For those who didn’t know, fluoride is not something you want in your water or your toothpaste!
Fluoride is linked with health problems including weakened bones, reduced thyroid activity, and possibly, bone cancer in boys, according to a recent report from a team of Harvard scientists, the US National Research Council and other recent studies. This site offers fluoride-free toothpaste (it’s the one I personally use).
To read more go to: http://fluoride-free.com/blog/?cat=3
In my opinion, this is a “must read” article on 10 things the food industry doesn’t want us to know. Half the things on the shelves or vending machines are simply not good for the body, and the more we avoid them the greater the protection we offer to ourselves and our children. Also, the food industry is more and more invested in modifying nature by incorporating additives to food that simply do not belong into our stomachs or that of our children.
http://health.msn.com/nutrition/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100220456&OCID=eml_msnnl_6005.11.2.11&REFCD=emmsnnl_6005.11.2.11
This article lists 12 chemicals we should avoid consuming through our personal care products, from antiperspirant to body lotions, perfumes and make-up. Check it out:
www.physorg.com/news148068491.html
According to article, “…Obese children may be damaging their thyroids, creating a vicious cycle of metabolism and overweight, Italian researchers reported on Wednesday.”
http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSTRE4B239L20081203?feedType=nl&feedName=ushealth1100
Anthropologist Helen Fisher explains the evolution, biochemical foundations and social importance of LOVE. She closes with a warning about the potential disaster inherent in antidepressant abuse.
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/helen_fisher_tells_us_why_we_love_cheat.html