althealthworks--2020-12-13--The Official List of Organic Products Now Available at Aldi Grocery Stores

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Aldi is now the 9th largest grocery chain in the United States, with its sights set on far bigger goals and further expansion in the coming years.
The grocery store chain has drawn rave reviews from many shoppers in large part because of its growing interest in providing a wide selection organic and non-GMO foods to its customers, a stated mission on its website, Aldi.us.
While some alternative media reports have widely hinted that Aldi is attempting to become fully organic, these reports are not in fact true.
That being said, the growing grocery store chain has been increasing its organic and non-GMO options, offering everything from a wide variety of organic greens to unique creations like cauliflower crackers, organic frozen pizzas, organic hummus, organic spices and many more items.
The following is a list of organic products currently offered by Aldi grocery stores, which boasts more than 2,000 stores across 36 states, taken from the chain’s website as well as a recent report listing the full scope of the company’s newfound treasure trove of organic options:
Organic Dairy and Meat
Organic cage free large brown eggs
Organic 2% milk with DHA Omega-3
Organic grass-fed 2% milk
Organic Mexican or Mozzarella shredded cheese
Organic original soymilk
Organic string cheese
Organic vanilla soymilk
Organic whole milk
Organic whole milk yogurt plain or vanilla bean
Organic whole milk with DHA Omega-3
Organic whole milk plain yogurt
Organic whole milk vanilla yogurt
Organic Produce
Organic arugula & spinach mix
Organic mixed greens
Organic chopped kale
Organic spring mix
Organic baby spinach
Frozen Organic Foods
Organic cut green beans or mixed vegetables
Organic kids’ bites: spinach and kale, sweet potato or broccoli
Organic blueberries
Organic broccoli florets
Organic butternut squash or sweet potatoes
Organic chopped spinach
Organic strawberries
Organic sweet peas or corn
Organic three cheese or margherita pizza
Organic Meat and Seafood
Organic chicken breasts
Organic 100% grass fed 85/15 ground beef
Snacks
Blue corn organic tortilla chips
Organic multigrain tortilla chips
Organic yellow corn tortilla chips
Organic beef jerky assorted varieties
Organic popcorn
Organic white cheddar puffs
Organic fruit snacks
Breakfast and Cereals
Organic coconut and chia granola
Organic pumpkin and flax granola
Organic tropical mango passion granola cereal
Organic chocolate chip chewy granola bars
Organic oats and flax instant oatmeal
Organic maple spice instant oatmeal
Organic apple cinnamon instant oatmeal
Pantry Items
Organic extra virgin olive oil
Organic apple cider vinegar
Organic coconut oil
Organic ketchup
Organic creamy peanut butter
Organic light agave nectar
Organic wildflower honey
Organic aged balsamic vinaigrette
Organic Caesar dressing
Organic chipotle ranch dressing
Organic oil and vinegar dressing
Organic poppy seed dressing
Organic tomato basil pasta sauce
Organic hummus
Organic marinara pasta sauce
Organic thick and chunky hot salsa
Organic thick and chunky medium salsa
Organic thick and chunk mild salsa
Organic chicken or beef bone broth
Organic beef or vegetable broth
Organic low sodium chicken broth
Organic chicken broth
Organic tomato basil soup
Organic chicken noodle soup
Organic lentil soup
Organic ground cayenne spice
Organic ground cinnamon
Organic ground cumin
Organic garlic powder
Organic oregano leaves
Organic thyme leaves
Organic basil leaves
Organic cane sugar
Organic deluxe mac and cheese
Organic deluxe shells and cheese
Organic mac and cheese
Organic shells and white cheddar
Organic white rice
Organic spaghetti
Organic whole wheat spaghetti
Organic linguine
Organic stir-in paste (herbs like basil, etc.), assorted varieties
Organic sugar cane
Organic quinoa
Organic black beans
Organic diced tomatoes
Beverages
Organic whole bean coffee, Peru or Honduras
Organic 100% apple juice
Organic 100% juice antioxidant power or seven super fruits
Organic juice boxes apple or fruit punch
Deli
Mild or medium organic salsa
Additional Organic Items at Aldi
In addition to the above organic items sold at Aldi under the company’s signature ‘Simply Nature’ the following organic items may also be available at your local according to a recent post from UnexpectedlyDomestic.com:
Organic bananas
Organic peppers
Organic oranges
Organic grape tomatoes
Organic avocadoes
Organic baby carrots
Organic potatoes
Organic spring mix
Organic arugula
Organic baby kale
Bananas
Organic granola
Organic light agave nectar
Organic brown rice
Organic light brown sugar
Organic breads
Organic GT’s Kombucha drinks
For more information, check out the post from UnexpectedlyDomestic here, and be sure to let us know in the comments section below if we missed any other organic foods from Aldi that should be on this list.
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althealthworks--2020-12-15--Biden’s Surgeon General Once Warned That Loneliness and Isolation Could Be as Harmful as “Smoking 15

Biden’s Surgeon General Once Warned That Loneliness and Isolation Could Be as Harmful as “Smoking 15 Cigarettes Per Day”

When we think of health epidemics in the U.S. , we often think of obesity , depression , and chronic disease .
But there is one critical underlying health issue in all of these epidemics that we rarely talk about .
This issue is an epidemic of loneliness , one that has been highlighted more than ever before in this era of social distancing , masks and quarantines among the general population .
Former surgeon general Dr. Vivek Murthy , who was just nominated as presidential-elect Joe Biden ’ s pick for surgeon general , was appointed to the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2014 , three years after he served on the U.S. Presidential Advisory Council on Prevention , Health Promotion , and Integrative and Public Health .
In 2017 , he shared his conclusions about the state of the health of the American people , delivering a timeless and crucially important message about loneliness and isolation that as many people as possible would do well to hear in the era of social distancing and lockdown orders that seem endless .
Facts about Loneliness in the 21st Century It is to no one ’ s surprise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ grown more and more disconnected .
With the growing use of technology and social media , there are now more excuses than ever to not speak to people around us , at work , on the street , and even at social gatherings .
As Dr. Murthy pointed out in his Harvard Business Review report , people still come together in crisis and when tragedies strike .
But when life is going at its normal pace , we forget about one another .
With this social disconnect , the feeling of loneliness has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since the 1980s .
How many of us feel isolated from others ?
The American Association of Retired Persons ( AARP ) surveyed people over the age of 45 in 2010 and found out that at least 35 % were lonely , and almost half of these people felt lonely for over 6 years .
The percentage fell with age according to the AARP survey .
In the 70 and older age group , 25 % reported feeling lonely .
Meanwhile , the youngest group surveyed , 45-49 , felt the loneliest with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Besides age , income and marital status showed to have a significant effect .
Lower income was found to be correlated with loneliness .
Out of those who eared $ 25 thousand or less , 45 % reported feelings of loneliness , compared to 29 % of those who earn $ 75 thousand and beyond .
A significantly smaller amount of married people reported feeling lonely – about 29 % .
