The Environmental Working Group (EWG) just released their 2015 sunscreen guide, a comprehensive look at the best and worst sun protection options this year with your health in mind. According to the report, the popular Neutrogena brand was the worst offender as more than 80% of the brand’s products contain oxybenzone (hormone-disrupter), and one-third contains retinyl palmitate, a type…
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You Were Right. Whole Foods Is Ripping You Off.
Whole Foods earned the nickname “whole paycheck” over a decade ago, but is there actually more truth to the story? A recent investigation hit Whole Foods with more than 800 violations in what investigators revealed as the “worst case of mislabeling they have seen in their careers.” The violations targeted pre-packaged food products that were found to have…
59% of the ‘Tuna’ Americans Eat Is Not Tuna
(via Dr. Mercola) When you eat tuna, there’s a good chance you’re not actually eating tuna. Instead, the majority of fish labeled “white tuna” may actually be escolar, a type of fish that can cause serious digestive effects, including oily anal leakage. Oceana, the non-profit ocean protection group that revealed the findings, further found that nearly…
10 Ways Sleeping Naked Can Benefit You
(via @organichealth.co) Studies show only 10% of people sleep in the nude, and this is surprising especially with all the wonderful benefits that come along with sleeping in the buff. If the thoughts of sleeping in the nude are not very appealing to you, here are seven reasons that will have you convinced! 1. People who…
5 Reasons Why Vitaminwater is a Bad Idea
(via Authoritynutrition.com) A beverage called Vitaminwater has been very popular in recent years. It contains added vitamins and minerals, and is marketed as healthy. However, what is left out of the marketing claims, is that Vitaminwater is loaded with added sugar. As you may know, sugar can cause severe harm when consumed in excess. Additionally,…
Do Not Eat This “Cheese” By Any Means!
Real cheese made with happy cows and high quality ingredients in mind can be incredibly healthy for you. Processed cheese made with an extensive shelf life and large profit margins in mind are not. Take this particular cheese for instance in the video, it won’t even melt! Let’s take a look at the ingredients of…
Why You Should Never Use Hand Sanitizer
Using hand sanitizer is very much a new norm in American society, but should you and do you really need to use it? Studies show it’s actually dangerous! The popular ingredient triclosan kills off all of your good bacteria on your skin, allowing bad bacteria to flourish while making you more prone to infection. To make matters worse,…
No Gluten? No Problem! 8 Drool-Worthy Gluten Free Ideas
There are NOT many people who will easily give up gluten containing foods: breads, pastas, sandwiches, and desserts. But for those facing gluten intolerance it’s a harsh reality! But these drool worthy ideas can really lighten the blow, and leave you with nutrient dense and highly satisfying meal ideas! Breakfast The Best Gluten Free Crepes…
Why are you being fed by a poison expert? Monsanto and Roundup MUST SEE!
Why is it okay that we are being fed by a poison expert? It’s not… Sources: The Undercurrent Photo Credit: The Guardian
1,200 Calories
While the calorie may have originally been created for good, it seems to have had the opposite effect when it comes to health. Mainstream dieting encourages eating “less” caloricially, and supplies many commercial products that can help you keep your calories low. Consequently, low calorie also means low nutrition! A sure way to ensure your…