For years, margarine has had a reputation as a healthy butter substitute. Margarine companies have done an incredible job of marketing it as a health food. Originally made from animal fat, it was replaced by chemists with other unnatural substances and turned it into a hardened stick that would look similar to butter. In fact,…
Fabric Softener is the #1 Cause of Indoor Air Pollution Linked to Pancreatic Cancer and Central Nervous System Disorders
You should ask yourself, are Soft Clothes Really Worth the Health Dangers from Fabric Softener? Did you know that using fabric softeners has been linked to headache, and severe organ and central nervous system damage, and even cancer. Since fabric softeners stay in your clothing for a long time, the toxic chemicals are slowly being…
Rollie Pollies Remove Heavy Metals from Soil, Improve Growing Conditions and Expedite Composting
We can all agree that rollie pollies are cute in some odd way. Known for their ability to roll up into a ball when feel threatened, rollie pollies are unique creatures. Though we refer to them as bugs, rollie pollies are actually a crustacean and are related to crabs.
Fasting For Just A Day Can Regenerate Your Stem Cells
Fasting is a willing abstinence or reduction from food, drink, or both, for a period of time. Fasting puts your body into repair mode at the cellular level and it can restore normal hormonal function. A 2014 study done in animals have shown fasting improves health: blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation. These results suggest intermittent fasting can improve health and…
Watermelon effectively hydrates, detoxifies, and cleanses the entire body
Who would have thought that watermelon is so nutritious? Most people think that watermelon is just mostly water with no nutritional value. However, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, watermelon has the most nutrition per calorie.
Warning: Do Not Let Anyone You Love Near a McDonalds
Are you still eating at McDonald’s? You won’t after realizing what you are really feeding your body – all the artificial and synthetic ingredients that are dangerous to us and our children’s health.
You should be growing these sprouts today – your body will thank you later
Have you ever eaten broccoli sprouts or even heard of them? Did you know that broccoli sprouts are the world’s healthiest foods and are up to 100 times higher in cancer fighting compounds than the actual mature broccoli? Broccoli sprouts are the most rich source of sulforaphane, one of the cancer-fighting compounds in adult broccoli.
Early Signs that Breast Cancer is Growing in Your Body
It is estimated that one in eight women, or around 12%, will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. But did you know that approximately 85% of breast cancers appear in women who have no family history of breast cancer. These happen not because of inherited mutations but rather to genetic mutations that occur…
Do not buy strawberries that look like this
Few other foods spell summertime like strawberries. Since Roman times (there is evidence the strawberry was grown by South American cultures well before this) the strawberry has been a favorite fruit of many. The sweet taste and ruby red color make them a delicious and beautiful addition to any plate.
Cucamelons: The Most Exciting Fruit You Can Grow This Year
Have you heard of the cutest little fruit called cucamelon? It looks like a tiny watermelon and tastes like limes. It’s probably one the most unique fruits you can find. And best of all – it’s full of incredible health benefits. In fact, cucamelons have been eaten in Mexico for centuries. They are also known…