Meanwhile 49 % of people who were separated , 45 % of those divorced , and 51 % of those who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the AARP National Survey , the percentage of lonely adults fell when people : • Attended a religious service at least once a month • Saw their friends in person at least once a month Most of these activities have been completely halted by the coronavirus situation and government isolation mandates .
The survey also confirmed a big correlation between loneliness and health .
The group of people who reported to be in poor health , was the largest group who also reported feeling lonely ; 55 % of those who had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ November of this year , the loneliness crisis appeared to be worsening due to lockdowns , business and activity closures , and more , according to a study conducted by Viviana Horigian from the University of Miami in Coral Gables , Florida and her team .
The study found an “ alarming ” increase in loneliness since the arrival of COVID-19 : out of 1,008 people aged 18–35 , 80 % of participants reported “ significant depressive symptoms ” since the virus came to the United States .
Another April survey of over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found that loneliness had risen about 20 % by April .
In the United States , 28 % of people now live alone according to a 2019 poll shared by Time Magazine , which also found that people ages 18 to 51 were already battling an epidemic of loneliness : 65-79 % of respondents , respectively , reported that they considered themselves to be lonely in 2019 , compared to 38-50 % of those in the older generations .
Does loneliness cause poor health , or does poor heath cause loneliness ?
While @ @ @ @ @ @ @ studies now show on scientific , physiological level , why feelings of loneliness lead to a lot of disease by creating a chronic stressful state in the body .
Loneliness kills – screamed many headlines in recent years with study after study coming to the same conclusion .
While it may sound like a huge exaggeration , it is not .
Because humans are social beings , and we have built in mechanisms to warn us of danger – in this case , the danger is being alone .
Murthy , who wrote @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World , ’ is acutely aware of these issues .
Today , we rarely need each other for survival like we did the early days of society , but we do have police , hospitals , shelters , and more when things go wrong .
And in the information and social media ages , we need friends and/or pets more than ever for mental health reasons .
Our world might have changed , but our biological bodies have not .
We still become stressed when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bodies overcompensate in many ways to keep us at the ready , especially when we are alone .
Unfortunately , these signals are stress responses , which lead to disease when they become chronic .
We are all familiar with pain and inflammation , both are signals of something going wrong .
Loneliness has its own stress responses – the main one is elevated levels of cortisol , the main stress hormone .
A chronic stress state , which all lonely people have , is linked to inflammation throughout the whole body .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ parts of the body , which is how the following statements ( based on research ) are completely true : -Loneliness and poor social connections are linked to a reduction of a lifespan similar to if one were to smoke 15 cigarettes every day ( according to the study cited by Murthy that has since been removed from the journal PLOS One ) .
report this ad-Elderly people who are isolated from others are twice as likely to die prematurely .
Now that we as society are realizing how big of effect loneliness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ epidemic ?
It has been shown that combating loneliness is not solved by knowing more people .
Even celebrities who are surrounded by thousands of fans or CEOs who know so many people can feel incredibly lonely ( One study found that as many as half of CEOs feel loneliness ) .
This is true because people do not just need connections ; we all crave meaningful connections with those around us .
And this is the tricky part : most of the time , it is impossible to solve any problem , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Many people are afraid to tell anyone that they are lonely .
Even scientists studying loneliness find that it is tough to not be afraid of judgment when talking about this subject .
Dr. John Cacioppo of the University of Chicago , admitted that he hid the cover of his own book ( one of the best books written on loneliness ) when reading it in public .
Dr. Murthy believes that fighting loneliness should start in the workplace .
Most of us spend about 40 hours each week at work with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relationships with them is a missed opportunity for real connection .
This way there is no stigma , as the solutions will be applied for every worker alike .
Dr. Murthy predicts that better social ties at work will equally benefit the employee and the employer ; they will lead to better productivity , and better health , thus fewer days taken off for medical reasons .
When he was working at the Surgeon General ’ s Office , his office developed a simple exercise called “ Inside Scoop ” for building connection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , team members were asked to share something about their lives using pictures in the beginning of each team meeting .
It provided the opportunity to get to know one another better , as well as sharpen listening skills .
It allowed team members to show others who they really are , instead of just the work mask many of us are guilty of wearing .
Dr. Murthy said this tool had amazing results .
People felt more valued by their co-workers , quieter employees felt empowered to speak up , and everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This exercise will not provide complete fix for someone who struggles with loneliness outside work , but it is small steps like this that make a huge difference when looking at the big picture .
Together , by putting an extra effort into getting to know people in our lives is how we fight loneliness in society .
Starting with workplace , here are FIVE PRACTICAL STEPS Dr. Murthy recommends taking for making your social tiers stronger : 1 .
Evaluate the state of your social connections .
As stated earlier , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their existence .
We may have hundreds of Facebook friends , and work with dozens of people , but if none of these connections are real , they do not help one feel less isolated .
It is the quality not quantity that matters .
Do you feel like people around you genuinely value and care about you ?
Is your relationship with them driven by love or by fear ?
2 .
Build understanding of what it means to have high-quality relationships .
High-quality relationships are created through meaningful shared experiences and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ love , kindness , compassion , and generosity .
While some may consider this kind of connection to be too “ soft ” for a work environment , research has shown that they enhance work performance .
When it comes to your work environment it is recommended to be clear about what kind of relationships you want to see with your colleagues , and then work on fostering this type of relationship .
3 .
Make it one of your priorities to build and strengthen social connections .
Whether at work , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ group , the culture of that group leads others by example .
Designing a culture is a responsibility of the organizer with everyone else involved in co-creating it .
When others see their bosses and co-workers invest time ad energy into building strong connections , they will want to do the same .
It is important to show that being vulnerable can be powerful , and a strength , not a weakness .
4 .
Encourage others to help one another , and accept help when offered .
When you are feeling lonely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ better , feel needed , and in exchange it will allow building a connection that is mutually beneficial .
5 .
Create opportunities to learn about other people ’ s personal lives .
Authentic connection does not usually stem from talking about current events .
Feeling connected to others grows when we learn about their real , individual lives : their family life , their passions and dreams , and who they are in their communities .
Whether it is a formal gathering or a casual conversation during lunch hour , all of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to get to know one another .
To summarize his beliefs , Dr. Murthy concludes with : Let ’ s hope that he remembers his own advice as these lockdowns and social distancing mandates continue .
At the end of the day , we ’ re all doing our best , but this information can no longer be denied : loneliness , isolation , and poverty kill .
“ This antibiotic will ruin you ” – A Woman Had to Undergo 20 Surgeries to Repair Damage This Common Drug Caused .
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When we think of health epidemics in the U.S., we often think of obesity, depression, and chronic disease.
But there is one critical underlying health issue in all of these epidemics that we rarely talk about. This issue is an epidemic of loneliness, one that has been highlighted more than ever before in this era of social distancing, masks and quarantines among the general population.
Former surgeon general Dr. Vivek Murthy, who was just nominated as presidential-elect Joe Biden’s pick for surgeon general, was appointed to the same post by former president Barack Obama in 2014, three years after he served on the U.S. Presidential Advisory Council on Prevention, Health Promotion, and Integrative and Public Health.
