If you thought that buying organic fruits and vegetables was a waste of money, you might want to think again. Test results released by the FDA have shown the presence of a neurotoxic pesticide known as chlorpyrifos in samples taken from more than 300 different foods. This alarming data comes from a series of tests … Continue reading Brain-damaging neurotoxic pesticide found in hundreds of foods: EPA allows pesticide lobby to dictate policy
Curing and preserving meat in the wild: 5 different techniques
It’s always a good idea to brush up on your survival skills. You never know when your knowledge of fire making or foraging is going to come in handy. If you’re new to hunting and meat preservation, this article can give you tips on how to cure and preserve meant when you’re outdoors. The first food … Continue reading Curing and preserving meat in the wild: 5 different techniques
Is it edible? 3 easy steps to determine if you’ve found something edible in the wild
Preppers have a well-rounded set of skills and if they’re stuck in the wilderness, they have the know-how to survive for a couple of weeks or even longer. Do you know how to identify edibles if you’re lost while hiking or camping? Once you’re in a safe zone, triage your needs immediately. Remember the top 3 priorities for … Continue reading Is it edible? 3 easy steps to determine if you’ve found something edible in the wild
4 things you’ll absolutely need when SHTF
If recent months have taught us anything, it’s that a disaster can leave people in an emergency and fragile state for weeks, and even months. As Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria proved, when basic necessities are knocked out or taken away, things can get ugly in a hurry. Keep in mind that natural disasters are … Continue reading 4 things you’ll absolutely need when SHTF
Fast food makes your immune system hyperactive — and research shows the aggressive inflammatory response remains long term, promoting disease
The Western diet, characterized by excessive intake of sugary drinks and fast food items, spurs immune system mechanisms that may negatively affect the body in the long run, according to a study published in the journal Cell. The study also revealed that the long-term effects may persist despite a change in dietary habits. A team of experts led … Continue reading Fast food makes your immune system hyperactive — and research shows the aggressive inflammatory response remains long term, promoting disease
Aquaponics: How to Grow Your Own Food in Water
Source: Aquaponics: How to Grow Your Own Food in Water by Dr. Edward Group Just because you live in an urban setting without adequate yard space, or in an especially cold or inhospitable climate, doesn’t mean that you can’t maintain a delicious selection of fresh fruits and vegetables year round. By setting up a proper aquaponic … Continue reading Aquaponics: How to Grow Your Own Food in Water
Record growth of organic food consumption in the U.S. and India
There has been record growth in sales of organic, non-GMO food in some of the world's largest produce markets, a good thing for consumers and advocates of clean, wholesome, non-bioengineered commodities. In the United States, the value of the organic foods market in 2013 exceeded $35 billion for the very first time, an increase of … Continue reading Record growth of organic food consumption in the U.S. and India
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 