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December 4, 2018 - Issue 4495


BEWARE: New Plan to Censor Health Websites

BEWARE: New Plan to Censor Health Websites

December 4, 2018

These power brokers pull a new cat out of the bag, snatching the key to your health and freedom. This competition slayer solidifies Big Industry's grasp on your mind and wallet forever. What's more, they can do it with a simple check mark. Is their thumb on your neck?

Splenda Should Be Sued for False Advertising

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December 4, 2018

Manufacturers of the artificial sweetener sucralose (brand name Splenda) have long claimed that it neither metabolizes nor bioaccumulates in the human body. But recent studies have suggested otherwise, which is why a consumer group has asked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate.

Is the Chickenpox Vaccine Creating a Shingles Epidemic?

Is the Chickenpox Vaccine Creating a Shingles Epidemic?

December 4, 2018

Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, which lies dormant in your body and can resurface when you're older. Exposure to chickenpox virus may act as a natural immune booster, lowering shingles rates, but with the advent of the chickenpox vaccine, there is less chickenpox around to provide that natural immune boost.