A new study from researchers at the University of South Carolina provides evidence that THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), a principal ingredient in marijuana, may be beneficial in treating those with autoimmune disorders. The study, published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, is the first to explore how…
Garlic may be bad for your breath, but it’s good for your baby, according to a new study from the University of British Columbia. The study, recently published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology, is the first to identify two compounds derived from garlic – diallyl…
by Dr. Richard Foxx Diabetes is not an easy disease to have. Unlike other health conditions that can go into remission or reduce in severity, diabetes doesn’t stop. It is a 24/7, 365 days a year health problem. This month, the American Diabetes Association is…
Natural Blaze Chemical banned by the US 3 decades ago hurts seniors’ cognitive performance Although PCBs have been banned in the United States since 1979, University of Montreal and CHU Sainte-Justine researcher Maryse Bouchard has found that higher levels of the toxin was associated with…
by Anna Hunt Have you ever considered the similarities between vaccinations and genetically modified foods (also referred to as GMOs)? Both of these ‘innovations’ illustrate clearly our human desire to fix what doesn’t necessarily need fixing, manipulate what doesn’t suit us, and take control over…
Continued increases in ADHD diagnoses and treatment with medication among US children A new study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (JAACAP) found that an estimated two million more children in the United States (U.S.) have been diagnosed…
by Dr. Victor Marchione Are you sensitive to gluten? Many people are finding that they are, and are looking for foods that can help ease their gluten sensitivity. For those with a gluten sensitivity, digestive problems are the norm. These gastrointestinal disturbances can include gas,…
by Dr. Victor Marchione Vegetable oils have been championed for their beneficial effects. These oils, such as canola, olive, or safflower, are said to be foods that lower cholesterol, helping to reduce the risk for heart disease. This is in contrast to saturated fats like…
by Dr. K.J. McLaughlin I think it’s safe to say we all want to live happy lives and experience happiness in its various forms on a daily basis. Of course, the concept of happiness can mean many different things to each person. Would you be…
by Tess Pennington Let’s face it, we have a finite amount of space in our homes to allot for our preparedness supplies. When you run out of room on the shelving systems, in the closet and under the beds, you have to start getting creative…
by Heather Callaghan Despite genetically modified corn comprising up to 90% of corn crops in the United States, non GMO hybrid corn (often called conventional) has managed to hang on. There appears to be a steady rising market for non-GMO corn. Spectrum Premium Non-GMO is…
by Sayer Ji A new study in Alzheimer’s disease (AD) patients using dietary supplementation with a unique saturated fat has confirmed earlier research that a non-drug based approach can stabilize and even improve a degenerative disease whose symptoms are usually managed with drugs and not…
by Tess Pennington When it starts getting cold, the chickens need a little extra T.L.C. to keep up egg production. Winterizing your coop can help keep the chickens happy, healthy and producing. How you winterize your coop depends on your geographic location. For instance, those…
by Dr. Richard Foxx Ozone therapy is a natural remedy that’s gaining popularity lately. It is the practice of using ozone gas to treat various health complaints. Ozone therapy is big in Europe, where many believe in the benefits of this unique therapy. Scientifically speaking,…
by Tess Pennington Our preps are our life line. The items we choose should be able to carry us, not only through difficult times, but perhaps through impossible times as well. There is a reason why our ancestors relied so heavily upon essential kitchen items…
By Dr. K.J. McLaughlin The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology have published new guidelines to reduce the risk of atherosclerotic heart disease in Americans by the treatment of high cholesterol, and they recommend giving more Americans statin drugs which are designed…
by Dr. Victor Marchione The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has a list of over 700 food additives that it deems to be safe. Why does the food industry need such an incredible array of additives to put in foods that you’re going to consume?…
by Sayer Ji A new study published in the journal Molecular Cancer has revealed a remarkable new mechanism behind how omega-3 fatty acids may combat the most fearsome disease known to humankind: multi-drug resistant cancer. Titled, “Omega 3 fatty acids chemosensitize multidrug resistant colon cancer…
By Mae Chan Wheatgrass and wheatgrass juice are excellent ways to get dark greens in the diet. Pound for pound, wheatgrass is more than twenty times denser in nutrients than other choice vegetables. Nutritionally, wheatgrass is a complete food that contains 98 of the 102…
Mapping a Road to Self-Sufficiency by Gaye Levy The number one question I am asked by new readers is “where do I start?” This is followed by a meek comment indicating “I have a job and a family and can not afford to move to…
