The Alarming Findings: Tiny Plastic Particles Breach the Blood-Brain Barrier Introduction: In a recent study that has sent shockwaves through the scientific community, researchers have discovered that minuscule plastic particles have breached the blood-brain barrier, raising serious concerns about their potential health effects. Published in April 2023, this groundbreaking research has significant implications, particularly in …
Content sourced from US Congress report and Scientific Report Abstract Did you know many of the foods we eat today contain heavy metals? Heavy metals can be naturally found in soils around the world. But also chemicals used in growing fruits and vegetables can increase contamination levels. Chemical contamination of foods pose a significant risk …
If someone asked you what is the safest food to eat? BABY FOOD would probably be at the top of the list, right? Well unfortunately, definitely not… This might be disturbing, but as a parent it’s essential to know the truth regarding baby food products available from most major baby food manufacturers. The current state …
You may have heard: lead is repeatedly found in drinking water, certain species of fish are high in mercury, and worrying levels of arsenic have been found in rice, but you may not know why this is a problem or that these elements (Mercury, Cadmium, Lead and Arsenic), commonly known as “heavy metals”, can be …
Health and breastfeeding experts agree that it is best to wait until your baby is around six months old before offering solid foods. The American Academy of Pediatrics, the World Health Organization, and many other health organizations recommend that babies be exclusively breastfed (without grains, juices, or other foods) for the first 6 months of …
Allergic reactions to food generally occur within two hours of consuming the allergenic food, often just a few minutes. The more allergens that are ingested, the more likely the reaction. Therefore, it is important to slowly start introducing new foods. If first-time foods do not show an allergic reaction, continue to watch for second and …
We all want our children to grow up with healthy eating habits and it’s hard to imagine healthier foods than vegetables. Rich in complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, vegetables are a staple of wellness nutrition even for very young children. That is why vegetables are at the top of the list when we …
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