Food
We’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 More2021 ‘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 More2021 “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 MoreGFM A Favorite of our Customers
GFM (Gold, Frankincense, Myrrh) Advanced Formula is formulated with the World’s Most Bioactive Aloe and is specially made for Inflammation Response. And research suggests the ingredients in GFM Proprietary Blend supports Healthy: -Joint Comfort -Immune System -Bacteria and Virus Response -Blood Sugar Levels -Digestive Track -Respiratory Response -Antioxidant Level. -Provides 20 of the 22 required…
Read MoreCorporations Fighting Against GMO Labeling
According to Buycott — “On July 29, 2016, President Obama signed into law a bill that preempts Vermont’s GMO labeling law and substitutes a federal law that allows food companies to hide information about GMOs behind confusing QR barcodes. “The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) and its members, including Monsanto, spent nearly $400 million over the…
Read More8 Reasons GMOs are Bad for You
According to Organic Authority there are reasons to be concerned about GMO (genetically modified organism) foods. “Genetically engineered foods have not been proven to be safe, but the few studies conducted don’t look so hot. The organs of rats who ate genetically modified potatoes showed signs of chronic wasting, and female rates fed a diet…
Read More2020 ‘Clean 15’ List of Fruits & Vegetables
Once again, delish has published EWG’s list of 2020’s Clean 15. Here is the 2020 Clean 15: Avocados Sweet corn Pineapple Onions Papaya Sweet peas (frozen) Eggplants Asparagus Cauliflower Cantaloupes Broccoli Mushrooms Cabbage Honeydew melon Kiwi “Yes, the beloved avocado topped the list with fewer than two percent of samples showing any detectable pesticides. The…
Read More2020 Annual ‘Dirty Dozen’ List
According to delish Strawberries top the list of the ‘dirtiest’ fruit or vegetable in terms of pesticides, in 2020… Here is the 2020 Dirty Dozen: Strawberries Spinach Kale Nectarines Apples Grapes Peaches Cherries Pears Tomatoes Celery Potatoes The surprise this year, though was an entry…
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