Source: 5 Things You Should Know About Obesity by Dr. Edward Group Despite being one of the most preventable conditions on the planet, obesity is, unfortunately, a hugely significant problem. According to the World Health Association, the global obesity rate has more than doubled since 1980. [1] Certainly diet and exercise can go a long way … Continue reading 5 Things You Should Know About Obesity
12 Sneaky Ways Toxins Infiltrate Your Life
Source: 12 Sneaky Ways Toxins Infiltrate Your Life by Dr. Edward Group It seems that everywhere you look today you can find a source for toxins—food, clothes, children’s toys…you get the idea. Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, toxins can sneak past you, infiltrating your home and body. It never hurts to arm yourself with … Continue reading 12 Sneaky Ways Toxins Infiltrate Your Life
GMO genetic pollution alert: Genetically engineered wheat escapes experimental fields planted across 16 states
The genetic apocalypse we've been warning about for years may have already begun. The USDA just announced they found a significant amount of genetically engineered wheat growing in farm fields in Oregon. As the USDA announced yesterday, "...test results of plant samples from an Oregon farm indicate the presence of genetically engineered (GE) glyphosate-resistant wheat plants." Why is … Continue reading GMO genetic pollution alert: Genetically engineered wheat escapes experimental fields planted across 16 states
Hungary torches 500 hectares of GM corn to eradicate GMOs from food supply
When it comes to protecting the public from GMOs, Hungary knows how to get the job done: set fire to the fields growing GM corn! Although environmentalists might at first argue about the ramifications of burning so much organic matter right out in the open, the deeper truth is that genetic pollution poses a vastly more serious threat … Continue reading Hungary torches 500 hectares of GM corn to eradicate GMOs from food supply
How Much Do You Think About What Influences Your Diet?
Source: How Much Do You Think About What Influences Your Diet? by Dr. Edward Group How do you decide what to eat? Think about what influences your decision. Nutrition, taste, health, cultural preferences and taboos, regional specialties, availability, personal preference, dietary restrictions… advertising? All of these can play a part, but for now, let’s focus on … Continue reading How Much Do You Think About What Influences Your Diet?
Obesity rates double worldwide as more countries embrace American junk foods, indoor lifestyles
Worldwide rates of obesity have doubled since 1980, but levels of cholesterol and blood pressure are strikingly different between rich and poor countries, according to a study conducted by researchers from Imperial College London and published in The Lancet. In 1980, 5 percent of men and 8 percent of women were estimated to be obese. By … Continue reading Obesity rates double worldwide as more countries embrace American junk foods, indoor lifestyles
The Differences Between Synthetic and Natural Vitamins
Source: The Differences Between Synthetic and Natural Vitamins by Dr. Edward Group Vitamins, vitamins, vitamins. Whether we get them from our daily diet, from sunshine, or from store bought capsules or liquids, vitamins are vital to our health and to the proper functioning of our bodies. Vitamin deficiencies lead to a wide range of problems spanning … Continue reading The Differences Between Synthetic and Natural Vitamins
Millions of bees turning up dead around GMO corn fields soaked with neonicotinoid pesticides
As the European Union considers whether to lift restrictions on three pesticides in the neonicotinoid family, it would do well to consider the phenomenon, known to Canadian beekeepers, in which bees start dying in droves shortly after corn planting season. "Once the corn started to get planted our bees died by the millions," said beekeeper Dave Schuit … Continue reading Millions of bees turning up dead around GMO corn fields soaked with neonicotinoid pesticides
Is Soy Good or Bad for You?
Source: Is Soy Good or Bad for You? by Dr. Edward Group Soy milk, soy cheese, soy crisps—there is a booming market for vegan soy-based foods and a lot of supposed health authorities touting its alleged benefits. What if soy was actually a wolf in sheep’s clothing and only called a health food because its supply was … Continue reading Is Soy Good or Bad for You?
Are Probiotics Right for You?
Source: Are Probiotics Right for You? by Dr. Edward Group Maybe you’ve heard how probiotics can help your digestion, perhaps you’ve even tried them. But do you know exactly what they are, and just how they work? Don’t worry, because you’re not alone. There’s a lot of confusion about the role of probiotics on your digestive health, … Continue reading Are Probiotics Right for You?
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