In 2017, he shared his conclusions about the state of the health of the American people, delivering a timeless and crucially important message about loneliness and isolation that as many people as possible would do well to hear in the era of social distancing and lockdown orders that seem endless.
Facts about Loneliness in the 21st Century
It is to no one’s surprise that we, as society, have grown more and more disconnected. With the growing use of technology and social media, there are now more excuses than ever to not speak to people around us, at work, on the street, and even at social gatherings.
As Dr. Murthy pointed out in his Harvard Business Review report, people still come together in crisis and when tragedies strike. But when life is going at its normal pace, we forget about one another. With this social disconnect, the feeling of loneliness has impacted many, and has actually doubled since the 1980s.
How many of us feel isolated from others?
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) surveyed people over the age of 45 in 2010 and found out that at least 35% were lonely, and almost half of these people felt lonely for over 6 years.
The percentage fell with age according to the AARP survey. In the 70 and older age group, 25% reported feeling lonely. Meanwhile, the youngest group surveyed, 45-49, felt the loneliest with 43% reported feeling isolated from others.
Besides age, income and marital status showed to have a significant effect.
Lower income was found to be correlated with loneliness. Out of those who eared $25 thousand or less, 45% reported feelings of loneliness, compared to 29% of those who earn $75 thousand and beyond.
A significantly smaller amount of married people reported feeling lonely – about 29%. Meanwhile 49% of people who were separated, 45% of those divorced, and 51% of those who were never marred felt lonely.
According to the AARP National Survey, the percentage of lonely adults fell when people:
Attended a religious service at least once a month
Spent time volunteering
Participated in community organizations
Spent over 11 hours a week on hobbies
Saw their friends in person at least once a month
Most of these activities have been completely halted by the coronavirus situation and government isolation mandates.
The survey also confirmed a big correlation between loneliness and health. The group of people who reported to be in poor health, was the largest group who also reported feeling lonely; 55% of those who had poor health were also lonely.
In November of this year, the loneliness crisis appeared to be worsening due to lockdowns, business and activity closures, and more, according to a study conducted by Viviana Horigian from the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida and her team.
The study found an “alarming” increase in loneliness since the arrival of COVID-19: out of 1,008 people aged 18–35, 80% of participants reported “significant depressive symptoms” since the virus came to the United States.
Another April survey of over 1,200 people conducted by the group SocialPro found that loneliness had risen about 20% by April.
In the United States, 28% of people now live alone according to a 2019 poll shared by Time Magazine, which also found that people ages 18 to 51 were already battling an epidemic of loneliness: 65-79% of respondents, respectively, reported that they considered themselves to be lonely in 2019, compared to 38-50% of those in the older generations.
Does loneliness cause poor health, or does poor heath cause loneliness? While the two can be interconnected, recent studies now show on scientific, physiological level, why feelings of loneliness lead to a lot of disease by creating a chronic stressful state in the body.
Loneliness Leads to Disease and a Shorter Life Span
Loneliness kills – screamed many headlines in recent years with study after study coming to the same conclusion.
While it may sound like a huge exaggeration, it is not. Because humans are social beings, and we have built in mechanisms to warn us of danger – in this case, the danger is being alone.
Murthy, who wrote the book ‘Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World,’ is acutely aware of these issues.
Today, we rarely need each other for survival like we did the early days of society, but we do have police, hospitals, shelters, and more when things go wrong. And in the information and social media ages, we need friends and/or pets more than ever for mental health reasons.
Our world might have changed, but our biological bodies have not. We still become stressed when we’re alone, and our bodies overcompensate in many ways to keep us at the ready, especially when we are alone.
Unfortunately, these signals are stress responses, which lead to disease when they become chronic.
We are all familiar with pain and inflammation, both are signals of something going wrong. Loneliness has its own stress responses – the main one is elevated levels of cortisol, the main stress hormone. A chronic stress state, which all lonely people have, is linked to inflammation throughout the whole body. This inflammation can do damage to all parts of the body, which is how the following statements (based on research) are completely true:
-Loneliness and poor social connections are linked to a reduction of a lifespan similar to if one were to smoke 15 cigarettes every day (according to the study cited by Murthy that has since been removed from the journal PLOS One).
report this ad-Elderly people who are isolated from others are twice as likely to die prematurely.
-Loneliness increases the risk of:
-Anxiety
-Arthritis
-Blood vessels damage
-Dementia
-Depression
-Diabetes type 2
-Emotional issues
-Heart disease
-Joint disease
-Lack of creativity
-Obesity
-Poor immune function
-Poor work performance
-Premature death
-Problems making decisions
Solutions to Fighting Nationwide Loneliness from Dr. Murthy
Now that we as society are realizing how big of effect loneliness has, how do we solve this epidemic?
It has been shown that combating loneliness is not solved by knowing more people. Even celebrities who are surrounded by thousands of fans or CEOs who know so many people can feel incredibly lonely (One study found that as many as half of CEOs feel loneliness).
This is true because people do not just need connections; we all crave meaningful connections with those around us.
And this is the tricky part: most of the time, it is impossible to solve any problem, unless we admit to its existence.
Many people are afraid to tell anyone that they are lonely. Even scientists studying loneliness find that it is tough to not be afraid of judgment when talking about this subject. Dr. John Cacioppo of the University of Chicago, admitted that he hid the cover of his own book (one of the best books written on loneliness) when reading it in public.
Dr. Murthy believes that fighting loneliness should start in the workplace. Most of us spend about 40 hours each week at work with the same people, so not having better relationships with them is a missed opportunity for real connection. This way there is no stigma, as the solutions will be applied for every worker alike. Dr. Murthy predicts that better social ties at work will equally benefit the employee and the employer; they will lead to better productivity, and better health, thus fewer days taken off for medical reasons.
When he was working at the Surgeon General’s Office, his office developed a simple exercise called “Inside Scoop” for building connection between team members.
In this exercise, team members were asked to share something about their lives using pictures in the beginning of each team meeting. It provided the opportunity to get to know one another better, as well as sharpen listening skills. It allowed team members to show others who they really are, instead of just the work mask many of us are guilty of wearing. Dr. Murthy said this tool had amazing results. People felt more valued by their co-workers, quieter employees felt empowered to speak up, and everyone felt less stressed when supported by others.
This exercise will not provide complete fix for someone who struggles with loneliness outside work, but it is small steps like this that make a huge difference when looking at the big picture. Together, by putting an extra effort into getting to know people in our lives is how we fight loneliness in society.
Starting with workplace, here are FIVE PRACTICAL STEPS Dr. Murthy recommends taking for making your social tiers stronger:
1. Evaluate the state of your social connections.
As stated earlier, solving the problems starts with admitting to their existence. We may have hundreds of Facebook friends, and work with dozens of people, but if none of these connections are real, they do not help one feel less isolated. It is the quality not quantity that matters.
Do you feel like people around you genuinely value and care about you? Is your relationship with them driven by love or by fear?
