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January 4, 2017 - Issue 3791


Sugar Scandal — Industry-Biased Study Questions Validity of Sugar Guidelines

Sugar Scandal — Industry-Biased Study Questions Validity of Sugar Guidelines

January 4, 2017

For over 40 years, this industry has been trying to convince you that their lies were truth by using industry-funded scientists to back them. Thankfully, the truth is emerging and gaining the attention of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans which for the first time ever is now recommending that you limit your daily intake, while another health organization recommends this age group limit their intake to none at all.

Sweden Implements Inventive Plan to Recycle Christmas Trees

biochar recycling

January 4, 2017

When this is added to your soil, your plants grow healthier; added to your pillows and mattresses, it absorbs perspiration and odors; added to poultry litter, it reduces smell. When added to construction material, it insulates buildings and absorbs electromagnetic radiation. Are you using it yet?

Oil Companies Fight to Keep Their Poison in Toys

phthalates in your children's toys

January 4, 2017

You likely give every consideration to your child's nutrition, safety and schooling. But, did you know there are items in your home that pose a significant health risk to both you and your children, and chemical companies are fighting hard to keep them in your everyday products? I'll give you strategies to avoid this hazard.