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Health News Tuesday!
Unhealthy Habits are What’s Killing Us
Opinion piece on why socialized medicine isn’t the solution to the problem.
Natural Exposure to Germs May Protect Kids from Infectious Disease as Adults
A new, longitudinal study shows that a “dirty”environment for children just may protect against future disease.
Baby Boomers are the First Generation to be Sicker than the Previous One
New research has found that Baby Boomers (now around age 60) tend to rely more on pharmaceuticals, require more assistance, and are more likely to be sick or overweight than their parents were at their age. An increase in sedentary lifestyle and the overuse of technology is blamed.
Natural Remedies for Candida Albicans
Suffering with repeated yeast infections? These treatments may help. (Please note I don’t advocate the low-fat diet suggestion.)
Hundreds of Chemicals Found in Newborns
Researchers tested the cord blood of 10 newborns and found BPA, rocket fuel, remnants of artificial fragrances (from perfumes and detergents), and more. These chemicals are known to cause cancer and disrupt growth and development, and can cross the placenta into unborn babies.
Organic Milk Linked to Lower Rates of Asthma, Allergies, and Eczema
Please be sure your organic milk is NOT ultra-pasteurized though!
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