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Plastic Particles and Contaminants Found in German Beer

Plastic particles were found in 24 varieties of German beer samples. A team of researchers published their findings in a recent edition of Food Additives and Contaminants. This study is part of a global investigation of plastic microfiber turning up… 0 Shares | | Posted in Environment, Food, Health, News

5 Reasons to Avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup

Few food additives have received as much negative attention as high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). And there are excellent reasons why this so. Read on to find out about 5 reasons why this sweetener should be avoided. Sugar Causes Obesity… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, News

Got Brain Fog? 3 Top Ways to Clear Your Head Naturally

Brain fog. It’s a commonly used phrase that sums up feelings of confusion, forgetfulness, and lack of focus and mental clarity. Basically you feel like you just can’t think, which can be very frustrating and even downright frightening. Everyone feels… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health, Mental Health

Sucralose vs Aspartame: Which is worse for you?

With more than one-third of adults and roughly 12.5 million children in the United States experiencing obesity, people are turning to low-calorie diets to manage weight. Cravings for sweets can be powerful. Many dieters turn to a low-calorie, high-intensity artificial… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, Lifestyle, News, Personal Care

Top 10 Reasons to Stop Using Splenda Right Now!

Still using Splenda as your sweetener of choice? It is the most versatile and widely used artificial sweetener. However, as is often the case, popularity of a product does not mean that it is safe. Over the years since Splenda’s… 0 Shares | | Posted in Chemicals, Food, Health, News, Nutrition

Advantame: The “Next Generation” Artificial Sweetener

You might think the world doesn’t need a more potent artificial sweetener, but the Ajinomoto Group disagrees. This Japanese company produces most of the world’s MSG and is also the major supplier of aspartame. It acquired its aspartame business from… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, News, Nutrition

Why you MUST read labels

Types of products that contain MSG In general… MSG can be used (and hidden) in processed foods, dietary supplements, cosmetics, personal care products, pharmaceuticals, and the food that is given to pets and other animals. It can be used in… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health

Kidney and Liver Cleansing Juice Recipe

Your kidneys and liver have a lot to endure these days. Food, water, and air aren’t as clean and chemical-free as they used to be and toxins are invading our bodies. With those high toxin levels your kidneys and liver… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness Nutrition, Food, Food, Health, Health, Holistic Medicine, Lifestyle, News, Nutrition, Recipes, Weight Loss

FDA Moves To Dismiss Suit Challenging Proposed GRAS Rule

by Long Island Attorney Paul A. Lauto, Esq.In 1997 the FDA implemented a proposed rule on generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additives.  This proposed rule eliminated the rigorous petition process previously required for new food additives and essentially green… 0 Shares | | Posted in Business, Food, Food, Health, Health, Liberty, News, Nutrition, Politics & Government

Shamrock Shakes! – Green No. 3 & More!

Millions of people flock to McDonalds every St. Patrick’s day for a Shamrock Shake. They are green, minty, festive, frosty and delicious. As this shake is so popular the franchise locations often run out of them. There are even web… 0 Shares | | Posted in Chemicals, Child Care, Food, Food, GMOs, Health, Health, Home, News, Nutrition, Personal Care, Weird