Triclosan has been banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in certain products, after years of controversy surrounding its safety. While the chemical will no longer be present in a variety of soaps and body washes, it is still permitted in products ranging from toothpaste to sports helmets. Find out how to avoid…
Why I Replaced My Immersion Blender
When I read that chlorinated paraffins were released in some brands of immersion blenders, I began the search for a safer option. While I’m happy with my new one, I’m determined to rely on it less, while exploring ways to prepare food the old-fashioned way! Why I Replaced My Immersion Blender The Difference Between a…
How to Choose Safe Cookware
Safe cookware is foundational to a healthy kitchen. But how do I know which types are truly safe? How to Choose Safe Cookware From Teflon to stainless steel to cast iron—the choices can be confusing. Here is a brief overview of the three basic categories of cookware. Reactive Cookware This type of cookware is the…
Nanoparticles in Baby Formula
Have you heard of nanoparticles? Little is known about the long-term health effects of this man-made technology, and yet we’re putting them into all sorts of cosmetics and foods—including food for our most vulnerable population. What do you need to know about nanoparticles in baby formula? What is Nanotechnology? Nanoparticles are minute-sized engineered particles approximately one…
The Health Benefits of Fasting
Fasting has become my number one tool when it comes to my health. While fasting can be a single event, I have found it to be more of a journey. Learn more about the health benefits of fasting! Animals intuitively know to refrain from food when they are sick. But sometimes we miss the obvious—that…
10 Reasons NOT to Eat Healthier
Many of us are considering a dietary change, one with fewer processed, “boxed” foods. Others are contemplating going gluten-free. Perhaps chronic illness is a motivating factor. Or a child with behavioral issues. Or merely a general desire to eat healthier. All sorts of doubts creep in when we make a decision to change. Doubts that…
