Pharma Boss Infamous for HIV Drug Price Hike Arrested
Remember the pharma boss who hiked the price of an HIV drug up by 5,000 percent? Well, it turns out, karma sucks for bad people. The FBI arrested him Thursday for — get this — a “trifecta of lies, deceit and greed.” It just sounds like justice to us. The Securities and Exchange Commission filed a complaint with the Eastern...
Big Food Companies Continue Fighting GMO Labels
The battle over GMO labeling isn’t over yet, folks. As the year wraps up and Congress decides on a spending bill that could disrupt aims to require GMO labels, food companies are doing their best to make sure GMO labels stay off their products. Despite the fact that nine out of 10 Americans want GMOs to be labeled, “Big Food”...
New Study Suggests CO₂ Rates in Our Oceans Are Higher Than Expected
As world leaders converge in Paris for the 2015 United Nations Climate Summit, one of the subjects no doubt on the minds of many attendees is the effect of carbon dioxide (CO₂) on our oceans. A new study from Johns Hopkins University shows that we should all be concerned with rising levels of CO₂ — they may affect the...
Keep Your Cholesterol in Check and Hydrate Your Skin with This Seasonal Fruit
Get ready to make pomegranate part of your regular routine! This gorgeous bejeweled fruit is a powerhouse of nutrients that are important for natural health and beauty. Here is a list of creative ways to make use of the juice, flesh, seeds and even the skin, so you can take full advantage of the benefits of pomegranate. How to use...
Vitamin C: A Replacement for Exercise?
Vitamin C is the most popular vitamin. It has received the attention of millions for over 50 years. There is no doubt that vitamin C is incredibly important for the immune system, preventing illnesses and even speeding the healing of wounds. A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Colorado at Boulder have found that vitamin C...
4 Reasons Why Your Head Is Hurting
Headaches are common ailments. Typical treatment involves taking over-the-counter pain relievers, but it turns out, this is not the best cure. If you can identify the cause of your headaches and address them from the inside out, you can choose the best treatment and then prevent them from occurring in the first place. Try these natural remedies the next...
5 Reasons the Electoral College Is Bad for Our Country
We often talk about how one voice can change the world, but this simply isn’t the case when it comes to the presidential election. Every four years, we take to the polls to elect a president, but what many people may not know is not all votes are equal in the Electoral College. Simply put, our country operates on...
Exposed: Pharmaceutical Companies Spend Over 18 Billion Annually on Gifts to Doctors
I worked in a busy family physician's office about 18 years or so ago and was astounded by how many drug reps came in and out of the office loaded up with gifts like Santa. Cookies, candy, pads of paper, water bottles, hats, t-shirts, pens, flashlights, keychains, magnets and more… oh so much more! What I remember most was how...
Yummy Holiday Side Dishes to Suit Everyone!
Stuffing, gravy and green bean casserole are all comfort foods found on most holiday tables. Yet when served with a side of gluten, they may not be so “comfortable.” If you’re looking for side dishes with a healthy twist, look no further. These holiday favorites are gluten-free — and some are dairy-free for lactose-sensitive individuals. Enjoy! —The Alternative Daily
The Truth about Gluten-Free Oats: What You Need to Know
Oatmeal is a staple breakfast food for many across the country. In fact, it has been the number one breakfast food for a long time — about 130 years. Oats first became a mainstream part of American food culture when Quaker started its manufacturing process in 1850! However, before you dive into a bowl of gluten-free oats or regular...
