When the Center for Environmental Health released test results showing that Pepsi intentionally covered up the presence of high levels of 4-Mel in its popular soft drinks in 2013, the company denied both the presence of this chemical in its beverages and the fact that it was dangerous. 4-Mel, which is short for 4-Methylimidazole, is a … Continue reading Pepsi admits its soda contains cancer-causing ingredients
5 Simple ways to tell if you need to lose weight
Typically, body mass index (BMI) readings are used to determine whether an individual is overweight or obese. However, BMIs may not be always accurate. There are five other signs that could indicate that it’s time to lose weight, according to experts. 1. Having a big waist The size of your waist is the best way to tell if … Continue reading 5 Simple ways to tell if you need to lose weight
Put some protein in your smoothie with these 5 vegetables
Proteins are often associated with meat, cheese, and other dairy products – but did you know that vegetables offer them as well? If you’re looking to get your daily dose of protein without adding meat to your diet, a good way to do it is to combine vegetables into your smoothies. What are proteins? A protein is a chain of amino acids – like … Continue reading Put some protein in your smoothie with these 5 vegetables
Water filtration is an essential component to a healthy lifestyle
Clean water is a fundamental part of a healthy lifestyle. The majority of our society relies on municipal water sources to supply their household needs. Most city water sources contain highly contaminated forms of water that are then sanitized with potent chemical agents. Water filtration is especially important to make municipal water acceptable to drink. … Continue reading Water filtration is an essential component to a healthy lifestyle
Maintaining brain health: Keep your brain young with these supplements and lifestyle habits
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that impairs memory and other important cognitive functions. Today, it affects about 5.3 million Americans and is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. The number is alarming and continues to increase each year. Before it’s too late, take extra steps on keeping your brain young and … Continue reading Maintaining brain health: Keep your brain young with these supplements and lifestyle habits
The Epigenetics Behind the Flu
When the flu hits, it typically hits hard and fast. At first, you might only notice a slight cough and some sniffles and then, before you know it, you’re unable to get out of bed. The fever, sore throat, chills, muscle aches, and overall exhaustion take over your body and you’re done for — at … Continue reading The Epigenetics Behind the Flu
Father’s Exposure to Phthalates Impact Epigenetic Marks on Sperm DNA
New epigenetic research conducted by scientists at the University of Massachusetts suggests that a father’s environment can affect the health of his baby via epigenetic marks in his sperm. Specifically, male exposure to phthalates, which are endocrine disruptors found in plastics, personal care products like shaving cream, and in the environment that surrounds us, were … Continue reading Father’s Exposure to Phthalates Impact Epigenetic Marks on Sperm DNA
Overweight Fathers May Epigenetically Increase Their Daughters’ Risk of Breast Cancer
Although we typically think the mother has a large impact on her child’s health, epigenetic research is beginning to suggest that a father’s behavior may also have a significant amount of influence. Recently, we posted a blog article on the epigenetic influence a father’s lifestyle has on his children, showing that both mothers and fathers contribute to their … Continue reading Overweight Fathers May Epigenetically Increase Their Daughters’ Risk of Breast Cancer
5 Powerful Lithium Effects on the Brain
Source: 5 Powerful Lithium Effects on the Brain by Dr. Edward Group Did you know lithium is a naturally occurring mineral — an alkali metal — found all over the earth? The name lithium derives from the Greek word lithos, meaning stone. Traces of lithium exist in granite rock around the world, as well as in soil and … Continue reading 5 Powerful Lithium Effects on the Brain
Dr. Rüdiger Dahlke’s 12 Steps to Preventing Illness
Rüdiger Dahlke is a physician and psychotherapist, co-author of The Healing Power of Illness: Understanding What Your Symptoms Are Telling You and many other books on addressing illness. He believes disease presents an opportunity to become more aware and find out why we’re alive. These are the steps he recommends for addressing illness before it … Continue reading Dr. Rüdiger Dahlke’s 12 Steps to Preventing Illness
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 