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Organic Cocoa Cassava Bars: Make the Switch Now

Posted on January 20th, 2012 by author  |  2 Comments »

Instead of settling for popular candy bars or energy bars, Dr. Joseph Mercola recommends a healthy alternative: Organic Cocoa Cassava Bars. Similar energy bar products on the market have been found to promote less-than-optimal health primarily because of three ingredients: High-fructose corn syrup (HCFS) – Rich in fructose, which does not have any nutritional value. [...]

 
 

The Truth about Processed Milk Chocolate

Posted on December 23rd, 2011 by author  |  No Comments »

Whether it contains 100 percent cocoa butter or vegetable oil substitutes, processed milk chocolate is not as a healthful as you are led to believe. Aside from having great amounts of sugar, processed milk chocolate is found to contain a dangerous chemical. A study published in Environmental Health Perspectives found that processed chocolate may be [...]

 
 

Cocoa Cassava Bars vs. Junk Foods: What Kids Should Eat

Posted on December 2nd, 2011 by author  |  5 Comments »

Nowadays, it is common to see children frequently stuffing themselves with sugary snacks, processed foods, and carbonated drinks. Dr. Joseph Mercola explains that not only do these items contribute to obesity, but they can give kids allergies and chronic illnesses as well. If you are a parent, you should be worried because your kid’s development [...]

 
 

Damaging Endocrine-Disrupting Toxin Found in Some Organic Foods

Posted on August 26th, 2011 by author  |  No Comments »

Many people are now joining the all-organic food bandwagon to avoid toxins and improve their overall health. Unfortunately, eating organic is no longer a guarantee that you’re not getting toxins. Perchlorate, a powerful endocrine disruptor, is found to contaminate both conventional and organically-grown foods. What is Perchlorate? Derived from perchloric acid, perchlorates are salts that [...]