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GMO Labeling Bill Passes Senate – Did Whole Foods Sell Us Out?

July 12, 2016 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: September 23, 2016

On Thursday, July 7th, the senate voted 63-30 to approved a bipartisan compromise bill for a federal labeling of food made with genetically modified organisms. The bill is moving to the House of Representatives next. Proponents of the bill say… [read]

Autism, Gut Health, Obesity, the MMR Vaccine, and Andrew Wakefield

July 8, 2016 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: July 8, 2016

In recent years, scientists have learned more about the microbes residing in the human gut and how they affect health and wellbeing. We have learned that microbes outnumber human cells in the body – roughly 90% microbes to 10% human… [read]

CDC Alert: Candida Auris – Our Latest Superbug Creation

July 7, 2016 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: October 25, 2017

Fungal infections caused by Candida are the most common type of fungal infections in the world. Fiercely opportunistic, Candida is a part of everyone’s intestinal flora. It doesn’t actually cause problems unless it takes over and crowds out the good… [read]

How Himalayan Salt Lamps Work

June 29, 2016 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: June 24, 2018

Have you been wondering what the deal is with those salt lamps? It’s not just the nice ambient light. Salt lamps actually help filter the air, removing dirt, pollen, bacteria, viruses, pet dander, mold spores, positive ions, and more. Right… [read]

How To Prevent and Treat Vaginal Infections Naturally

June 27, 2016 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: May 14, 2017

You squirm in your chair as you feel that itch, along with an annoying, burning sensation. Oh no, not again… Experience has taught you it will quickly get worse. What Causes Vaginal and Vulvar Irritation and Infections? Why does this… [read]

Wicked Energy Bars Review

June 22, 2016 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: June 22, 2016

There are very few packaged, process foods that I will eat. I’m not one to frequent the “health food” section where all the snack foods without HFCS are shelved. You’ll find me in the produce section. That’s after I’ve been… [read]

How Bacteria Is Evolving – Should We Be Worried? (the answer is yes!)

June 22, 2016 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: June 22, 2016

Ah, bacteria, the original cockroach. No matter what you use to try and annihilate it, it keeps coming back, stronger than before. Strains of bacteria like listeria, campylobacter, and salmonella caused food poisoning affecting one in six people in the… [read]