2. Build understanding of what it means to have high-quality relationships.
High-quality relationships are created through meaningful shared experiences and are mutually beneficial. They thrive on love, kindness, compassion, and generosity. While some may consider this kind of connection to be too “soft” for a work environment, research has shown that they enhance work performance. When it comes to your work environment it is recommended to be clear about what kind of relationships you want to see with your colleagues, and then work on fostering this type of relationship.
3. Make it one of your priorities to build and strengthen social connections.
Whether at work, a community organization, or a hobby-driven social group, the culture of that group leads others by example. Designing a culture is a responsibility of the organizer with everyone else involved in co-creating it. When others see their bosses and co-workers invest time ad energy into building strong connections, they will want to do the same. It is important to show that being vulnerable can be powerful, and a strength, not a weakness.
4. Encourage others to help one another, and accept help when offered.
When you are feeling lonely helping someone else can make you feel better, feel needed, and in exchange it will allow building a connection that is mutually beneficial.
5. Create opportunities to learn about other people’s personal lives.
Authentic connection does not usually stem from talking about current events. Feeling connected to others grows when we learn about their real, individual lives: their family life, their passions and dreams, and who they are in their communities. Whether it is a formal gathering or a casual conversation during lunch hour, all of us have a chance to create space to get to know one another.
To summarize his beliefs, Dr. Murthy concludes with:
“The world is suffering from an epidemic of loneliness. If we cannot rebuild strong, authentic social connections, we will continue to splinter apart — in the workplace and in society. Instead of coming together to take on the great challenges before us, we will retreat to our corners, angry, sick, and alone. We must take action now to build the connections that are the foundation of strong companies and strong communities — and that ensure greater health and well-being for all of us.”
Let’s hope that he remembers his own advice as these lockdowns and social distancing mandates continue. At the end of the day, we’re all doing our best, but this information can no longer be denied: loneliness, isolation, and poverty kill.
Recommended reading:
“This antibiotic will ruin you” – A Woman Had to Undergo 20 Surgeries to Repair Damage This Common Drug Caused. (FDA issued a warning too late…)
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althealthworks--2020-12-18--There’s a Big Difference Between Naturally Occurring Fluoride, and the Artificial Industry Byproduct

There’s a Big Difference Between Naturally Occurring Fluoride, and the Artificial Industry Byproduct We Add to Our Water Supplies

On the heels of recent news that the fluoride in North American drinking water supplies is considered to be a neurotoxin according to a recent study in the top peer-review medical journal The Lancet , on par with some of the most notorious environmental toxins out there , many people are becoming more interested in the truth about fluoride .
Specifically , most people still do not know the difference between the naturally occurring calcium fluoride and other industrialized forms that are added to water supplies in North America ( but not throughout most of Europe , and many other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ because the term “ fluoride ” is often thrown around without making a distinction between these substances .
There are three types of fluoride used to “ fluoridate ” water supplies : Fluorosilicic acid , sodium fluorosilicate and sodium fluoride .
Fluorosilicic acid is the type most often used for cost reasons , and it is derived from phosphate fertilizers according to the CDC ’ s website .
The other two are created by adding either table salt or caustic soda to the mix .
These types of fluoride can be quite corrosive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hard way when the fluoride they used to add to their water supply began corroding pipes and damaging city vehicles .
Officials from the town , Buffalo , Missouri , voted to stop fluoridating the water supply recently due to these issues .
In contrast with these types of fluoride is calcium fluoride , which is a much safer version of fluoride .
Calcium fluoride is considered the “ least toxic ” and in some cases “ relatively harmless ” according to the site fluoridedetective.com , and that ’ s because of its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are known as minerals that counteract the effects of fluoride , an example of how nature often pairs antidotes with poisons or designs complete foods that mitigate harmful substances for the most part .
This type of fluoride is often found in natural waters , while the above industrial byproducts are added to water supplies , a highly controversial practice that more and more people are asking to be changed .
Many Towns are Being Pressured to Remove Flouride While it was originally added as a way to assist in the area of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are questioning whether that is actually true and many towns are removing fluoride due to grassroots citizens ’ movements .
( A list of towns that have removed fluoride since 2014 can be viewed here ) .
And considering the health risks involved , not to mention the safety concerns and costs , many cities and towns will have a decision to make in the coming years about whether or not to stop fluoridation .

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On the heels of recent news that the fluoride in North American drinking water supplies is considered to be a neurotoxin according to a recent study in the top peer-review medical journal The Lancet, on par with some of the most notorious environmental toxins out there, many people are becoming more interested in the truth about fluoride.
Specifically, most people still do not know the difference between the naturally occurring calcium fluoride and other industrialized forms that are added to water supplies in North America (but not throughout most of Europe, and many other high-tech countries).
That’s because the term “fluoride” is often thrown around without making a distinction between these substances.
There are three types of fluoride used to “fluoridate” water supplies: Fluorosilicic acid, sodium fluorosilicate and sodium fluoride.
Fluorosilicic acid is the type most often used for cost reasons, and it is derived from phosphate fertilizers according to the CDC’s website.
The other two are created by adding either table salt or caustic soda to the mix.
Fluoride Corrodes Town’s Pipes
These types of fluoride can be quite corrosive, as one town found out the hard way when the fluoride they used to add to their water supply began corroding pipes and damaging city vehicles. Officials from the town, Buffalo, Missouri, voted to stop fluoridating the water supply recently due to these issues.
In contrast with these types of fluoride is calcium fluoride, which is a much safer version of fluoride.
Calcium fluoride is considered the “least toxic” and in some cases “relatively harmless” according to the site fluoridedetective.com, and that’s because of its high insolubility.
Magnesium and especially calcium are known as minerals that counteract the effects of fluoride, an example of how nature often pairs antidotes with poisons or designs complete foods that mitigate harmful substances for the most part.
This type of fluoride is often found in natural waters, while the above industrial byproducts are added to water supplies, a highly controversial practice that more and more people are asking to be changed.
Many Towns are Being Pressured to Remove Flouride
While it was originally added as a way to assist in the area of dental health, more and more people are questioning whether that is actually true and many towns are removing fluoride due to grassroots citizens’ movements.
(A list of towns that have removed fluoride since 2014 can be viewed here).
And considering the health risks involved, not to mention the safety concerns and costs, many cities and towns will have a decision to make in the coming years about whether or not to stop fluoridation.
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althealthworks--2020-12-18--Doctors Warn: Potential Long Term Side Effects of Mask Wearing Include Shortness of Breath, a Weaken

Doctors Warn: Potential Long Term Side Effects of Mask Wearing Include Shortness of Breath, a Weakened Immune System and Chronic Respiratory Conditions

This article uses information and quotes from a similar article originally published by Microsoft News ( MSN ) .
The MSN article was subsequently removed in recent weeks as more and more states began mandating mask wearing for “ essential workers ” and people working , shopping , eating and playing in everyday situations across the country .
The goal of this article is to present a different perspective than what is typically shown in the mainstream media , highlighting information from health professionals and research .
