmer–you can even do this in your crockpot! Add whatever vegetable you have–even the peelings! […]
The Healing Power of Tears
We seem to live in a time when crying is discouraged. Whether we are uncomfortable crying or around others who are crying–we seem to want to try and stop the tears. In some cases, this is very helpful–trying to soothe and comfort our dear ones. But we should try and […]
Triclosan–Associated with Cancer and Liver Disease
I have posted on the dangers of triclosan before, but wanted to pass along some additional information–Not only is it in toothpaste, but also in soaps and cleaning products. I just heard, too, that it may be in grapefruit seed extract! Research continues to reveal adverse health effects of triclosan. […]
Oil-Pulling
You’ve probably been hearing about this “new” craze of oil-pulling. It is actually an age-old technique used to improve oral health AND overall health. I’ve had many patients benefit from this technique. My recommendation is to start with only about 1 tsp of oil to reduce the potential for gagging. […]
Triclosan in Soap–Linked with Liver Cancer
Not only is triclosan in our toothpaste, but it is a common ingredient in soap. Please stick to natural alternatives–goat milk or glycerine soap, tooth powders, etc. Read more here.
Quit Smoking–the Benefits Start Quickly!!
We know that quitting smoking is one of the most difficult addictions to kick. But there are so many reasons to quit, and the benefits of quitting start quickly!! If you don’t feel ready to quit, join every quit-smoking program you can–birds of a feather!! 🙂 You’ll increase your chances […]
Meal Planning Help
My preceptor student informed me of this great service that helps with meal planning and grocery shopping. You can put in your food preferences and food allergies/intolerances. They will email you recipes and the required grocery list, too. I’m told it even helps save on grocery spending!! Check it out […]
Anemic?? Add Vinegar to Your Diet
This study reveals that the addition of vinegar to the diets of mice improved their rate of recovery from anemia. If you are low iron, please include apple cider vinegar in your diet. It may also help your overall digestion and improve absorption of other important minerals. If consuming vinegar […]
Europe Is Banning Certain “Fragrances”–Hmmm . . .
Once again, the US is behind the times. Europe is moving to ban three common allergens that are commonly part of fragrance bases. You can read this linked article for more information. What isn’t discussed are the other chemicals in fragrances designed to penetrate the skin so that the fragrance […]
