Salad eaters receive more nutrients daily than those with poorer diets, say Louisiana State University researchers. In this study, published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, salad consumption was assessed based on study participants' intake of salad, raw vegetables and salad dressing. Of particular interest in this study was the finding that the … Continue reading Salad eaters show higher levels of carotenoids, antioxidants in their bodies
Whole Foods pushes TOXIC blood-clotting canola oil in more than 50% of their packaged products and at the prepared food bar
The slogan on the Whole Foods website says, “Eat real food.” Sure. Then at the top of the home page they claim, “We’re growing something good.” Really? Since when is rapeseed good? Most of the signature Whole Foods brand “365” products contain rapeseed oil (also known as Canadian Low Acid Oil or “canola” for short). All canola … Continue reading Whole Foods pushes TOXIC blood-clotting canola oil in more than 50% of their packaged products and at the prepared food bar
Turmeric naturally increases brain cell growth
The results of a new study published in the journal Stem Cell Research & Therapy suggests that the popular ancient Indian spice, turmeric, could help repair the brain following an injury and could also be used to treat neurodegenerative diseases. In order to examine the effects of turmeric on brain cells, scientists first bathed endogenous neural stem cells (NSCs), … Continue reading Turmeric naturally increases brain cell growth
3 Anti-Aging Benefits of Astragalus Root
Source: 3 Anti-Aging Benefits of Astragalus Root by Dr. Edward Group Traditional Chinese approaches to health often use astragalus as an adaptogen to support the body’s ability to adjust to varying environmental and biological changes. For centuries, the dried roots of this plant have been used as an approach to the cold and flu, as a supportive herb … Continue reading 3 Anti-Aging Benefits of Astragalus Root
Vitamin E, critical for brain health, is lacking in 90% of adults – find out how to add more to your diet!
The complexity of the human body is vast, consisting of trillions of cells working simultaneously to ensure that we take our next breath. While the processes are complex, the method by which they perform is quite simple. In order for our cells to do their job, they need vitamins. Researchers believe that the body requires … Continue reading Vitamin E, critical for brain health, is lacking in 90% of adults – find out how to add more to your diet!
Piceatannol aids weight management, helps prevent obesity, found in red grapes and wine
Obesity is threatening the health and lives of nearly 70 percent of the U.S. population, and indicators of this epidemic are continuing to affect even more men, women and children and place a significant burden on an already failing health care system. Most health-minded individuals understand the importance of eliminating refined and processed foods while … Continue reading Piceatannol aids weight management, helps prevent obesity, found in red grapes and wine
Hexavalent chromium (chromium-6) was just found in 75% of drinking water… the mass chemical suicide of America is under way
An Environmental Working Group review of government water analysis data reveals that 75% of drinking water in America is contaminated with cancer-causing hexavalent chromium (also known as chromium-6). In a widely publicized report, EWG warns that 200 million Americans are right now being exposed to this toxic chemical in their water. This is on top of our own … Continue reading Hexavalent chromium (chromium-6) was just found in 75% of drinking water… the mass chemical suicide of America is under way
Blackberries – The Little Black Dress of Foods!
Blackberries do not always get the same amount of press as strawberries or blueberries, do, but if you are serious about a healthy, detoxifying diet, they are definitely a food that you should consider adding to the bill of fare. Learn more about these amazing little fruits below. They truly are the little black dress … Continue reading Blackberries – The Little Black Dress of Foods!
Iodine and Radiation – How it Works
Source: Iodine and Radiation – How it Works by Dr. Edward Group Iodine is often used to protect the thyroid from the effects of radiation[1] – as we were clearly reminded during the nuclear disaster at Fukushima in 2011. While iodine protects against radiation poisoning of the thyroid, its radioactive state has also proven a useful emergency medical tool. It is … Continue reading Iodine and Radiation – How it Works
Choose Natural Sugars When You Have a Sweet Tooth
The word is out about the dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup. This sticky sweet substance shows up in nearly all processed foods and headlines in soft drinks. Studies have linked HFCS to obesity. Caution should be practiced though as sugar in general has gotten a bad rep in the past years. Diets like Atkins … Continue reading Choose Natural Sugars When You Have a Sweet Tooth
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 