Tag Archives: Health

Aspartame – Yay or Nay?

Aspartame, also known as Tropicana Slim, Equal, NutraSweet and Canderel, is a sugar substitute that has received many opposing reviews. Here is some of the information on it for you to make your own decision. Aspartame is made from two amino acids and methanol (or wood alcohol). Too much methanol (approximately 8 grams) is poisonous [...]

The Soy Debate

There are many people who tout the benefits of soy while plenty of others bash it as being dangerous. Lets examine both sides a bit and make our own educated decision. Soybeans contain all the amino acids that are needed by the human body. These must be obtained through food and supplements, as the body [...]

Chlorophyll for Life!

Many of us have heard that chlorophyll is good for us but don’t really know why. What is chlorophyll and why is it good for us? Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in plants and algae and is the vital ingredient for photosynthesis (the process that plants use to obtain energy from sunlight). Chlorophyll is [...]

Microwaves…Beware! #2

Microwave safety risks – In addition to previously mentioned health and safety risks, microwaves are not safe for heating a baby’s milk bottle, as the exterior of the bottle may feel cool to the touch while the milk or formula inside could be scorching hot. This is beside the fact that changes are made to [...]

Microwaves…Beware!

Microwaves are extremely popular in these times of high-paced life, as they heat food quickly when you’re on the go. However, not many people know the dangers of using a microwave to heat their food. Microwaves alter food in unnatural ways that human bodies can’t handle properly. Here’s how it breaks down. Microwave ovens use [...]