Why you should check your coffee label twice. For most North Americans, waking up with a fresh cup of coffee is the only way to get out of bed. But next to organic strawberries and organic cereal, you might be … Continue reading
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The Simple and Proven Way to Get Pesticides Out of Your Body
Michelle Schoffro Cook October 11, 2015 If you’re like most people you’re probably concerned about the quantity and types of toxic chemicals you’re coming into contact with regularly. And, for good reason: we’ve never in human history been bombarded … Continue reading
Study of Organic Crops Finds Fewer Pesticides and More Antioxidants
By KENNETH CHANG JULY 11, 2014 Adding fuel to the debates over the merits of organic food, a comprehensive review of earlier studies found substantially higher levels of antioxidants and lower levels of pesticides in organic fruits, vegetables … Continue reading
More Pesticides Linked to Parkinson’s Risk
Study also found that genes affect the level of risk WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Feb. 3, 2014 (HealthDay News) – Researchers say they’ve identified a number of common pesticides that increase the risk of … Continue reading
Study Links Food Allergies To Pesticides In Tap Water
By Alexandra Sifferlin Dec. 03, 2012Is our drinking water making us sick?Over the past 20 years, the number of people allergic to milk, eggs, wheat nuts and shellfish has soared, jumping by 18% between 1997 and 2007, according … Continue reading
Foods that Contain the Highest Amount of Pesticides
By Jordan Miller Guest Writer for Wake Up World 6th April 2012 Much of the produce that is sold today in supermarkets is supplied from farmers who practice conventional farming methods. In other words, the produce has been grown using … Continue reading
Weedkillers in Cereals: What to Know
In a new round of testing, the nonprofit watchdog Environmental Working Group found the weedkiller glyphosate in all 21 cereal and snack products it sampled. “All but four contained levels higher than what EWG considers protective for children’s health,” says … Continue reading
Kale Is a Surprise on 2019’s ‘Dirty Dozen’ List
While it may still be considered a super food, kale took third place on this year’s “Dirty Dozen” list of fruits and vegetables with the most pesticide residue. Once again, strawberries and spinach took first and second, as they did … Continue reading
The Healthiest Water to Drink: Is There Such a Thing?
The science is clear: Staying hydrated and drinking enough water has health benefits. Hydration can help lubricate and cushion joints, protect sensitive tissues in your body, flush out waste and keep your immune system and even your skin healthy. Yet … Continue reading
Can Eating Organic Food Lower Your Cancer Risk?
In a study, those who ate more organic produce, dairy, meat and other products had 25 percent fewer cancer diagnoses over all, especially lymphoma and breast cancer. People who buy organic food are usually convinced it’s better for their health, … Continue reading
