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GMO foods to avoid
What makes it a GMO? A GMO (genetically modified organism) is a plant, animal, or microorganism that has had its genetic material (DNA) changed using technology that generally involves the specific modification of DNA, including the transfer of specific DNA from one organism to another. Scientists often refer to this process as genetic engineering. – via […]
Continue readingBanned Foods to Avoid Eating
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. Many foods sold in the United States are already banned in other countries due to harmful additives, growth promoters, genetically engineered ingredients, or other dangerous practices. Are you eating any of these 10 foods that are already banned in other countries but are still allowed to […]
Continue readingYou Should Avoid Dairy Products
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020 Avoid dairy products – why? I grew up on a small farm in Ohio and would not have thought of questioning whether milk was good for me. I am sure many of us who are older grew up on small farms having a few cows for […]
Continue readingDo we need Dairy Milk?
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. Dairy Milk Dangers Are Real Do you have inflammation? Do you suffer from post-nasal drip cough and bouts of sinusitis? Perhaps it time to have an IgG blood test to help determine whether you have any inflammation in your system. Read the information below to reveal […]
Continue readingPublic Schools lost the Dairy Battle
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. Public schools lose again, why? You would think that the public schools would be able to get some of the best foods available because of the support of the government. However, this isn’t the case. Public schools lose because of the high level of support from […]
Continue readingTruth about olive oil myths
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. Myth 1- Olive oil is healthy for you! You are not alone here in your thoughts. Many people think olive oil is healthy. We read and see in the news all the time that olive oil is healthy, and we are told to use it in […]
Continue readingAll vegetable oils are harmful
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. All Vegetable Oils Are Harmful to Our Health Why do so many individuals perceive vegetable oils as being healthy? Maybe it is because they have the word “vegetable” in them and that makes them healthy in their mind. If vegetables are good for you to eat, […]
Continue readingHow to Avoid GMO Foods
Note: this post has been updated in June 2020. How to Avoid GMO foods on your grocery trip With the rise of GMO products on grocery shelves everywhere in America, it can feel like an overwhelming challenge to avoid feeding them to yourself and to your family. Although it feels that way because we can’t […]
Continue readingAvoiding GMOs and stay Healthy
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. History of GMO foods On July 8, 2016, by more than a 2-1 factor (63-30), the Senate voted to take away consumer rights regarding the labeling of foods made with genetically modified organisms (GMOs). On (07/29/16), away from the glare of publicity, President Obama signed into […]
Continue readingTop Toxins to be Avoided
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. What are toxins? Just the word alone sounds frightening and instantly causes us concern. According to the dictionary definition, a toxin is a poisonous substance that is the result of metabolic activities. Simply put, a toxin is something harmful to our bodies. The definition of a […]
Continue readingCan What You Eat Disrupt Hormones?
Note: this post has been updated in September 2020. Can What You Eat Disrupt Healthy Hormones? You want to be healthy and keep your hormones in balance so you are eating a whole food plant based diet with little processed food and trying to balance proteins, veggies and fruits, whole grains and healthy fats. Sounds […]
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