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Bisphenol A Exposure Dangerously High in US Workers, Study Warns

Bisphenol A Exposure Dangerously High in US Workers, Study Warns

Bisphenol A (BPA) risk of exposure and toxicity to humans has been an issue of extensive scientific debate for a number of years.  However, BPA work-related exposure information and studies are scarce. Nevertheless, this year, Oxford University Press published a… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health
5-Second Rule – New Study Disproves the Popular Belief

5-Second Rule – New Study Disproves the Popular Belief

The popular belief of the 5-second rule states that food dropped on the floor for less than five seconds is “safe” to eat, because bacteria needs time to transfer.  However, a recent study, suggests otherwise. Perhaps you’ve been faced with… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Health, Home, Lifestyle, News, Science, Science & Tech
New Study Provides First Evidence That Natural Essential Oils Counteract Inflammation Caused By Polluted Air

New Study Provides First Evidence That Natural Essential Oils Counteract Inflammation Caused By Polluted Air

Certain ingredients in essential oils made from plants could provide a natural treatment of liver and lung conditions caused by air pollution.  They may also help in counteracting inflammation. This recent study evaluated the value of using specific essential oil… 0 Shares | | Posted in Chemicals, Environment, Health, Health, Home, Medicine, Science, Science & Tech
Scientists Make the World’s First Discovery on the Cause of Many Types of Birth Defects

Scientists Make the World’s First Discovery on the Cause of Many Types of Birth Defects

For the first time in world history, scientists believe they have discovered a cause of many types of birth defects.  This recent groundbreaking discovery holds the key to understanding why many babies are born with defects of the heart, vertebrae,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Child Care, Environment, Health, Health, Home, Lifestyle, News, Science & Tech, World
Long-Term Artificial Light Exposure Disrupts Circadian Rhythms and Can Be Detrimental To Our Health, New Study Finds

Long-Term Artificial Light Exposure Disrupts Circadian Rhythms and Can Be Detrimental To Our Health, New Study Finds

Constant exposure to artificial light disrupts the human body clock and hormonal system.  A new study shows artificial light exposure for extended periods can also have other adverse effects on our health. Circadian rhythms — our internal body clocks —… 0 Shares | | Posted in Child Care, Environment, Health, Health, Home, Lifestyle, News, Personal Care, Science
Cut the Cheese for a Healthier Heart, Researchers Say

Cut the Cheese for a Healthier Heart, Researchers Say

Despite having a diet high in saturated fat and cholesterol, the French don’t seem to suffer from cardiovascular disease nearly as much as other countries. This “French Paradox” has baffled researchers for quite some time, and Danish scientists decided to… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health
New Study: Turmeric Compound Activates Regeneration of Brain Stem Cells

New Study: Turmeric Compound Activates Regeneration of Brain Stem Cells

A new study published September 26, 2014 in the Stem Cell Research & Therapy journal suggests that a component of turmeric, aromatic (ar-) turmerone, induces and increases neural stem cell proliferation. Turmeric has been found to have numerous health benefits… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Health, Herbal Medicine, Holistic Medicine, Medicine, Mental Health, News, Nutrition, Nutritional Medicine
High Animal Protein Intake Linked to Increased Cancer, Diabetes and Mortality

High Animal Protein Intake Linked to Increased Cancer, Diabetes and Mortality

The amount of protein we need to maintain optimal health has long been debated. The modern-day hunter gatherer Paleo people would perhaps suggest that a higher intake of animal protein is best. Conversely, the vegan, plant eaters would usually point… 0 Shares | | Posted in Health