Skin cells possess an olfactory receptor for sandalwood scent, as researchers at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum have discovered. Their data indicate that the cell proliferation increases and wound healing improves if those receptors are activated. This mechanism constitutes a possible starting point for new drugs and…
By Heather Callaghan Due to consumer demand and struggling local economies, some states are easing up on food sales with the introduction of “cottage food laws.” Although they are not without regulation, sometimes even more red tape, they are beginning to allow more food access…
Mice exposed to low doses of arsenic in drinking water, similar to what some people might consume, developed lung cancer, researchers at the National Institutes of Health have found. Arsenic levels in public drinking water cannot exceed 10 parts per billion (ppb), which is the…
According to folklore, the full moon affects human sleep. International researchers are trying to determine whether there is any truth to the belief. Studies by a team at Sahlgrenska Academy have found that people actually sleep 20 minutes less when the moon is full. A…
by Alicia Capilla (President of AAVP) AAVP, together with law firm Almodóvar & Jara, filed the first of a long series of lawsuits for damages caused by HPV vaccines. The complaint is filed in the High Court against health authorities and vaccine manufacturers. The process…
by Dr. David Juan When I think sickness, I usually don’t think of summer. Like me, most people classify colds, the sniffles, and viral infections as wintertime maladies that rarely appear in the summertime. Generally speaking, we tend be believe that warmth is akin to…
by Dr. K.J. McLaughlin I always like to provide the most recent evidence regarding how you can improve your own health status. Health tips that involve small changes are usually a great place for you to start to become a healthier person. In my opinion,…
By Heather Callaghan As demand for fresh raw milk from grass-fed cows rises, so do the calls for scrutiny. Believe me when I say that governmental sights are set on all dairy producers as grounds for the next potential terrorist threat – more on that…
by Norma Erickson As a result of continued investigations regarding clinical trials involving HPV vaccines in India, more allegations of unethical conduct have been lodged against Merck. These allegations pertain to Merck’s recent trials of the new V503 HPV vaccine, a proposed nine valent HPV…
by Dr. David Juan Did you know that just saying certain words more often throughout the day can actually have an effect on your mood? And we have all heard how much of an impact a positive or negative mood can have on our health,…
by Dr. Victor Marchione When’s the last time you bought a watermelon in the winter? I know I can’t answer that question, but I’ll tell you what: ever since summer hit, it’s been a regular part of my diet. There are some foods that just…
Bayer CropScience has launched a new soy product range. The corporation has started selling glyphosate and glufosinate resistant GMO soy seed under the brand name Credenz. Other varieties which have added resistance against so called HPPD herbicides are to follow at a later date. Dirk…
by Arjun Walia We live in a world where disease is constantly on the rise. This should come as no surprise as the environment we choose to surround ourselves with is extremely toxic i.e. our food, air, water etc. One great example is bleach, it’s…
by Denitsa It is great that many people are beginning to eat healthier – it’s better for society, the environment and everyone. However, as with anything new, it is easy to make mistakes when you are just starting out. Here are 5 common mistakes and…
By Heather Callaghan Who would have thought that hydration could be as personal as food preferences? At least if you venture online about the subject. Frankly, it’s been input overload for me. For instance, a lot of people are yelling about over-hydration and possible death….
by Natural Blaze New Law Reaffirms the Right to Farm and Grants Freedom from Government Overreach In 2012, Virginia officials of Fauquier County threatened Martha Boneta with $15,000 per-day fines for hosting a birthday party for eight 10-year-old girls without a permit, and for advertising…
by Tony Cartalucci RT’s article, “Vaccines don’t cause autism, complications extremely rare – study,” states that: There is no evidence that immunizing vaccinations cause autism while any complications arising from their administration to children are extremely rare, new analysis comprised of 67 research studies has…
Mindfulness meditation has become an increasingly popular way for people to improve their mental and physical health, yet most research supporting its benefits has focused on lengthy, weeks-long training programs. New research from Carnegie Mellon University is the first to show that brief mindfulness meditation…
by Dr. David Juan Are you finding that the drugs touted by big pharma and prescribed by most doctors aren’t helping your painful rheumatoid arthritis? You’re not alone. And what other options are there, really? It’s a tough pain to treat. But wait…there’s some news…
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Agroecology, Chaired by the Countess of Mar, met in the Houses of Parliament in London on June 18, to discuss the possible harm caused by the world’s most popular herbicide – Roundup. In what was one of the most…
