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 [...]
A sedentary lifestyle, insufficient sleep, and an unhealthy diet can all lead to weight gain and less-than-optimal health. But according to experts, there’s another factor that contributes to these conditions: gluten. This protein is found in barley, wheat, rye, and some food additives. Gluten has been proven to cause various mental and physical problems. According [...]
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 [...]
Aspartame and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) are not the only “deadly” sweeteners available in the market today. Dr. Joseph Mercola also warns that the Monsanto-produced neotame, a chemical derivative of aspartame, has been approved for use in food and drinks despite potential adverse health effects. The chemicals used for manufacturing neotame are believed to [...]
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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