EWG releases new tool to help consumers avoid antibiotic-resistant bacteria, understand meat and dairy labels. MRSA, or methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, has been a concerning health topic, and for good reason. The superbug is a drug-resistant strain of Staph that infects hundreds of thousands of Americans annually, ultimately killing several thousand of them -- and that's not even taking … Continue reading Deadly, drug-resistant superbugs now being found in meat products
Sulforaphane from broccoli and cruciferous vegetables selectively destroys cancer cells
Research details published in the Molecular Nutrition & Food Research journal explains the potent mechanism exhibited by cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower to ameliorate developing cancer cells. The active photochemical known as sulforaphane targets prostate and other hormone dependent cancer lines and leaves normal healthy cells unaffected. Cruciferous vegetables have long been associated with a … Continue reading Sulforaphane from broccoli and cruciferous vegetables selectively destroys cancer cells
Treat your Crohn’s naturally with vitamin D: Research
Increased blood levels of vitamin D may help both prevent and treat Crohn's disease, an incurable, often debilitating gastrointestinal disorder, research has shown. Crohn's disease is a form of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which afflicts between 10 and 20 percent of the U.S. population at some point in their lives. There is no known cause … Continue reading Treat your Crohn’s naturally with vitamin D: Research
Spirulina: Immune boosting, mood enhancing, protein-rich wonder food
Blue green algae, commonly known as spirulina is a group of organisms found in the ocean and sometimes in fresh water lakes. They are among the most nutritious plant-like organisms known to humans, so if malnutrition is anywhere on the radar, then think "spirulina" because the concentration of micronutrients in this power packed "magic food" … Continue reading Spirulina: Immune boosting, mood enhancing, protein-rich wonder food
Here’s why you should NEVER reuse your plastic water bottles
Would you lick a toilet seat? Hey, don’t worry, you can just drink out of your used plastic bottle instead. Researchers have suggested that refilling plastic bottles and drinking from them causes more harm than good, with the item essentially becoming a breeding ground for bacteria. The study was conducted by Treadmill Reviews and analyzed … Continue reading Here’s why you should NEVER reuse your plastic water bottles
Cannabis compounds found to be SUPERIOR to migraine drugs
If you suffer from migraines or know someone who does, you’ll be familiar with the particular brand of debilitating pain that sets this type of headache apart from ordinary headaches. It might even be so strong that you have no choice but to put your life on hold until it passes. You might think … Continue reading Cannabis compounds found to be SUPERIOR to migraine drugs
Banish and prevent your migraines simply by taking magnesium: Research
Although migraines usually involve severe headaches, migraine attacks are not just headaches. There are two basic types of migraines: With aura and without aura. Both types often produce symptoms of nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and noise. A migraine with aura will start with visual problems and dizziness before the head pains begin. This was … Continue reading Banish and prevent your migraines simply by taking magnesium: Research
Do vegans need more iodine?
The vegan lifestyle can be quite healthy if the diet is composed of fresh, organic foods. This takes some planning. Vegans also need to avoid heavily processed vegan foods that give the false impression of providing balanced nutrition when they do not. Studies that compare a balanced vegan diet with that of vegetarians, and omnivores … Continue reading Do vegans need more iodine?
Who knew? Compound in apples fights obesity, diabetes and fatty liver disease
Overweight and obesity continue to plague a majority of men, women and children alike, placing them at considerable risk for heart disease, diabetes and fatty liver disease as a result of chronic metabolic dysfunction. Alternative health practitioners understand that the problem is the result of much more than a simple 'calories-in, calories-out' equation, as refined, … Continue reading Who knew? Compound in apples fights obesity, diabetes and fatty liver disease
BREAKTHROUGH science study confirms that omega-3 oils halt cancer tumors
By now, most of us are aware that eating foods like processed meat can cause colorectal cancer, but are there foods you can eat that have the opposite effect? According to a new study, piling some salmon onto your plate could have a very positive impact when it comes to this common type of cancer. … Continue reading BREAKTHROUGH science study confirms that omega-3 oils halt cancer tumors
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 