The health risks of antibacterial products

Triclosan is an ingredient added to many consumer products (antibacterial soap, toothpaste, body washes, etc.) to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination, however, it can also be found in clothing, kitchenware, toys, and furniture. At first glance, something that has the opportunity to reduce bacteria seems like a good idea to add to products for our […]

Raw Milk vs Pasteurized Milk

Health Ranger releases raw milk infographic comparing fresh raw dairy to pasteurized homogenized dead milk We are sharing this with you in support of the raw milk community and the education of dairy consumers.   Natural News released an infographic about organic raw (fresh) milk versus conventional (pasteurized) milk. This infographic, viewable below, reveals the […]

Home Cures

Acne Lemon juice will help clear acne and pimples. So will the pounded pulp of an orange (mixed with water) if applied to the affected area. How it works: Lemon juice and orange peel contain acids that cleanse, remove dead skin cells and promote healthy skin growth. Arthritis How it works: While the mechanism is not fully understood, apple cider vine­gar […]

Phthalates Linked To Asthma-Related Airway Inflammation

The Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health (CCCEH) states that children exposed to DEP and BBzP – two phthalate chemicals that are commonly used in personal care and plastic products, elevate the risk of asthma related airway inflammation. Researchers included 244 children aged 5 to 9 in the study.  All the children had detectable levels […]

Common Colds During Pregnancy May Lead to Asthma

According to a new study published in the February issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, the more common colds and viral infections a woman have during pregnancy, the higher the risk her baby will have asthma.  The study found that a mother’s infections and bacterial exposure during pregnancy affect the in utero environment. “In […]

Natural Relief For Asthma

  When asthma strikes the lungs become inflamed, the airways narrow the chest tightens, breathing becomes difficult or wheezy and a persistent cough may develop; particularly at night. Asthma can be triggered by allergies or have its onset from a stressful period in life such as infection or grief. Recent studies have shown that asthma […]

Common Colds During Pregnancy May Lead to Childhood Asthma

According to a new study published in the February issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, the more common colds and viral infections a woman have during pregnancy, the higher the risk her baby will have asthma.  The study found that a mother’s infections and bacterial exposure during pregnancy affect the in utero environment.   […]

Homeopathic Anti-viral

Viruses have been linked to a number of chronic illnesses.  In the case of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or Tourettes Syndrome, it was commonly believed to be brought on by stress. Due to some wonderful work by Sue Swedo, M.D., at the National Institute of Health, many cases were found to be the response of the […]