The 2017 Dirty Dozen: Strawberries, Spinach Top EWG’s List of Pesticides in Produce

WASHINGTON – Strawberries remain at the top of the Dirty Dozen™ list of the EWG Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™, with spinach jumping to second place in the annual ranking of conventionally grown produce with the most pesticide residues. EWG’s analysis of tests by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found that nearly 70 percent […] Read More...

Consuming toxic chemicals with our fast food? Chemicals of concern found in one third of fast food packaging tested

While enjoying fast food, many people feel some pangs of guilt at the calories and salt they are consuming. Today researchers are pointing to yet another possible cause for concern. In a paper published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters, scientists found fluorinated chemicals in about a third of take-out food packaging samples tested. Previous […] Read More...

Eating more fruits, vegetables boosts psychological well-being in just 2 weeks

Fruits and vegetables are a pivotal part of a healthful diet, but their benefits are not limited to physical health. New research finds that increasing fruit and vegetable consumption may improve psychological well-being in as little as 2 weeks. Study leader Dr. Tamlin Conner, of the Department of Psychology at the University of Otago in […] Read More...

One course of antibiotics disrupts gut microbiome for a year

A single course of antibiotics is strong enough to disrupt the normal makeup of microorganisms in the gut for up to a year, potentially leading to antibiotic resistance, says research published in mBio. Antibiotics are increasingly unable to fight bacteria as resistance develops. For 70 years, antimicrobial agents, known as antibiotics, have been successfully fighting […] Read More...

Study links nutrition to brain health and intelligence in older adults*

Published: Thursday 15 December 2016 A study of older adults links consumption of a pigment found in leafy greens to the preservation of “crystallized intelligence,” the ability to use the skills and knowledge one has acquired over a lifetime. The study is reported in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. Lutein (LOO-teen) is one of […] Read More...

Beef vs. bugs: Which is most nutritious?

As the importance of sustainability becomes clearer, the “bug or beef” debate is likely to grow in volume. If farming and fishing are not sustainable… Continue reading Read More...

Absolutely Everything You Need to Know About Coconut Oil from Whole Foods

Coconut oil is (still!) trending — and for good reason. It can be used in sautés, in cakes and cookies, or even in place of butter on your toast. But if you’re only using coconut oil in the kitchen, you’re missing out. It’s also an all-purpose beauty solution, a must-have for pets, and a total […] Read More...

8,000 Studies Support the Benefits of Curcumin

More than 8,000 studies now support the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers of curcumin. Curcumin, which gives turmeric its bright yellow color, is now recognized as the compound in the turmeric root that is responsible for its many impressive properties. Turmeric root has played an important role in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine for centuries. […] Read More...

Review of Dr. Perlmutter’s Brain Maker

David Perlmutter’s most recent offering, Brain Maker creates a scientifically compelling platform from which to pose fundamental questions regarding the origins of health, wellbeing and disease and how each is influenced by the bacteria living in the gut. Dr. Perlmutter’s review of this complex new research explores the consequences of inflammation created by an imbalanced […] Read More...

David Perlmutter, MD interviews Gerard Mullin, MD about the Importance of the Microbiome

Recently, Dr. David Perlmutter (author of Grain Brain and Brain Maker) interviewed Dr. Gerard Mullin, director of Integrative Gastroenterology Nutrition Services at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, and expert in the gut microbiome and gut health. The interview can be seen on YouTube. In this fascinating interview, Dr. Mullin elaborates upon the importance of a healthy […] Read More...

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