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Spring ‘Cleaning’
Spring is here and with that, for many, that means spring cleaning the house. EWG (Environmental Working Group) has a list of “Safer Sprayers” for Spring Cleaning, to help us sort through the vast array of cleaning products that we have on hand or need to restock. They’ve assembled a “quick and easy list of…
Read MoreParaquat – A toxic weed killer used in the U.S.
According to EWG (Environmental Working Group) – “Paraquat is banned in more than 60 countries, but millions of pounds of paraquat are sprayed in the US every year. Paraquat threatens the people who apply the chemical, those who work on farms, and others who live nearby. Paraquat is primarily used to clear fields before farmers…
Read MoreThe Health Benefits of Myrrh
According to HEALTHPREP: Myrrh has some exceptional health benefits: “Antioxidants are found in grapes, pomegranates, cocoa, and tea, among other substances and foods, including myrrh. The great thing about antioxidants is how they help the body reduce disease-causing oxidative stress. According to research, the antioxidant potential of myrrh is so high it may support healthy…
Read MoreTestimonial on GFM & Aloe Apex
Hear from one of Apex Health’s satisfied customers – Gail from California
Read MoreWe’re Having a Heatwave – The #1 Tip to Stay Healthy
Temperatures are hitting all time records on the West Coast of America, and there one thing you must do in summer heat: Stay Hydrated! It’s crucial! Consider it the #1 thing you should do. The above graphic from the National Weather Service includes more tips for staying healthy in the heat. And don’t forget to…
Read MoreGlyphosate/Gluten Connection
More and more evidence is coming out as to the problems with wheat gluten and sensitivities. This chart show the rise of Celiac incidence clearly increasing as Glyphosate has more and more been applied to wheat crops. Organic and ancient grains (Einkorn wheat) for instance has no Glyphosate, and not GMO’d (genetically modified) and no…
Read More‘Clean 15’ List of Fruits & Vegetables
Here is EWG’s list of 2021’s Clean 15. Avocados Sweet corn Pineapple Onions Papaya Sweet peas (frozen) Eggplant Asparagus Broccoli Cabbage Kiwi Cauliflower Mushrooms Honeydew melon Cantaloupes *A small amount of sweet corn, papaya and summer squash sold in the United States is produced from genetically modified seeds. Buy organic varieties of these crops if…
Read More“Dirty Dozen” List of Fruits & Vegetables
According to EWG, which publishes a “Dirty Dozen” list every year…here are the top 12 dirtiest fruits and vegetables for 2021 in order of dirtiest: Strawberries again top the list Spinach Kale, Collard & Mustard Greens Nectarines Apples Grapes Cherries Peaches Pears Bell & Hot Peppers Celery Tomatoes NOTE: A small amount of sweet corn,…
Read MoreBenefits of Aloe Vera & Aloe Apex
We Love Aloe discusses the benefits of aloe vera during cold and flu season:” “It’s time to beef up your cold and flu arsenal- the temperatures are dropping and we’re spending more time together in poorly ventilated spaces, sharing germs. Nutrition is key, and a diet rich in nutrients, micronutrients, and antioxidants maintains the body’s…
Read MoreNatural Antifungals
Doug Kaufman of Know the Cause lists natural antifungals on his blog, some of which are: Oregano “Oregano has been used as a spice for thousands of years, and has long been revered for its medicinal qualities. It is referred to as hyssop in the Bible. It is a staple flavor in a variety of…
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