If you have high levels of the chemical bisphenol-A (BPA) in your urine, you may be at an increased risk of heart disease, according to new data from a long-running British health survey. People who developed heart disease also tended to have higher urinary concentrations of BPA, a somber finding that, while not proof that [...]
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9 Dec
Passionate About Pears ~ Natural Wonders
Pears are the wonder fruit. Who knew that pears had so much to offer? The world’s oldest oldest cultivated plant offers a variety of health benefits and is delicious and beautiful to boot! Calms Digestion The pectin and fiber in pears can help stop diarrhea and the cooling tannins can calm an irritated digestive tract. [...]
6 Oct
New Berry in Town – Lingonberry the Disease Fighter
The benefits of the berry are starting to seem endless. Blueberries have been shown to be helpful with protecting blood vessels in diabetics. Cranberries have been used for years to effectively treat urinary tract infections. And raspberries have eye-protective antioxidants called lutein. Eating berries in general may also help ward off certain types of cancers. [...]
1 Oct
Breast Cancer Awareness For Our Four Legged Friends
While breast cancer awareness month for people has just kicked off this month, it’s important to realize that we humans aren’t the only ones affected by the disease. Here are some great facts about breast cancer in dogs and cats. BREAST CANCER IN PETS FACT SHEET Many people don’t realize that pets can also suffer [...]
