Tag: FDA
Why the FDA Is Suppressing Kratom
Kratom received a hard slap on the hand recently to remind us all that those who sell kratom must play by the FDA’s confusing rules. A very careful reading of the press release announcing the raid, which took what the… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health
Grapefruit Calories, Carbs, and Nutrition Facts
Grapefruit calories, carbs, and nutrition facts abound and are quite plentiful. Studies suggest consuming this delightful fruit helps in lowering the risk of preventable diseases, like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, but there are some potential health risks to keep… 0 Shares | | Posted in Fitness Nutrition, Food, Health, Nutrition, Pharmaceuticals
Kratom’s Legal Future
Will kratom remain legal in the U.S.? Here are some speculative thoughts on the subject of kratom legality. Times have changed since the obvious failure of the marijuana prohibition. There are some new economic calculations that have come into play,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health, Herbal Medicine, Liberty, Politics & Government
Deadly Salmonella Outbreak Trial is Underway
A deadly salmonella outbreak trial is underway. Three people from the Peanut Corporation of America, were indicted in February 2013, on charges of causing the deadly salmonella outbreak that occurred in 2008 and 2009. Nine people died and 714 people… 0 Shares | | Posted in Crime, Food, Health, Health, News
Gluten-Free Labeling Standard Finally Mandatory
A gluten-free labeling standard on packaged foods in the United States took effect last week. This is good news for a myriad of consumers in the U.S., especially for an estimated 3 million Americans who have celiac disease. The U.S.… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, News
Pfizer lawsuits mount due to Lipitor side effects
Pfizer lawsuits mount due to Lipitor side effects as more women file claims against the gigantic pharmaceutical company. So far, close to 1,000 cases, representing over 4,000 women were filed against the huge drug manufacturer. The women allege that Pfizer… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health, Health, Medicine, News, Pharmaceuticals
Banned Food of Other Countries are FDA Approved
Banned food products of other countries are sometimes approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). American supermarket shelves are filled with food products the FDA claims are safe for consumption. However, other countries find the same foods unworthy… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health
Will Kratom Ride the Wave of Change in Medicine?
Will kratom benefit from the swirling tide of lawsuits that are building now against FDA-approved blockbuster pharmaceutical products? In view of Statin and Painkiller Lawsuits — Is the FDA Deciding to Change Sides? Maybe Nature Isn’t the Enemy Anymore… And… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health
Top Picks: Non-Toxic Personal and Household Products!
For several years now I have been writing about how toxic our worlds have become including our own households. It has been an adventure in label reading and research trying to find alternatives to the everyday grocery and department store… 0 Shares | | Posted in Chemicals, Environment, Fluoride, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Personal Care
