Altered Genes, Twisted TruthDame Jane Goodall, UN Messenger of Peace, leading world primatologist and environmentalist is the newest to add her voice to the outcry against the hazardous effects of biotechnology. Her 2015 global tour now includes an endorsement of the newest book on the topic, Altered Genes, Twisted Truth,...
Rising Incidence of Chronic DiseaseAccording to the Canadian Obesity Network, North American consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks and soda has "skyrocketed"in the last thirty years. In 2012, 1.9 million Canadians aged 12 or older reported that they had diabetes. Excessive sugar consumption has also been correlated with overweight and obesity. A...
As a lifestyle publicist and trendwatcher living between SoHo and Malibu I spend more time than you might think shopping my local hardware store and I’m not the only style- and health-conscious woman who is trying to be as green as possible perusing these shops for what I need. Health...
In a few weeks, there will be a mass exodus—we will hear the cheers and hosannas of tens of millions of children—as they race toward the exits, to waiting parents, bus drivers and crossing guards, at the end of the last day of school. Many of these boys and...
Your skin is under constant attack from the elements: sun, pollution, cigarette smoke, harsh weather, indoor/outdoor temperature shifts, external stress, you name it. Think of your skin as a delicate garment that protects your body. Don't take proper care of it, and it soon becomes old and unattractive. A...
If there is a misnomer that plagues our community – and by community, I mean our fellow enthusiasts of healthy living and sound nutrition – it is the belief that organic is a synonym for expensive. That it is a lifestyle label, a stamp or certification (or even a gold-embossed seal) reserved...
In the protein powder world, “blends” are trendy. Sadly, there are many misunderstandings about single source plant proteins being enough for the body, but studies have shown that single source may be the way to go. Protein blends make sense on many levels, from amino acid ratios to price,...
The foundation of eating well during pregnancy is to commit to a whole food-based diet. This means cutting down or eliminating as many processed foods as possible and concentrating on foods that are grown or raised naturally, without unnecessary added ingredients, hormones, antibiotics, pesticides or preservatives. Be aware of any...
The benefits of sleep are severely underestimated in our culture. Our day-to-day lives seem to inhibit it at every turn. Whether we lay awake with work stresses, kids crawling under our covers at all hours of the night or constantly taking our tablets and smart phones in the bed to...
An interview is a discussion between you and an employer to find out if you can do the job. It’s your chance to make a good impression. However, there are certain rules you should follow in interviews. What to do: · Dress smartly, look bright and attentive, and speak clearly...
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