Oregon Senator Renews Fight Against Monsanto Protection Act
Breaking news update on our previous article about the surreptitious passage of the Monsanto Protection Act last spring: despite huge opposition, this measure is now set for renewal as part of the House of Representatives spending bill. Officially named the Farmer Assurance Provision, the Monsanto Protection Act was originally passed by Congress andJeff signed by President Obama in March of...
Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder Naturally
As the days get shorter and colder across the Northern hemisphere, many people start to feel downright gloomy. The acronym for seasonal affective disorder, SAD, is extremely appropriate. This seasonal depression is said to affect between 6 and 10 percent of the population over the fall and winter months. It can cause everything from general sadness to severe depression,...
5 Raw Organic Snacks to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
While many people contest that the raw food movement is necessary for health, we recognize that eating food as close to its natural state as possible is very important. While you many not be ready to dive stomach first into the 'raw food movement’, these tasty raw organic snacks may change the way you feel about raw food. ENJOY! Sweet...
The Truth About Carbs
When it comes to carbs, many people are confused. Are they good? Are they bad? Should I go low carb, high carb, or even no carb? The truth is, all carbs are not the same and body chemistry is not a one size fits all. Fruits and vegetables contain mostly carbs, and you should be filling your diet with as...
7 Reasons to Meditate Every Day
The positive attributes that daily meditation can impart reach well beyond the timeframe that you are actually meditating. This ancient practice, especially when you practice the techniques frequently, can have lasting beneficial effects that resound throughout all aspects of your life. The following are seven reasons to incorporate meditation into your everyday routine: Start each day feeling refreshed and renewed Meditating for...
Feel Fabulous with A Fall Cleanse
Look outside your window and you will see nature getting ready for fall and winter. The squirrels are busy gathering food and building their winter abodes and the trees are shedding their leaves to save energy to accommodate the spring rejuvenation. Just as the natural world around us prepares in many way for the changing of the season, we...
Yes, You Do Have a Choice: Why Factory-Farmed Meat Should Not be on Your Table
Warning: This article is rather graphic for the purposes of education. We feel that the information presented below is necessary in order for consumers to make educated and healthy decisions regarding the meat they are eating. Head to head, butt to butt, they are raised in conditions so deplorable that most Americans would be sickened if they knew the...
Mixing up Your Workouts: Why it Matters
Most people like to do what they’re good at. And who wouldn’t? While it is true that performing the same movements leads to efficiency and ultimately better performance, there are a few reasons why it’s important to switch it up every now and then. Avoid Injury Think of how many times your feet hit the ground over the course of a...
The Silver that Fights Pathogens
Colloidal silver is made of silver atoms that are suspended in distilled ion-less water. The tiny particles are small enough that they can penetrate on a deep, cellular level, destroying pathogens of all types, such as viruses, bacteria, fungal spores and parasites. It’s been used since ancient times as an antimicrobial, both medicinally and for preserving foods and liquids. With...
Are Your Cells Rusty? Try Astaxanthin
Oxidative stress is caused by an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen and a biological system’s ability to easily repair the resulting damage. But what does this mean exactly? In all forms of life, a reducing environment can be found within the cells. This environment is preserved by enzymes that maintain their reduced state through a constant input of...
