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 [...]
Asian countries, like China, the Philippines, Hong Kong and South Korea, have banned over 800 imported products from Taiwan after discovering that they were tainted with a dangerous chemical. The banned products, which included food, beverages, and additives, were tainted with DEHP, a potentially dangerous chemical used in plastics and personal care products. According to [...]
People enjoy fresh tropical fruits because of their delicious and unforgettable taste. But aside from their flavor, tropical fruits can give you many health benefits. One example is the coconut. In the Philippines, the coconut is called the “tree of life,” because every part of the plant—from the roots to the leaves—can be utilized.Coconut juice [...]
Weight Watchers, the world’s largest diet company, has recently declared that “calorie counting has become unhelpful.” David Kirchoff, president of Weight Watchers, said that they have eliminated the company’s popular “Points” system. Instead of counting calories, they encourage dieters to consume more natural, less processed foods in small portions. In a Time Magazine report, Kirchoff [...]
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and men are now on the prowl for the perfect gift for the ladies. Chocolate is the typical option, but beware — many commercial chocolate bars and candies are processed and packed with unhealthy ingredients like chemical additives and high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Instead of these sugary treats, give your [...]
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Dr. Mercola is a well-known physician and a multiple New York Times Bestselling Author. He started his website, Mercola.com, in 1997, and it has become the world's #1 Natural Health site. Dr. Mercola is a recognized, licensed Physician and Surgeon in the state of Illinois. He first opened his practice outside Chicago in 1986 and has treated over 20,000 patients.
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