(NaturalHealth365) At the beginning of 2018, the City Council of Portland, Maine decided in a unanimous vote (9-0) to restrict toxic pesticide use in favor of safer organic methods. The decision applies to all lands and yards in the city, both private and public. (Why can’t other cities do this?) It took two and a half years of intense discussion ... Read More »

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSS(NaturalHealth365) Our foods have been under attack by the biotech industry and its chemical products for decades. And, the negative effects are clear for us to see. Simply put, many of our food crops have dramatically lost their nutritional value … some agricultural experts would say by as ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) There is a scary plan – the first of its kind – to release genetically engineered (GE) moths into organic food crops in New York State.  Up to 10,000 GE male diamondback moths are to be released – EACH WEEK – during the next three to four month cabbage planting cycle. The plan is intended to control the spread ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) If you’ve ever seen organic milk advertised as containing DHA omega-3s, beware: it could contain a toxically produced oil derived from GMO corn syrup. The Horizon food company sells organic milk with “DHA Omega-3 Supports Brain Health” printed on the carton. It’s marketed as nutritionally enhanced, and the company charges a higher price for this addition. It certainly sounds ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) For people trying to live a healthy lifestyle, the phrase “organic salmon” has an appealing ring to it. Salmon is the darling of nutritionists and physicians, and for good reason – this cold-water fish is packed with high-quality protein, beneficial fatty acids and vitamins.  And, if it’s “organic,” as well?  (Sounds like a health bonanza!) Not so fast. It ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) As more and more consumers discover the nutritional benefits and peace of mind supplied by organically grown produce, the organic food industry is enjoying popular support (like never before) – and healthy profits. Perceiving this success as a threat, some agribusiness groups have gone on the offensive with a “smear campaign” over the use of pesticides. In addition to ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) In April of 2014, Academics Review released its organic marketing report – and proceeded to blast the organic foods industry. The report, which received extensive coverage by the mainstream media, accused the industry of creating false and misleading perceptions and indulging in intentionally deceptive marketing. (Wait, until you see what Monsanto is doing – keep reading) The report was ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Strawberries are a summertime favorite, prized for their sweet flavor. But research shows these berries may be delivering even more than meets the eye.  It’s worth noting that berries have been studied extensively for their potential cancer-fighting capabilities. Swedish researchers have found that extract from organic strawberries are particularly effective at stopping the growth of cancer cells. The organic ... Read More »

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSS(NaturalHealth365) Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine, said: “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Over two thousand years later, most doctors have clearly forgotten these words – thanks to the limited education received in medical school about how to ‘treat’ and ‘manage’ health problems ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) It’s convenient to head to your local grocery store when you want a nutty snack. Many companies offer roasted, salted, and sweetened varieties of our favorite nuts, like almonds and cashews. They have a great flavor and texture, but like most foods that come prepackaged, they aren’t the best for us. The problem with conventional nuts found in most ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Omega-3 fatty acids offer a panacea of health benefits, as do organic foods. But, something more exciting, there’s now evidence that organic milk and grass-fed meats contain as much as 50 percent more of the health-sustaining omega-3s you’ve been trying to get more of anyway. Omega-3s bring with them a range of positive effects, including improving immune function and ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Have you ever picked up a fresh coconut at your local grocery store and shaken it? If you have, you’ve probably heard liquid sloshing inside which is coconut water. Coconuts are different from any other fruit because they contain a large amount of water that have tons of health benefits. While coconuts have been around for tens of millions ... Read More »