Yet Another Reason To Avoid Soda

As if there could be any more reasons to avoid soda altogether, a recent study conducted by microbioligists from Hollins University discovered that 48% of the soda fountain machines at various restaurants they tested contained coliform bacteria.  Pretty gross, huh?  Hold on, that’s not even the bad part.  This bacteria is typically found in feces.  [...]

One of Americans’ Favorite Snacks Still Toxic

Federal health investigators deemed that butter flavoring used in microwave popcorn is still unsafe and toxic.  Back in 2004, a Missouri factory worker was awarded $20 million after developing a debilitating and irreversible lung condition, which required a lung transplant.  He apparently got this from inhaling toxic fumes from the oil used to make the [...]

Wellness Primer

If you’re new to the whole idea actually living a healthy lifestyle, it can be a daunting (and at times, seemingly impossible) undertaking.  Misinformation is ubiquitous, so consumers feel confused and powerless when it comes to their health.  You don’t have to feel confused and powerless though.  Information is the key and the first step [...]

BPA-Containing Baby Bottles Banned in Chi-town

According to NYTimes.com, Chicago has become the first U.S. city to outlaw baby bottles and sippy cups that contain bisphenol-A (BPA), which has been linked to diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular and liver disease (1).  This toxic chemical is used in the manufacturing of polycarbonate plastics (e.g. – bottles, containers), and can be leached into the liquid inside [...]