Consult a doctor before making any major changes to your health routine .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus situation that has unfolded includes a host of changes to society as we know it , as governmental organizations and leaders seek to provide some measure of uniform guidance on how to respond .
While there have been virtually no recommendations on nutrition , healthy lifestyle , or similar tried-and-true strategies , the refrain of hand-washing , mask wearing and the intimation that “ society must wait for a vaccine in order to resume normal life ” ( one that Bill Gates stated could harm at least 700,000 people ; watch the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see why he says he needs legal protection from countries to roll out these fast-tracked vaccines ) has been repeated often .
Recently , the focused has shifted to masks : are they really the key to keeping the coronavirus at bay , or are they not as necessary as some state and local governments are making them out to be ?
Adding to the confusion , the WHO has said that masks should only be worn by healthy people when taking care of people suffering from coronavirus symptoms ( which are similar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not when out in public .
The CDC has recommended wearing the masks whenever possible , however .
Both organizations have received funding from the Gates Foundation and the Bill Gates funded vaccination organization GAVI , which is closely tied to groups funding vaccines as the ultimate solution to the pandemic , despite top U.S. infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci ’ s recent admission to Congress that there is “ no guarantee that the vaccine is actually going to be effective ” and that it may actually make the course of the disease @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) .
While it is common sense that a mask may prevent the transmission of germs and viruses , it is also well worth knowing the potential side effects of wearing them for long hours as well .
The potential side effects include the following according to several doctors quoted by MSN.com : According to Dr. Lili Barsky , any activities that result in the expulsion of air , such as talking , singing and exercising can result “ in the accumulation of carbon dioxide between the face and the mask.
” The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ CO2 levels in the body according to Dr. Rashmi Byakodi as mentioned in the MSN article .
“ Breathing over exhaled air that turns into carbon dioxide might make you feel dizzy.
” The good news is that going outside and getting fresh air without a mask is always an option to aid in healing .
According to Dr. Byakodi , long term wearing of masks can result in prolonged , repeated episodes of headaches .
“ Headaches may occur due to the band fitting around the head all day , stress from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changes in oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood , ” Dr. Leann Poston added according to the article .
Some people ’ s skin may break out , and scarring around the area where the mask is worn may result in some cases .
Perhaps the most troubling of all symptoms on the list of doctor warnings , the immune system can be greatly weakened by low oxygen levels in the tissues as noted by Dr. Esteban Kosak in the article .
“ Scientific investigations have proven that a prolonged denial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cripple the ability of our immune system to tackle infections which is even worse with older and younger people , ” he said .
Recently a video went viral in Australia demonstrating additional pitfalls of cloth masks for protecting people , and why they may not be as effective as originally thought .
According to leading dermatologist Dr. Viseslav Tonkovic-Capin , “ new patterns of skin wrinkling ” may emerge in people who wear masks long-term .
It may sound too bizarre to be true , but long-term wearing of face masks may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ caused by coronavirus , COVID-19 , in their own way .
These masks also must be cleaned and disinfected often because bacteria can build up over long-term use .
“ Essential workers ” and others who wear masks all day long on the job could be exposing themselves to inflammatory and other potential disease-causing particles , potentially leading to the development of serious respiratory issues .
“ In the case of the surgical masks which are made of nonwoven fabric , the exposure for some people can trigger an asthma-like inflammatory response in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Corrielus , a Philadelphia based cardiologist .
“ This is likely due to the inhalation of the microfibers in the material that forms the masks.
” New Jersey Man Crashes Car Into a Pole , Excessive Mask Wearing Believed to Be a Factor This past April , a Lincoln Park , New Jersey man passed out and crashed his car into a pole .
His long-term wearing of an N95 mask was believed to be a contributing factor to him losing consciousness according to police , as reported by ABC News .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the driver wearing an N95 mask for several hours and subsequently passing out behind the wheel due to insufficient oxygen intake/excessive carbon dioxide intake , ” a post from the Lincoln Park Police Department on Facebook read .
An updated post clarified that while those on the scene are not physicians , they did know that he had been wearing the mask inside his vehicle for several hours .
“ As it relates to this specific incident , we reiterate that police officers are not physicians and do not know the medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was stated in the original post that we ‘ believed ’ the excessive wearing of an N95 mask was a contributing factor to this accident .
While we don ’ t know this with 100 % certainty , we do know that the driver had been wearing an N95 mask inside the vehicle for several hours and ultimately passed out while operating the vehicle.
” Final Thoughts on Mask Recommendations and the “ New Normal ” While many experts continue to recommend or even mandate wearing masks to protect against the virus , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its own set of risks , as do lockdowns , and even vaccines , as Gates admitted to CNBC recently noting that he would need legal protection for compensating the hundreds of thousands of people who may be harmed ( see CNBC video here ) .
Regardless of whether or not you think masks are necessary , everybody deserves to know the risks now , rather than five , ten , or fifteen years later as is often the case with so many medical and pharmaceutical-based products .
This article does not constitute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doctor , nation and local laws before making any major changes .

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This article uses information and quotes from a similar article originally published by Microsoft News (MSN). The MSN article was subsequently removed in recent weeks as more and more states began mandating mask wearing for “essential workers” and people working, shopping, eating and playing in everyday situations across the country. The goal of this article is to present a different perspective than what is typically shown in the mainstream media, highlighting information from health professionals and research. Consult a doctor before making any major changes to your health routine.
The “new normal” following the coronavirus situation that has unfolded includes a host of changes to society as we know it, as governmental organizations and leaders seek to provide some measure of uniform guidance on how to respond.
While there have been virtually no recommendations on nutrition, healthy lifestyle, or similar tried-and-true strategies, the refrain of hand-washing, mask wearing and the intimation that “society must wait for a vaccine in order to resume normal life” (one that Bill Gates stated could harm at least 700,000 people; watch the CNBC video at the 3:00 mark to see why he says he needs legal protection from countries to roll out these fast-tracked vaccines) has been repeated often.
Recently, the focused has shifted to masks: are they really the key to keeping the coronavirus at bay, or are they not as necessary as some state and local governments are making them out to be?
Adding to the confusion, the WHO has said that masks should only be worn by healthy people when taking care of people suffering from coronavirus symptoms (which are similar to many other diseases anyway), not when out in public.
The CDC has recommended wearing the masks whenever possible, however.
Both organizations have received funding from the Gates Foundation and the Bill Gates funded vaccination organization GAVI, which is closely tied to groups funding vaccines as the ultimate solution to the pandemic, despite top U.S. infectious disease expert Anthony Fauci’s recent admission to Congress that there is “no guarantee that the vaccine is actually going to be effective” and that it may actually make the course of the disease even stronger (full CNBC article here).
While it is common sense that a mask may prevent the transmission of germs and viruses, it is also well worth knowing the potential side effects of wearing them for long hours as well.
Potential Side Effects of Long Term Mask Wearing
The potential side effects include the following according to several doctors quoted by MSN.com:
1. Shortness of Breath and Lightheadedness:
According to Dr. Lili Barsky, any activities that result in the expulsion of air, such as talking, singing and exercising can result “in the accumulation of carbon dioxide between the face and the mask.”
