Most soybean, corn, cotton and canola crops in the U.S. are genetically altered. Some experts argue that these crops could pose serious health and environmental risks, but the scientific evidence is currently incomplete — deliberately so. Agricultural corporations such as Monsanto and Syngenta have restricted independent research on their crops. They have refused to provide […]
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Healthy summer eating
February 24, 2012
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by Karen Langston — School is out, and many of us are already planning for the lazy days of summer, which will undoubtedly feature campfires, barbeques, picnics, beach get-togethers or just hanging out with friends. While food is an integral component of our summertime activities, remember that good nutrition and good times can truly go […]
Labeling tricks the food industry hopes you never figure out
February 24, 2012
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Most of us have the best of intentions when it comes to our food choices. But unless we all learn to read each entire food ingredient label, we will never have a true idea of what we are really purchasing, eating or supporting with our dollars. As it turns out, most of what is on […]
Sardines to your health
February 24, 2012
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by Erlinda Tom — During the spring, massive schools of small fish swim to the shores for food — from the Baltic Sea to the Pacific and the Atlantic oceans. Some of these fish are called pilchards or sardines, named after the Mediterranean island Sardinia. Sardine, however, is a general term used to describe other […]
Coffee — for the health of it
February 24, 2012
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by Paula Owens — Do you love your morning cup of coffee? Well, drink up because the health benefits of coffee far outweigh the risks. A study published in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research found that people who drank four cups of coffee daily lost 1.5 pounds of body fat in four weeks. […]
Health updates: Coconut oil and aspartame
February 23, 2012
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The following is new information regarding research on coconut oil and its effects on your health and the effects of aspartame on your body and health. The amazing oil that trims women’s waistlines A study has shown that dietary supplementation with coconut oil may result in a reduction in waist circumference and other benefits. A […]
Health updates: Sucralose and bad habits
February 23, 2012
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The following is new information regarding sucralose and a new study on how bad habits can affect the aging of our bodies. The “other” sweetener that is made from sugar, but is closer to the pesticide DDT Researchers recently investigated sucralose (Splenda®) to see if it could reduce hunger and keep blood sugar steady. They […]
Sunscreen you can eat
February 23, 2012
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by Rima Mehta — Summer is here, and folks are trading the indoors for sunshine and any patch of grass they can find. Some are even seeking more creative and holistic ways to protect themselves from harsh sun exposure. Studies have shown that certain food nutrients can act as a type of sunscreen. While a […]
Cool summer no-cook treats
February 23, 2012
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by Joanne Henning Tedesco — Summer is definitely an “I do not want to cook” time. So far this year, the local temperature has hit 118° F, and we have had a monstrous haboob that deposited sand and dust everywhere. We just want to stay cool, and this means preparing meals that we do not […]
Health updates: Food products from Asia and statins
February 23, 2012
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The following is new information regarding China’s ban on imported products from Taiwan and the effects of statins on heart function. Be careful about purchasing food products from Asia China has banned the sale of hundreds of imported products from Taiwan. The ban follows a warning that food products were tainted with the chemical Di(2-ethylhexyl) […]
Where did all the farmers’ markets go?
February 23, 2012
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by Bob McClendon — Every summer, as the temperature starts to rise and we begin to wind down at the farmers’ markets, we get the same question: “Why don’t you sell during the summer?” This is a good question and is asked by many. In recent years, farmers’ markets have become very popular all across […]
Health updates: Nonstick cookware and your TV
February 23, 2012
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The following is new information regarding the dangers of using nonstick cookware, and why giving up TV watching can extend your lifespan and lessen your chances of getting cancer by up to 50 percent. Another reason to ditch your nonstick cookware A recent study examined blood samples taken from California women at different time periods […]
Cooking for one
February 23, 2012
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by Heather Demeritte — Does being solo have to mean eating yet another frozen dinner? Are you tired of dividing four-serving recipes into single-serving portions? Is there week-old lasagna going stale in the back of your fridge? Cooking for one may seem overwhelming, but it is possible and healthy. Here is how: Buy frozen food […]



February 24, 2012
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