Although drinking water in the United States is treated with chemicals to kill bacteria and viruses, reaching complete sterilization of the water is impossible. Instead, the government sets safe limits for each virus and bacteria, meaning that an amount of contamination at or below the limit is unlikely to result…
Category: Blogs
Reversing Heart Disease- The Heart Studies of Dr Dean Ornish
Continue Reading
Reversing Heart Disease- The Heart Studies of Dr Dean Ornish
Dean Ornish is a medical doctor who advocates using nutrition to treat heart disease. He has published many books detailing his heart studies, including his 2008 book called The Spectrum. Ornish headed many studies, but I will highlight a few because I do not want to make the blog…
Energy Drinks- Are They Dangerous?
Continue Reading
Energy Drinks- Are They Dangerous?
There is a considerable amount of debate surrounding energy drinks. Many people believe that they are bad for you and even dangerous. But what about Coca-Cola, one of the first energy drinks ever created? As a matter of fact, there was controversy around Coca-Cola when it was first released back…
Water- How Much we Really Need and Health Benefits
Continue Reading
Water- How Much we Really Need and Health Benefits
Water. The most essential, yet overlooked, nutrient. Some people tout that water increases our metabolism, especially when it is cold water and our body has to spend energy warming it up. People believe that water helps with constipation. Some believe water “flushes” our body out and removes toxins. Some say…
Do Artificial Sweeteners Cause Diabetes, Cancer and Weight Gain?
Continue Reading
Do Artificial Sweeteners Cause Diabetes, Cancer and Weight Gain?
The first artificial sweetener was discovered over 100 years ago. It was first marketed as a sugar alternative for those with diabetes. Later, companies likely saw the potential for huge profits and started marketing these sweeteners as “calorie–free” alternatives to sugar to aid in weight loss and be and be…
