Selenium, an essential trace mineral, is now recognized as indispensable for maintaining great health. Less well known, perhaps, are the frightening implications of a selenium deficiency. Now, groundbreaking research has demonstrated that shortages of this mineral may play a role in the emergence of new and dangerous viral strains – and could even trigger epidemics. With well … Continue reading Selenium deficiency tied to deadly viruses
Paleo diet may lead to iodine deficiency: Are you at risk?
A new study finds that Paleo diet may increase the chances of a person of having iodine deficiency, as reported by Nutraingredients.com. Researchers from Kungalv’s Hospital in Sweden find that having a Paleolithic-type of diet, which typically includes foods that could be obtained by hunting and gathering in the past, has led to the development of mild … Continue reading Paleo diet may lead to iodine deficiency: Are you at risk?
The truth about commercial eggs EXPOSED in shocking video
A video by activist Erin Janus claims to be the first to expose "in full detail," all the things that the egg industry doesn't want you to know about how its products are produced. The video chronicles everything from the horrible physical and psychological abuse inflicted on egg-laying hens and "useless" male chicks, the … Continue reading The truth about commercial eggs EXPOSED in shocking video
Tea tree oil is a mini medicine cabinet in a bottle
What mom wouldn't want a small, inexpensive, easy to keep, proven germ killer in her purse? Tea tree oil has a much wider range of use than those hand sanitizers, is natural, and goes further. Native to Australia, melaleuca alternifolia, or tea tree, has been used by the Aborigines for centuries. They would crush the leaves, … Continue reading Tea tree oil is a mini medicine cabinet in a bottle
Discover 10 Nutritious Foods that Are High in Phosphorus
Source: Discover 10 Nutritious Foods that Are High in Phosphorus by Dr. Edward Group Phosphorus is a mineral that helps your body maintain healthy bones and teeth. [1] It is essential for life and makes up about 1% of your body weight, making it the second most abundant mineral in your body next to calcium. 85% of the … Continue reading Discover 10 Nutritious Foods that Are High in Phosphorus
Research: TV Food Advertisements Promote Unhealthy Diets
Source: Research: TV Food Advertisements Promote Unhealthy Diets by Dr. Edward Group Shocking new research published earlier this year in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association reveals that consuming only the foods most heavily advertised on television makes for an unhealthy diet.[1] All jokes aside, the details that the research provides about just how unhealthy … Continue reading Research: TV Food Advertisements Promote Unhealthy Diets
Leaked emails expose Coca-Cola’s political strategy: a propaganda front against public health and soda taxes
A treasure trove of emails released by hactivist site DC Leaks reveals that corporate giant Coca-Cola has launched a worldwide campaign to stop the imposition of soda taxes that many believe could help curb consumption of sugary drinks that contribution to obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. Ninjas For Health is reporting via Medium that hacked internal company emails show … Continue reading Leaked emails expose Coca-Cola’s political strategy: a propaganda front against public health and soda taxes
Study Finds Fast Food is Most Popular Among Middle Class
There’s a lot of stigma about eating at fast food restaurants – it’s unhealthy, it’s fattening, it’s bad for the environment – the list goes on and on. In many cases, this bad reputation is more than merited; yet, there are still some important misconceptions about fast food, including who they’re really hurting the most. … Continue reading Study Finds Fast Food is Most Popular Among Middle Class
Green Tea could Naturally Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis, Scientists Say
According to the National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), the bone thinning condition known as osteoporosis is a major public health threat for 44 million Americans, 68 percent of whom are women. Approximately 10 million Americans already have osteoporosis and another 34 million more have low bone mass, placing them at high … Continue reading Green Tea could Naturally Prevent and Treat Osteoporosis, Scientists Say
Resveratrol Found to Halt Growth of Pancreatic Cancer Cells
Recent research suggests that the antioxidant resveratrol, which naturally occurs in grape skins, can weaken pancreatic cancer cells and increase their vulnerability to chemotherapy. "Resveratrol seems to have a therapeutic gain by making tumor cells more sensitive to radiation and making normal tissue less sensitive," said lead researcher Paul Okunieff, chief of radiation oncology at … Continue reading Resveratrol Found to Halt Growth of Pancreatic Cancer Cells
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 