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The type of food you include in your regular diet contributes directly to your overall state of health. Food containing refined sugar, chemical preservatives, and that is overly processed offer little to no vitamins or protein that is necessary to a healthy diet. Maintaining a nutritious and balanced holistic diet …
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Read More »Mary Toscano Interview: Part Two – Good Fats, Lowfat Diet Myths, Better Food Choices
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On January 27th, 2009 it was reported by Reuters that a study detected mercury in about one half of the samples they tested. This study was published in the journal of Environmental health by Renee Dufault, who is a former Food and Drug Admin scientist. She and her colleagues were …
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Ah, summertime, that time of year is approaching when it’s time to lose that extra 10 pounds. Or perhaps summer has given way to fall, winter, or spring. Or perhaps the 20, 30, 40, or more pounds that appeared over the years. Which brings up the question: Is there a …
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