When the World Trade Center towers fell, carcinogenic substances were sprayed across an 8 mile radius. Asbestos, lead, beryllium, mercury, dioxins, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and PCBs covered lower Manhattan. Over 17 years later, we are still seeing the effects of this terrible tragedy.
Today we’re going to dive into exactly what BPA is, where it’s found, and why it’s such a threat to you and your family's health. And most importantly, we’ll cover exactly how you can protect yourself from this calamitous compound.
Do a quick Google search or flip through some popular health magazines and you’re bound to find countless “detoxes” and “cleanses” claiming to do everything from help you lose weight to clearing up your skin. One type of protocol that garners significant attention is a “liver cleanse” or “liver detox.” While purging our bodies of…
I’m sure you’ve heard all about outdoor air pollution and how it can negatively affect your health, but did you know that the air you breathe inside your home can have similar effects? In fact, it can be even more toxic than stepping foot outside. And recent research is finding that polluted indoor air may…
What comes to mind when you hear the word histamine? If allergy-soothing over-the-counter antihistamine drugs like Benadryl pop into your head, chances are histamine hasn’t given you much trouble other than a few runny noses in the spring. But if you’re someone who’s struggled with things like severe allergies, histamine intolerance, mast cell activation syndrome…
TOXIC BEAUTY! Do You Know What's in Your Beauty Products? Recent studies have shown that we actually acquire more toxins through skin absorption and inhalation than we do through the foods that we eat. This makes our personal care products a big contender in our overall health and well-being. If you feel like you are…
Updated December 2024 Recent studies reveal a shocking truth: we acquire more toxins through skin absorption and inhalation than through the foods we eat. This places our personal care products as significant contributors to our overall health and well-being. If you’re eating healthy, taking the right supplements, but still struggling with low energy or lingering…
There’s no denying that we live in an increasingly toxic world. Nearly everything we come in contact with seems to be contaminated. And there's an endless number of harmful substances all around us. One of the toxic chemicals that’s been garnering more and more attention recently, are polychlorinated biphenyls – also known as PCB’s.
Maybe you’ve heard it in the news recently – glyphosate has been in a number of legal cases worldwide and there’s no sign of this trend slowing down. This is good news, since glyphosate (also known as Roundup) is a pesticide that has infiltrated every aspect of our water and food systems and is wreaking havoc on human health.
It seems like everywhere you turn there’s someone touting a secret cure-all that will relieve all your health woes. Whether it’s to turn back the hands of time, shed unwanted pounds, boost your energy levels, or heal from a chronic illness – everyone’s got some “magic concoction” to improve your health. As great as it…
