Soybean oil is one of the most common oils that we fry our foods in. It turns out it is also the most dangerous. Soybean oil causes neurological and metabolic changes. Those changes have been linked to an increase in diabetes, obesity, Parkinson’s disease and even Alzheimer’s. Soybean Oil Changes Your Hypothalamus When soybean oil was fed to mice, it altered their hypothalamus. It blocked certain genes that are critical
I have been drinking almond milk for a few years now. I thought it was a better alternative to cow milk. But I have learned that the production of almonds is taking a huge toll on the environment, and now I have stopped drinking almond milk! Almonds: Nutrient Poor and Waste Water The first problem with almond milk is that most of the almonds are produced in California, which is
Soda Can Also Neutralize Skunk Odor! We’ve written about the perils of drinking soda before. And we hope that the majority of you aren’t drinking it. But if you are still drinking the occasional can or even mixing it with your adult beverages, you may want to reconsider. Here’s why. Soda is SUPER ACIDIC Coca-Cola is about a 2.5 on the pH scale. 7 is neutral. Since a pH scale
Every once in awhile a new water product or water machine will come out with a lot of hype. Right now, that product is hydrogen water. There are multi-level marketing companies that tout hydrogen water as the elixir of life or the fountain of youth. These companies claim that it can cure cancer, diabetes, reduce inflammation, and cure or improve a whole host of other ailments. But before you buy
Ionized Water Can Fight Winter Dehydration Portland, Oregon just had its first frost of the year and I’ve never seen so many unhappy faces. We just don’t like the cold very much here. But, winter is inevitable and it’s really important that, as the temperature drops, you stay hydrated with ionized water. It’s more important than you think. Here’s why. Sweat Evaporates Faster It may seem counter-intuitive but your sweat
In yet another example of distortion, manipulation and misinformation being used to attack water ionizers, Alice Callahan of the New York Times wrote an article titled, “Is Alkaline Water Really Better for You?” Alkaline Water is NOT Ionized Water! Ms. Callahan is correct in her assertion that, “despite the claims, there’s no evidence that water marketed as alkaline is better for your health than tap water.” Alkaline water made alkaline
There are many options when it comes to quenching our thirst. The more popular choices are usually sugary beverages that are full of caffeine like iced coffee or soda or iced tea. Because we often choose these options, many of us have lost our thirst for water. But reigniting your thirst for water is critical to your health. The problem with sugary caffeinated beverages is that they are addicting. Sugar
During the hot summer months it is common to want to spend less time in the kitchen and eat quick and easy meals. Many of us turn to sandwiches, but you may want to rethink that choice. The processed meat in your sandwich is a huge risk to your health. Lunch Meat = Risk of Cancer According to the World Health Organization, only 50 grams of processed meat a day
Many companies are still selling purified water. For your home, they sell reverse osmosis systems and distillers. At the store, they sell purified bottled water. They claim that it’s healthier for you. It’s not. Pure Water = Empty Water Purified is just a fancy name for empty. It is basically taking something and stripping everything from it. Try to imagine purified food. What would purified broccoli look like? Or purified
More Harm Than Good Do you take a multivitamin? Do you believe that it is improving your health? Do you think it will prevent diseases or enhance your body’s functioning? If you said yes, you are not alone. Millions of Americans swear by their daily multivitamin. What if we told you that you don’t need it and that it might be harming your health? Here’s why. We’re Not Lacking Vitamins
