The Rise of the Obesogens

Source: The Rise of the Obesogens by Dr. Edward Group Diet advice as it pertains to weight gain has been simple–take in than you can burn off and you’ll gain weight. The calorie in, calorie out approach to weight loss is not only outdated, it’s also ineffective in some cases. While no one is arguing the … Continue reading The Rise of the Obesogens

What are Obesogens?

Source: What are Obesogens? by Dr. Edward Group Obesogens is an umbrella term given to the dozens of endocrine disruptors that play a role in obesity. Chemicals from plastics, like BPA, are known obesogens, and these chemicals pollute our waterways and pervade our homes. The effects of obesogens have been studied intensely over the past few years … Continue reading What are Obesogens?

5 Food Companies That Don’t Use BPA

Source: 5 Food Companies That Don’t Use BPA by Dr. Edward Group Bisphenol-A (BPA) is a dangerous, toxic compound used in the lining of food packaging. BPA contaminates food and makes its way into the body to wreak havoc. The brain, endocrine system, and hormones are all affected by BPA, and research shows that this compound is … Continue reading 5 Food Companies That Don’t Use BPA

Poor Fitness Associated with Increase in Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease (press release)

Approximately one-third of adolescents and 14 percent of adults (aged 20 to 49 years) in the U.S. have poor cardiorespiratory fitness, with an associated increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease risk factors such as higher total cholesterol and blood pressure levels, according to a study in the December 21 issue of JAMA. There is strong and … Continue reading Poor Fitness Associated with Increase in Prevalence of Cardiovascular Disease (press release)

Despite Known Dangers, BPA Continues to Taint Food Supply

Source: Despite Known Dangers, BPA Continues to Taint Food Supply by Dr. Edward Group BPA, or bisphenol-A, is an endocrine disruptor you’ve heard me mention before. It’s been shown to mimic hormones in the body–namely estrogen–and contribute to hormone imbalance. These dangers have been known for a long time. You’d think that spawn change to eliminate the … Continue reading Despite Known Dangers, BPA Continues to Taint Food Supply

The shocking TRUTH: Where does your favorite bottled water actually come from?

An animated map generated by Business Insider has provided an overview on where the most popular bottled water brands actually came from. According to the map, Dasani Purified Water comes from a local water supply, while Nestlé’s Pure Life Purified Water takes its supply from a local well or municipal water source. Likewise, Aquafina’s Purified Water uses public … Continue reading The shocking TRUTH: Where does your favorite bottled water actually come from?

Too Much Fertilizer Causes Loss of Plant Diversity

Scientists may have discovered why excessive fertilizer use leads to a loss of species diversity in grasslands, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Zurich, Switzerland, and published in the journal Science. Rain washes fertilizers off of the fields where they are applied and into neighboring ecosystems, leading to an increase in … Continue reading Too Much Fertilizer Causes Loss of Plant Diversity

How John Berchielli Was Poisoned By the Tetanus Vaccine

  Vaccine safety is a hotly debated topic and continues to be a consistent issue between health officials and the public. There’s plenty of gray area when it comes to vaccination. They’re not 100% effective and, without warning, vaccine injuries occur and are usually downplayed to keep the public in line. Take the case of … Continue reading How John Berchielli Was Poisoned By the Tetanus Vaccine

Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It?

Source: Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It? by Dr. Edward Group Soda is hugely popular and many people are addicted to its sweet taste and fizzy texture. It’s a big source of calories from refined sugar in the form of high fructose corn syrup. Diet sodas, which have artificial sweeteners instead of sugar, are … Continue reading Pepsi Swaps Aspartame for Sucralose: Is It Worth It?

Harvard study: U.S. government actively props up Big Pharma’s profiteering monopoly

Many of us have long believed that the high drug prices in this country can be blamed on the government for allowing Big Pharma to have a monopoly, and now a Harvard study has admitted that this is indeed the main cause of this increasingly serious problem. The paper, which is entitled The High Cost of … Continue reading Harvard study: U.S. government actively props up Big Pharma’s profiteering monopoly