Why Food Safety is Threatened by Government Shut Down
Our food safety system has enough leaks when operating at full speed. Take the latest Romaine lettuce scares, for example. Â Some people are really concerned about what is going to happen if the partial federal strike continues any longer. According to the Alliance for A Stronger FDA, a non-profit organization that has been challenging issues having to do with food...
The #1 Thing to Give Up in 2019: A Matter of Life or Death
The arrival of a new year often brings resolutions, intentions, and dreams of letting go of bad habits and adopting new and healthy habits. What’s on your list? If letting go of artificial sweeteners isn't, I suggest you make it a priority. People seeking a divorce from sugar often switch to low-calorie artificial sweeteners with good intentions of being kinder...
Cool Pepper Shaker Hack and Why You Should Eat More Pepper
I have to be honest, I never really put much thought into it...but this is really kind of cool. I came across this video the other day about how to make the most of the ridges on the bottom of your salt and pepper shakers. Have you ever tried to get a lot of pepper out at one time...
12 Things to Do Before January 1st
In the fervor of the holiday season, the New Year is often overlooked, and the turning of the calendar commences with little more than a late night party, a plethora of finger foods, and a seemingly impossible list of New Year’s resolutions. Rather than setting yourself up for failure, try accomplishing these simple tasks before the year ends to...
Congress Finally Frees Hemp From Jail: Big News For Farmers and CBD Industry
Thanks, Congress for passing the Farm Bill,  making hemp legal in America. Long ago outlawed and thrown in the Controlled Substance Act along with all forms of the cannabis plant, hemp has had the black label of a Schedule 1 drug since 1970. With the passing of the bill, however, CBD’s legal status is still a bit murky. Because the...
Merry Christmas from The Alternative Daily
As many of you gather today with family and friends, the staff at The Alternative Daily wants to wish you and your family peace, health, and happiness. We are grateful for all of our readers who have made our site possible. Thank you, and best wishes for a Christmas and holiday season that is overflowing with love and joy!
Do Your Canned Holiday Foods Include Dangerous Toxins?
Do you regularly consume canned food? While it is convenient and often cheap, canned food has its fair share of downsides which consumers should be aware of. These downsides are severe enough that we should consider the issue of saving a little over risking a lot. Eating canned food has become a habit for many people, living in our busy,...
Johnson & Johnson Exposed: Is This the Raw “UnPowdered” Truth?
Magnesium silicate is comprised of finely ground particles of stone. It originates in the ground and is a mined product, so it can be contaminated with other substances. In its raw state, talc contains asbestos. Asbestos is a known human carcinogen that causes cancer. According to the World Health Organization, there is no safe level of asbestos. While it is...
The Agave Nectar Scam: This Stuff is Worse Than High Fructose Corn Syrup
Do you find the world of sugar substitutes confusing? I don’t blame you - the waters can indeed be quite rocky. Making the decision to cut refined white sugar and high fructose corn syrup out of your diet is a great one - you just want to be sure that you don’t jump from the fire into the frying...
5 Cheeses for the Perfect Healthy Holiday Cheese Platter
Oh, for the love of cheese, it is just so darn good. But, is it good for us? That is a loaded question. There is cheese, and then there is cheese. Choosing the right cheese can make all the difference, and knowing how to spot an imposter will help you stay on track this holiday season when you put...