The symptoms are seen due to increases in CO2 levels in the body according to Dr. Rashmi Byakodi as mentioned in the MSN article.
“Breathing over exhaled air that turns into carbon dioxide might make you feel dizzy.”
The good news is that going outside and getting fresh air without a mask is always an option to aid in healing.
2. Headaches:
According to Dr. Byakodi, long term wearing of masks can result in prolonged, repeated episodes of headaches.
“Headaches may occur due to the band fitting around the head all day, stress from breathing through the mask, or slight changes in oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood,” Dr. Leann Poston added according to the article.
3. Dermatitis:
report this adSome people’s skin may break out, and scarring around the area where the mask is worn may result in some cases.
4. A Weakened Immune System:
Perhaps the most troubling of all symptoms on the list of doctor warnings, the immune system can be greatly weakened by low oxygen levels in the tissues as noted by Dr. Esteban Kosak in the article.
“Scientific investigations have proven that a prolonged denial of enough oxygen in the body can cripple the ability of our immune system to tackle infections which is even worse with older and younger people,” he said.
Recently a video went viral in Australia demonstrating additional pitfalls of cloth masks for protecting people, and why they may not be as effective as originally thought.
5. Development of Skin Wrinkles:
According to leading dermatologist Dr. Viseslav Tonkovic-Capin, “new patterns of skin wrinkling” may emerge in people who wear masks long-term.
6. Chronic Respiratory Conditions:
It may sound too bizarre to be true, but long-term wearing of face masks may actually trigger symptoms similar to the disease caused by coronavirus, COVID-19, in their own way.
These masks also must be cleaned and disinfected often because bacteria can build up over long-term use.
“Essential workers” and others who wear masks all day long on the job could be exposing themselves to inflammatory and other potential disease-causing particles, potentially leading to the development of serious respiratory issues.
“In the case of the surgical masks which are made of nonwoven fabric, the exposure for some people can trigger an asthma-like inflammatory response in the lungs,” said Dr. Sanul Corrielus, a Philadelphia based cardiologist.
“This is likely due to the inhalation of the microfibers in the material that forms the masks.”
New Jersey Man Crashes Car Into a Pole, Excessive Mask Wearing Believed to Be a Factor
Photo via Lincoln Park Police Department.
This past April, a Lincoln Park, New Jersey man passed out and crashed his car into a pole. His long-term wearing of an N95 mask was believed to be a contributing factor to him losing consciousness according to police, as reported by ABC News.
“The crash is believed to have resulted from the driver wearing an N95 mask for several hours and subsequently passing out behind the wheel due to insufficient oxygen intake/excessive carbon dioxide intake,” a post from the Lincoln Park Police Department on Facebook read.
An updated post clarified that while those on the scene are not physicians, they did know that he had been wearing the mask inside his vehicle for several hours.
“As it relates to this specific incident, we reiterate that police officers are not physicians and do not know the medical history of every person we encounter… It was stated in the original post that we ‘believed’ the excessive wearing of an N95 mask was a contributing factor to this accident. While we don’t know this with 100% certainty, we do know that the driver had been wearing an N95 mask inside the vehicle for several hours and ultimately passed out while operating the vehicle.”
Final Thoughts on Mask Recommendations and the “New Normal”
While many experts continue to recommend or even mandate wearing masks to protect against the virus, wearing masks for too long comes with its own set of risks, as do lockdowns, and even vaccines, as Gates admitted to CNBC recently noting that he would need legal protection for compensating the hundreds of thousands of people who may be harmed (see CNBC video here).
Regardless of whether or not you think masks are necessary, everybody deserves to know the risks now, rather than five, ten, or fifteen years later as is often the case with so many medical and pharmaceutical-based products.
This article does not constitute medical advice. Consult a licensed naturopathic doctor, national and local laws before making any major changes.
[Related Reading: 600 Physicians send letter to White House warning lockdowns are a “mass casualty incident”]
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althealthworks--2020-12-19--Germans Drink This “Special” Alcohol Immediately After Heavy Food Consumption (Here’s Why)

It was a snowy late November night in the eastern part of Germany , in a town of Weimar , and my study abroad professors decided to treat my classmates and I to a traditional German dinner in celebration of Thanksgiving back home .
The meal consisted of five courses : Schmaltz ( chicken fat to use as a spread on bread ) , a hearty beef stew , roasted pork on a bone , a whole chicken leg with a side of potato dumplings , and dessert .
The calorie and fat-rich dishes with a few beers in between @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and by the time the chicken was brought in front of me , I no longer wanted to eat or drink .
That ’ s when I was given a little shot bottle with a liqueur that had “ herbs ” written on its label .
When I politely refused the alcoholic drink , I was told : “ This isn ’ t an offer .
You have to drink it .
It ’ s for your health.
” Indeed all of us was given the little bottle twice , in between the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must have ate and drank more than 2000 calories over the course of a 4-hour dinner , I found it remarkable that the food hangover was almost unnoticeable , and the food did not make me as tired as I expected .
So what did I drink ?
Kräuterlikör , and there are a few brands that make different varieties of it , is a half-bitter , made with numerous medicinal and culinary herbs and spices .
A bitters is an alcohol-based tincture of an herb that tastes bitter as a finished product @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The liqueur is a half-bitter because of its high sugar content .
Kräuterlikör is also considered a digestif , popular in Germany since the medieval times – an alcoholic beverage that is drunk before or after eating to promote digestion .
Label : Serve chilled .
Some of the herbs are : angelica root , clove , guaiac , calamus , mint , licorice , wormwood , cinnamon .
Kuemmerling has always been produced according to a secret recipe .
The combination of the chosen valuable herbs gives Kuemmerling its distinctive flavor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ listed on the package , many are indeed used in traditional medicine and lately in researched clinical studies as a digestive aid .
Angelica root : Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences listed three of the many uses of angelica to be for digestive troubles , as a guard against constipation , and to promote appetite .
Angelica also showed to be good for the liver .
Clove : Syzygium aromaticum is beneficial for diarrhea , intestinal gas , nausea and bloating , as well as general digestive health , according to Optimal Digestive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ W. Nichols and Nancy Faass .
It is noted that this plant is also very popular in India and in Chinese Medicine .
Calamus : Not a well-known Western herb , this plant has been used as a digestif in Europe for centuries .
Originally found in Asia , it has traveled across the world and only now is starting to be used in the United States .
Besides the traditional use of improving digestion , it is now being also used in clinical herbalism for neurological problems .
Mint : Mint is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and has been gaining popularity in the U.S. as a tea to calm down an upset stomach and relive nausea .
Licorice : The Huffington Post has reported on integrative medicine doctors using licorice to treat many gastrointestinal issues .
Wormwood : Wormwood has compounds that improve digestion and help guard against and cleanse from harmful organisms .
Cinnamon : Cinnamon ’ s anti-bacterial properties help guard from upset stomach , and also help speed up digestion .
