Love this article which summarizes attempts to utilize botanical medicine (oregano and cinnamon) in place of antibiotics to prevent infections. It also describes the extent to which antibiotics are used in meat production and their contribute to antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Nutrition and Diet
Chicken Soup DOES Help!
So another instance when research is supporting what great-grandmother already knew: a component in chicken soup (carnosine) has been shown to improve immunity. So throw an organic, free-range chicken in your crock-pot, let it cook on low all day, add some veggies and enjoy (OK, so I do fish out […]
Obesity Rates Rise With Fuel Consumption?
Here is research reported by the AANP which reveals that those who drive less than one mile to work have lower BMI’s. In addition, The Columbian included an article showing that as China becomes more affluent, they are trading in their bicycles for automobiles. They also have more fast food […]
Diet Matters!!!!
Please read this article about Dr. Wahl’s experience with changing her diet to include 9 cups of vegetables daily plus fruits and free-range meats. She eliminated all grains, sugar, dairy, and legumes (including soy). She has recovered advance MS. You can also see her Youtube video here.
Junk Food is Addicting
No surprise, huh? But this research has revealed that consumption of junk food changes brain chemistry such that it can cause symptoms of depression or anxiety when it is no longer consumed. So, eat a whole food diet and avoid the junk food. If you are currently eating a junk […]
Diet Proven to Favorably Impact Diabetes
Recent research has shown that diet strategies are more effective than medications for diabetes. Read more here.
Salty Snacks –> Sugary Drinks –> Obesity
AANP – High-Sodium Diet Linked To Higher Intake Of Sugary Drinks – (Tuesday, December 11, 2012) –Scientists have found that children who eat a lot of salty food also tend to drink more sugary drinks, which in turn might be related to their risk of obesity. The more salt the children in the […]
Reducing the Risk of Bowel Cancer
Again those bioflavonoids, plus resveratrol, are implicated in reducing the risk of cancer. Their recommendation on alcohol consumption is high, though–limit up to one serving daily for a woman and up to 2 for a man. Read this article regarding bowel cancer . . .
Fruits and Veggies to Protect Against Breast Cancer
Again, the mantra: eat your fruits and veggies. Here is research linking their nutrients to reduced risk of breast cancer.
Nutrition Clarification . . .
This is a great interview of Dr. Alan Gaby to help put to rest some of the confusing nutrition information that is out there. Click here.
