By Dr. Mercola No one wants to hear that something as “indispensable” as your cell phone might cause grave harm to your health, but that’s exactly what mounting evidence tells us we’re faced with. Wireless phones and other gadgets have the potential to cause all sorts of health problems, from headaches to brain tumors. The…
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20 Nutrition Facts That Should be Common Sense (But Aren’t)
By Kris Gunnars of Authority Nutrition Common sense is surprisingly rare in nutrition. All sorts of myths and misconceptions are being spread around, even by so-called experts. Here are 20 nutrition facts that should be common sense (but clearly aren’t). 1. Artificial Trans Fats Are Not Suitable For Human Consumption Trans fats are nasty. Producing them…
The HOTTEST new protein source (that’s actually WORTH eating)!
What’s the latest and the greatest source of protein in the Western world? Insects! If that thought makes you cringe, you just MIGHT want to hear me out. Insects are a highly sustainable and amazing “whole animal insect” source of protein containing many therapeutic vitamins and minerals (especially to those eating the standard American diet). They…
The 1 minute trick that can help you fall asleep FAST!
What keeps most people lying awake and unable to fall asleep at night? Stress, that’s what. Adrenaline and cortisol can keep you wide awake when all you want to do is dose off into dreamland. While there are many ways you can work to reduce stress hormones at night (like these suggestions), this might perhaps be the…
Offspring Can Develop Features From Their Mom’s Previous Sexual Partners
In a recent study, scientists discovered a new non-genetic form of inheritance in flies. This study confirmed that in flies at least, offspring can show characteristics of their mom’s previous sex partners! This kind of inheritance is called telegony, and while it’s not new and has been around since ancient Greek times, it was discredited in the…
‘Text neck’ the latest epidemic could ruin your spine
Billions around the world rely on text messaging to communicate with friends, family and loved ones. But could this simple messaging wreck havoc on your spine? The average human head weighs about 12lbs, but when the neck is bent forward the weight and pressure on the cervical spine increases dramatically. According to a recent study…
Your Perfume is TOXIC and Contains Secret Chemicals (but don’t worry– you can make your own!)
Did you know that when a product lists “fragrance” on the label it essential means “hidden chemicals”? Basically that means it could include any number of over 3,000 chemicals [2] used in the fragrance industry? And it’s almost always hidden and kept a secret from you! YIKES! According to EWG, “The average fragrance product tested contained 14…
PEG Laxatives especially harmful to pregnant women and children!
After spending years working with children in my early 20’s, I saw this laxative become more and more common in young children under the age of 5. However, the laxative pediatricians prescribe like water was not meant to be used in anyone under 17 years old, so pediatric use is technically “off label”. After learning…
The #1 Food You MUST Avoid to FIGHT Type 2 Diabetes (hint: it’s NOT sugar!)
If you listen to mainstream medicine, I’m sure you’ve only heard that you need to avoid sugar if you have diabetes or are pre-diabetic. But what if I told that mindset totally misses the mark and ignores perhaps a MORE important food that increases your risk? According to Dr. Ray Peat, PhD, “Diabetes is just…
Why This Female Doctor Refuses to Support Cancer Charities & You Might Want To As Well
Dr. Vronique Desaulniers doesn’t donate her time or money to cancer fundrasiers. Actually, she does quite the opposite by speaking out against it! She says “Look at what the pink fundraising industry has done; absolutely nothing. The whole idea of the pink breast cancer awareness month was started by pharmaceutical companies that drive women to…