Story at-a-glance Cows naturally convert plant materials into nutrient-dense milk through their rumen, which contains microorganisms that transform unsaturated fats into stable, saturated fats through a process called biohydrogenation The dairy industry has developed “rumen protected fats” that bypass the cow’s natural digestive processes, allowing…
Story at-a-glance Thyroid health is intricately linked to iodine intake, genetics and overall metabolic balance, challenging the conventional “empty tank” model of treatment Autoimmune thyroid disease has a unique mechanism distinct from other autoimmune conditions, primarily driven by your body’s reaction to iodine Accurate thyroid…
Story at-a-glance High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is not chemically identical to table sugar. While table sugar is a bonded disaccharide of fructose and glucose, HFCS contains these sugars separately as unbound monosaccharides, leading to different metabolic effects in the body When consumed, HFCS’s fructose component…
Story at-a-glance Research shows that circadian rhythm influences immune system function, with macrophages being more active during morning hours when you’re likely to encounter environmental challenges like injuries or infections Light exposure significantly impacts circadian rhythm. Morning sunlight exposure promotes wakefulness, while nighttime artificial light…
Story at-a-glance Gut bacteria play a role in regulating stress hormones and circadian rhythms, with specific bacteria like Lactobacillus reuteri peaking at certain times to help maintain proper stress responses When gut bacteria are depleted or imbalanced, it disrupts brain regions involved in emotional control…
By Dr. Faith Coleman Most people know by now that microplastics are building up in our environment and within our bodies. However, according to Dr. Leonarde Transande, director of environmental pediatrics at NYU School of Medicine, there are ways to reduce the influx of plastics…
By StudyFinds A simple yogurt supplement could help protect people from the hidden dangers lurking in everyday household items. A groundbreaking study from the University of California-Riverside is offering hope for those worried about our exposure to pervasive fire-retardant chemicals. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs,…
Authored by Rachel Ann T. Melegrito via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge) A low-sugar diet in utero and within the first two years of life can meaningfully reduce the risk of chronic diseases in adulthood, a new study finds. Researchers determined that a low-sugar diet…
By Margie King, Health Coach You may know microgreens as the delicate, colorful garnish on your overpriced and undersized meal at an upscale restaurant. Yes, they’re visually appealing but aren’t they pointless decoration? Some aficionados have claimed superfood status for these tiny edible greens produced…
Authored by Huey Freeman via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge), A new study found for the first time that common skin care products used by young children may increase their exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals. The results may help guide parents to limit their children’s exposure to toxins that…
Authored by Flora Zhao via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), On her first day after moving from Australia to the United States, Elizabeth Dunford walked into a supermarket to buy bread. As a researcher of food additives, she instinctively glanced at the ingredients label. “Why…
By Antony Sammeroff Over the last few decades, farming has changed dramatically. Human labor has mostly been replaced by machinery, and few farms still raise more than one type of animal. Factory-farms, where animals are raised in tight spaces, given drugs, injected with hormones, and…
By Study Finds It might be time to ditch plastic containers and zip lock bags to store your food. New research finds that those everyday food packaging materials are leaching a cocktail of potentially harmful chemicals right into your food. In fact, researchers in Norway…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Huge companies like Pepsi, Nestlé, and Coca-Cola sell billions of units of Reverse Osmosis purified tap water each year, the inevitable consequence of which is the littering of our planet with plastic that will pollute the environment for hundreds of years….
By GreenMedInfo Over 5 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Another 10,000,000 suffer with severe dementia and Parkinson’s. Even more struggle with age-related mild cognitive impairment. Here are 7 natural ways to defend your brain. Alzheimer’s disease affects about 5.3 million Americans. It’s the leading…
By Study Finds Key Findings: Tea and processed meats show the highest levels of contamination “Forever chemicals” on countless household items can leach into your food and drinks Researchers say home-cooked meals may prevent contamination That cup of tea you’re sipping or the sliced turkey…
By Amanda Froelich Welcome to Life in Bloom Nutrition’s exploration of the gut-brain axis, a fascinating frontier in our understanding of how digestive health profoundly impacts mental wellness. We’re also excited to introduce “Happy Juice,” a breakthrough product from Amare that optimally harnesses the power…
Authored by Naveen Athrappully via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Many of the foods consumed by Americans are contaminated with harmful plastic chemicals that contribute to health complications like diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, and infertility, said a recent report by the nonprofit group Consumer Reports (CR)….
By Study Finds Mothers-to-be may want to add a little extra EVOO to their meals. A recent study finds consuming extra virgin olive oil during pregnancy boosts the quality of breast milk. The popular dressing and cooking ingredient is rich in omega 3 and omega…
By Sayer Ji Millions die every year from cancer. Millions more from heart disease. Simultaneously, prescription drug use has never been higher. Why are we making no progress in this polypharmaceutical “war against disease”? We may need to return to Mother Nature to find the…
