Phthalates in Food: 7 Ways to Reduce Your Exposure
DrFrankLipman.com – Maia James You probably know that some plastic toys—like the now infamous rubber ducky—contain the hormone-disrupting, birth-defect-causing, probably-carcinogenic plasticizers known as phthalates. You may have even heard that this group of chemicals is also found in the fragrance of your favorite personal care products. Most of my clients are surprised to learn, though, […]
Top 4 Unhealthy Drinks
It’s important to understand dangerous habits we have, especially those we do on a consistent and daily basis. As long as we refuse to let go, or find healthier alternatives, we continue to leave the toxic tap running into our body while we do very little to get those toxins out. In that vein, let’s […]
14 Vegan Cheeses That Will Make You Forget About the Real Thing
1. Baked Almond Feta Yum! This perfectly creamy-meets-crumbly treat can be extra posh when served with olive oil and herbs. Get the full recipe at Maple Spice. 2. Roasted Garlic and Sun Dried Tomato Vegan Cheese Rawmazing’s perfect appetizer uses a cashew base. Snag the recipe here. 3. Almond-Covered Cheddar Cheese Ball There are a […]
8 Most Common Food Allergies and the Foods to Avoid
Food allergies are common, especially among children, and they range in severity. So if something feels off, it may be more than a mood swing. Perhaps what you are eating is contributing to your low energy levels, persistent stomach pain or a recurring rash. Here are 8 foods to avoid if you think you may […]
Organic Milk Really is Better for you than Regular Milk
Whole milk from organic dairies contains far more of some of the fatty acids that contribute to a healthy heart than conventional milk, scientists are reporting. The finding, published Monday in the journal PLOS One, is the most clear-cut instance of an organic food’s offering a nutritional advantage over its conventional counterpart. Studies looking at […]
What to Eat When You’re Broke
The lower your income is, the more difficult it is to be particular about what you feed your family. This probably isn’t an earth-shattering revelation to anyone, but if you feel like experimenting, try to buy a week’s worth of healthy food for a family on a budget of, say, $50-75. Food manufacturers that target […]
The Sour Facts About Milk: What Every Parent Needs To Know
Over the past 40 years, the dairy industry has poured billions of dollars into advertising campaigns designed to mesmerize, lure, and frighten individuals into consuming their products. Their frosted fingers have steadily tightened their steely grip of influence over educational institutions, retirement homes, hospitals, and doctor’s offices; permeating magazines, books, journals, and commercials with biased […]
Top 10 Inflammatory Foods to Avoid
Stay clear of these inflammation-causing foods to instantly upgrade your health. According to statistics from the World Health Organization, about 12.9 million people worldwide died from some form of cardiovascular disease in 2004. Each year, the World Cancer Research Fund estimates that some eight million people died from cancer. Heart disease and cancer, the deadly […]
