According to new research, exposing infants to high levels of pet and pest allergens can greatly lower their risk of developing asthma by the age of seven. These findings were made by the researchers behind the ongoing Urban Environment and Childhood Asthma (URECA) study, which looks into the risk factors of asthma among urban children. Beginning in … Continue reading Prevent asthma by cleaning less: Increased exposure to allergens and pet dander actually reduces risk
Broccoli Sprouts: Nature’s Most Powerful Cancer-Fighting Food
Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli are very rich in nutrients, including several carotenoids; vitamins E, C, and K; folate; and minerals. They also are an excellent fiber source. A high consumption of cruciferous vegetables has been linked with a decreased risk of cancer. Broccoli contains elements known as glucosinolates, which are sulfur-containing chemicals. During chewing and … Continue reading Broccoli Sprouts: Nature’s Most Powerful Cancer-Fighting Food
The Dangers of Mold & Mildew in your Home or Office
Source: The Dangers of Mold & Mildew in your Home or Office by Dr. Edward Group No matter who you are, or where you live, everyone needs to reduce the amount of mold and mildew in the air they are breathing in. If you smell a musty odor in your home or workplace, there is a good … Continue reading The Dangers of Mold & Mildew in your Home or Office
Probiotics prevent asthma
Did you know that probiotics help prevent asthma? It's not one of those immediately obvious connections, but the more you look into it, the more you'll see why it works. Asthma is often the result of systemic inflammation caused by food allergies. Probiotics, it turns out, can help deal with food allergies, calming the inflammation and … Continue reading Probiotics prevent asthma
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 