Currently , the scientists believe it works by increasing digestive enzymes , according to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ secret ingredients as well .
Jägermeister is the famous herbal drink has a known list of 16 ingredients and another 50 are secret .
And Underberg , first created in 1846 , has a ” heavily guarded ” recipe , according to the Huffington Post .
Like most alcoholic beverages , the herbal shots such as Jägermeister have been abused at college parties and clubs .
That was never the product ’ s true intention , as it has even been originally marketed as digestive remedy .
Herbs are helpful as medicine and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Europe ; and Germany has been using herbs as a part of the primary healthcare for years .
Because herbs are medicinal , they are also extremely powerful , and with 8 to 16 known herbs used in herbal liqueur , they require respect .
Skip the herbal liqueur at parties , but try it before or after your next holiday dinner and find out for yourself if it is beneficial to you .
These products are hard to find in the U.S. , although they may be available at select ethnic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a little luck .
You can also buy them online — Amazon.com sells German digestive aids from the brand Underberg in various sizes and amounts .
Thus far the reviews are overwhelmingly positive with over 80 % of 120 customer reviews in the five-star range and people commenting that it works well for helping them digest large meals .
If you do get a chance to try them , let us know what you think in the comments section below .

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It was a snowy late November night in the eastern part of Germany, in a town of Weimar, and my study abroad professors decided to treat my classmates and I to a traditional German dinner in celebration of Thanksgiving back home.
The meal consisted of five courses: Schmaltz (chicken fat to use as a spread on bread), a hearty beef stew, roasted pork on a bone, a whole chicken leg with a side of potato dumplings, and dessert. The calorie and fat-rich dishes with a few beers in between made for a very heavy dinner, and by the time the chicken was brought in front of me, I no longer wanted to eat or drink.
That’s when I was given a little shot bottle with a liqueur that had “herbs” written on its label. When I politely refused the alcoholic drink, I was told:
“This isn’t an offer. You have to drink it. It’s for your health.”
“Excuse me?”
Indeed all of us was given the little bottle twice, in between the main meat dishes. And considering I must have ate and drank more than 2000 calories over the course of a 4-hour dinner, I found it remarkable that the food hangover was almost unnoticeable, and the food did not make me as tired as I expected.
So what did I drink?
Kräuterlikör, and there are a few brands that make different varieties of it, is a half-bitter, made with numerous medicinal and culinary herbs and spices. A bitters is an alcohol-based tincture of an herb that tastes bitter as a finished product and is used medicinally to aid digestion. The liqueur is a half-bitter because of its high sugar content. Kräuterlikör is also considered a digestif, popular in Germany since the medieval times – an alcoholic beverage that is drunk before or after eating to promote digestion.
Label: Serve chilled. Some of the herbs are: angelica root, clove, guaiac, calamus, mint, licorice, wormwood, cinnamon. Kuemmerling has always been produced according to a secret recipe. The combination of the chosen valuable herbs gives Kuemmerling its distinctive flavor.
Out of the herbs that are listed on the package, many are indeed used in traditional medicine and lately in researched clinical studies as a digestive aid.
Angelica root: Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences listed three of the many uses of angelica to be for digestive troubles, as a guard against constipation, and to promote appetite. Angelica also showed to be good for the liver.
Clove: Syzygium aromaticum is beneficial for diarrhea, intestinal gas, nausea and bloating, as well as general digestive health, according to Optimal Digestive Health: A Complete Guide by Trent W. Nichols and Nancy Faass. It is noted that this plant is also very popular in India and in Chinese Medicine.
Calamus: Not a well-known Western herb, this plant has been used as a digestif in Europe for centuries. Originally found in Asia, it has traveled across the world and only now is starting to be used in the United States. Besides the traditional use of improving digestion, it is now being also used in clinical herbalism for neurological problems.
Mint: Mint is the most well-known herb from this list, and has been gaining popularity in the U.S. as a tea to calm down an upset stomach and relive nausea.
Licorice: The Huffington Post has reported on integrative medicine doctors using licorice to treat many gastrointestinal issues.
Wormwood: Wormwood has compounds that improve digestion and help guard against and cleanse from harmful organisms.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon’s anti-bacterial properties help guard from upset stomach, and also help speed up digestion. Currently, the scientists believe it works by increasing digestive enzymes, according to LiveStrong.com.
Other companies are protecting their secret ingredients as well. Jägermeister is the famous herbal drink has a known list of 16 ingredients and another 50 are secret. And Underberg, first created in 1846, has a ”heavily guarded” recipe, according to the Huffington Post.
Like most alcoholic beverages, the herbal shots such as Jägermeister have been abused at college parties and clubs. That was never the product’s true intention, as it has even been originally marketed as digestive remedy. Herbs are helpful as medicine and have been researched for centuries, particularly in Europe; and Germany has been using herbs as a part of the primary healthcare for years. Because herbs are medicinal, they are also extremely powerful, and with 8 to 16 known herbs used in herbal liqueur, they require respect.
Skip the herbal liqueur at parties, but try it before or after your next holiday dinner and find out for yourself if it is beneficial to you.
Where to Find German Digestive Aids
These products are hard to find in the U.S., although they may be available at select ethnic, liquor or health food stores with a little luck.
You can also buy them online — Amazon.com sells German digestive aids from the brand Underberg in various sizes and amounts.
Thus far the reviews are overwhelmingly positive with over 80% of 120 customer reviews in the five-star range and people commenting that it works well for helping them digest large meals. If you do get a chance to try them, let us know what you think in the comments section below.
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althealthworks--2020-12-19--France Becomes First Country To Ban All Five Pesticides Linked to Bee Deaths Worldwide

While the United States of America has been pushing , supporting and defending a post World War II style of agriculture predicated on GMOs and chemicals , the EU has been on the front lines of protecting human health and the health of our pollinators .
A recent New York Times investigation titled ‘ Failed Promises of GMO crops ’ found that this system of agriculture is not living up to its promises , despite Monsanto and other companies ’ rallying cry that they are necessary to “ feed the world.
” Now , Europe is once again leading the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The nation known for its local , healthy and innovative cuisine has taken a dramatic new step in healing its pollinators , taking the lead in solving an environmental catastrophe that regulators in the United States still can ’ t seem to wrap their heads around by banning a major class of pesticides that has been blamed for causing the collapse of bee populations worldwide .
France raises the bar , bans all five pesticides linked to bee deaths According to an article from the Telegraph out of the UK , France has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protecting its dwindling bee population , becoming the first country in Europe to ban all five pesticides that have been linked by researchers to mass die-offs of the insects .
While the EU decided to ban three neonicotinoids , the class of pesticides blamed for killing the bees ( clothianidin , imidacloprid and thiamethoxam ) , France has taken it one step further by also banning thiacloprid and acetamiprid to the list , both for the outdoors and in greenhouses .
The move first happened in fall 2019 and was upheld during a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the European Court of Justice ruled that France did not violate EU rules when the government banned pesticides belong to the bee-killing neonicotinoid group .
