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When most people think of solar, they think “green energy.” But are we poisoning the earth with these panels? The research opens a debate of whether the push for solar energy is creating more environmental harm than the use of fossil fuels...

Over the last century, health professionals have encouraged us to consume oils from vegetables instead of animals as a general rule for heart health. However some vegetable oils can actually cause big health issues. So, which vegetable oils are good, and which are bad for your health?

New research now reveals a link between consuming processed foods and cognitive decline. The foods we eat affect our brain function. In order to think healthy, we need to eat healthily. So, what foods should you avoid to protect your brain? 

A recent study has found a connection between the blood concentration of PFAS in middle aged women and the likelihood of developing high blood pressure. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, these chemicals are in practically everything and next to impossible to avoid.

While routine procedures like a blood transfusion are often assumed to be safe, there is always a risk of complications. These can range from mild to severe. They may include both immediate acute symptoms and slow to develop long-term diseases.

Used to freshen breath and curb bad habits, chewing gum seems fairly harmless. Would you be surprised to learn that your favorite peppermint or spearmint gum is made of plastic?

If you value good health, you may want to rethink your next pair of jeans. Though denim seems like a simple casual fashion choice, easy to pair with a range of colors and patterns, there is a darker side hiding beneath the surface.

Meant to reduce waste and increase sustainability, Food Upcycling is now being used with less virtuous motives. The result is a reduction in food quality and safety that is making some consumers a bit weary. That's because upcycled foods contain ingredients that would normally be considered unmarketable and unconsumable. 

An Intuitive Reading puts you back in touch with innate wisdom. When you are in tune with your energic and physical bodies, you relearn how to listen more closely. What is your Self asking for? What deficiencies have developed? What wounds have yet to heal? 

A new GMO Food Labeling Law is now in effect. It is supposed to make it easier for you to avoid foods containing genetically modified organisms. But will it? Many experts are saying the law will only create more confusion. Learn their biggest concerns.

Hormone-disrupting phthalates may be found in nearly every household—they are in everything from disposable plastics to personal care products. Studies now show that this group of chemicals is endangering human reproduction and development.  In this blog, learn the dangers and how to protect yourself and future generations.

Are you getting enough sleep? Sleep is essential for your body and your brain, and not getting enough is a serious problem. The side effects of sleep deprivation can affect everything.