Winter is typically a refreshing time of year that many eagerly await. The colder temperatures, many places have beautiful blankets of snow over the landscape, seasonal festivities with family and friends, and the anticipation of a brand-new year right around the corner. Along with all of these great things, colds and the flu are also… Read More“
Why You Shouldn’t Rely on Herbal Supplements
It has been recently reported in the news that several brands of herbal supplements were found to contain none of the advertised herb. Many people have come to trust the stores that sell these products, notably GNC, Wal-Mart, Target, and Walgreens. It’s not that I think these retailers shouldn’t be in the supplement market. Instead… Read More“
It’s Important to Read Food Labels
If a food product has a label with multiple ingredients I recommend not eating it! It’s pretty much that simple. Processed foods are not whole foods. The longer the list of ingredients, the further you should stay away. These are some of the words that should trigger an alert: Artificial (anything!) High fructose corn syrup Artificial sweeteners… Read More“