Last year I wrote about the health risks of using high heat when grilling. New reports tell us that our skin may absorb toxins from the grill fumes. The aroma from grilling meats on high heat can produce cancer-causing compounds called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). In a report on the National Cancer Institute’s website explains […]
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a consumer warning that acrylamide is a cancer causing chemical. In Los Angeles County (California) a judge for the Superior Court ruled that coffee must carry a cancer warning under Proposition 65 as the brew contains acrylamide, a known carcinogen and potential neurotoxin. Coffee isn’t the only substance […]
Stepping on the bathroom scale doesn’t tell you the what your real weight is! Scale weight alone is not a clear indicator of good health because it does not distinguish between pounds that come from body fat and those that come from lean body mass or muscle. Carrying too much fat is a condition called […]
Lack of movement throughout your life is just as bad as, if not worse than, the physical aging process on your body’s internal balance and health systems. Living a life without exercise or physical activity can be dangerous! In other words it will put the aging processes into a faster down hill slide then doing […]
If you are or ever have struggled with weight gain and not be able to eliminate it easily, your gut may be the problem. In recent years researchers have become increasingly convinced that the microbes that flourish our intestines have become the culprit. That research has led to the study of the billions and billions […]
There seems to be a trend where it is assumed that drinking high concentrations of hydrogen peroxide can be a health benefit. The University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter reports that high concentrations can cause serious internal damage. Despite claims, this acidic liquid won’t cure arthritis, cancer, or anything else. It won’t detoxify the body. […]
You may have heard the term. But do you know how important antioxidants play in our overall health? They have many benefits in supporting our health. All the brilliantly colored foods such as fruits and vegetables, contain antioxidants. They come from man-made or natural substances. They help to prevent or delay certain types of cell […]
MCT seems to be the buzz word in losing weight these days. MCT stands for medium-chain triglycerides. They are a type of fatty acid that is derived from coconut oil and palm oil. MCT is considered to be a super fuel for your cells, because it boosts fat burning and increases mental clarity. The amount […]
You probably have heard that you are what you eat! But, you are mostly all about what you drink! Water is the key ingredient. The best fluid is clear, pure, preferably filtered water! According to the National Institute of Health, about 60 percent of the average adult human body is made of water. This includes […]
It seems that between November 1st and January 2, many people get engulfed in holiday celebrations. Food is an important part of celebrations. Seasonal holidays are related to many special recipes. Many we just don’t have all year long. Many contain way too much sugar and saturated fat! A steady supply not only creates weight […]