More information can be found in Deutsche Welle ( DW ) , Germany ’ s international broadcasting station , by clicking here ) .
Following the move , some sugar beet and cereal farmers say they are afraid it may leave their crops defenseless against harmful insects , the article said .
But environmentalists and health advocates have welcomed the news in light of recent bee colony disorders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The pesticides being banned are neonicotinoids , which attack the central nervous system of insects including bees , leading to loss of brain function and fertility .
Many bees are unable to find their way back to the hive and die because of these pesticides , which also affect butterflies , birds and other pollinating insects .
According to a report from Herbs-Info , France is ahead of the field in this regard because these “ bee killing ” pesticides were first tested on French fields in the 1990s , when farmers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ describing a “ carpet of dead bees.
” A total of 400,000 bee colonies died within days , but the story was buried under corruption from industry and distorted science , the article said .
Now , the hope is that the United States and other at-risk countries follow France ’ s example and act before it ’ s too late .
The world will be watching with bated breath .
Thanks for reading !
You can learn more about the dangers of chemical agriculture in the hit online docu-series GMOs Revealed .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ articles like these in your inbox from AltHealthWorks.com by clicking here .
This article was first written in March 2019 and updated in December 2020 .

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While the United States of America has been pushing, supporting and defending a post World War II style of agriculture predicated on GMOs and chemicals, the EU has been on the front lines of protecting human health and the health of our pollinators.
A recent New York Times investigation titled ‘Failed Promises of GMO crops’ found that this system of agriculture is not living up to its promises, despite Monsanto and other companies’ rallying cry that they are necessary to “feed the world.”
Now, Europe is once again leading the way, in this case France.
The nation known for its local, healthy and innovative cuisine has taken a dramatic new step in healing its pollinators, taking the lead in solving an environmental catastrophe that regulators in the United States still can’t seem to wrap their heads around by banning a major class of pesticides that has been blamed for causing the collapse of bee populations worldwide.
France raises the bar, bans all five pesticides linked to bee deaths
According to an article from the Telegraph out of the UK, France has taken a “radical” step toward protecting its dwindling bee population, becoming the first country in Europe to ban all five pesticides that have been linked by researchers to mass die-offs of the insects.
While the EU decided to ban three neonicotinoids, the class of pesticides blamed for killing the bees (clothianidin, imidacloprid and thiamethoxam), France has taken it one step further by also banning thiacloprid and acetamiprid to the list, both for the outdoors and in greenhouses.
The move first happened in fall 2019 and was upheld during a fall 2020 court hearing, when the European Court of Justice ruled that France did not violate EU rules when the government banned pesticides belong to the bee-killing neonicotinoid group. More information can be found in Deutsche Welle (DW), Germany’s international broadcasting station, by clicking here).
Following the move, some sugar beet and cereal farmers say they are afraid it may leave their crops defenseless against harmful insects, the article said. But environmentalists and health advocates have welcomed the news in light of recent bee colony disorders and even outright collapses around the world.
The pesticides being banned are neonicotinoids, which attack the central nervous system of insects including bees, leading to loss of brain function and fertility. Many bees are unable to find their way back to the hive and die because of these pesticides, which also affect butterflies, birds and other pollinating insects.
According to a report from Herbs-Info, France is ahead of the field in this regard because these “bee killing” pesticides were first tested on French fields in the 1990s, when farmers witnessed the catastrophic effects first-hand in 1994 describing a “carpet of dead bees.”
A total of 400,000 bee colonies died within days, but the story was buried under corruption from industry and distorted science, the article said.
Now, the hope is that the United States and other at-risk countries follow France’s example and act before it’s too late. The world will be watching with bated breath.
Thanks for reading! You can learn more about the dangers of chemical agriculture in the hit online docu-series GMOs Revealed. You can also sign up for more articles like these in your inbox from AltHealthWorks.com by clicking here.
This article was first written in March 2019 and updated in May 2022.
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althealthworks--2020-12-21--10 Independently Owned Organic Companies Worth Investing Your Hard-Earned Money In

Now that laws have been passed that have effectively squashed common sense , text-based GMO labeling in the United States , it ’ s more crucial than ever to support organic and non-GMO companies that take the clean food movement seriously .
With so much at stake and new , unregulated GMO technologies on the way such as crops produced with CRISPR ( aka gene editing ) technology , genetically engineered apples that don ’ t turn brown , and even genetically engineered animals like GMO salmon , the time is now to reclaim the integrity of our food supply @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , massive food conglomerates like General Mills , Coca Cola and Hormel have been buying up many of our favorite organic brands while at the same time shelling out millions to shut down mandatory GMO labeling .
It ’ s been a good news/bad news situation for consumers : organic options are more available than ever before , but at the same time top watchdog organizations have warned that the label ’ s standards are in danger of being watered down .
Needless to say , it ’ s more important than ever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ With that in mind , here are 10 independently owned organic food companies you can still trust in today ’ s day and age of “ organic sell outs.
” If you can ’ t always buy direct from local , organic farmers ( or grow it yourself ) , buying from independently owned organic companies is the next best option .
Whether or not these companies will ever “ sell out ” the way brands like Annie ’ s , Dave ’ s Killer Bread , Silk , and others ( see @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen .
But for now , these 10 companies are your best bets : 1 .
Nature ’ s Path- Makers of cereal , granola bars and more , Nature ’ s Path has been independent since 1985 , unlike brands like Kashi and Cascadian Farm , now owned by the mega corporations Kellogg ’ s and General Mills , respectively .
Not only has the British Columbia-based Nature ’ s Path remained 100 % independent , it ’ s also made headlines for buying up thousands of acres of farmland in Saskatchewan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In addition to its regular line of products , the company offers several gluten-free options including waffles and superfood snack bars ( see the full list here ) .
Nature ’ s Path is also active in supporting urban farming , environmental and other charitable causes .
2 .
Lundberg Farms- This popular California-based organic rice company has said “ no ” to several buyout offers from big corporations , choosing to remain independent and true to its values .
Lundberg uses eco-friendly organic techniques to produce several types of rice ranging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ varieties like jasmine and even gluten-free rice chips .
The company ’ s operations have continued to expand as the demand for organic rice has grown .
But founder Grant Lundberg is unfazed by outside offers and remains committed to producing environmentally food on a large scale .
“ You ’ re a cynic if you say only small companies can … have values , aren ’ t you ?
” Lundberg said .
“ Somehow you have to believe that size doesn ’ t matter ( to do what Lundberg does ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new superfoods company , Purium sells a wide range of organic supplements including green juice powders ( my favorite is the Power Shake , my favorite thing to drink first thing in the morning ) , organic tart cherry juice for pain relief and natural melatonin production ( helps aid in a restful sleep ) , a supplement called “ BioMedic ” designed to cleanse the body from the cancer-causing Monsanto chemical glyphosate , and many more .
Editor ’ s Note : If you ’ d like to try the Power Shake @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the BioMedic glyphosate removing supplement or any others from Purium , click on this link .
You will automatically receive a $ 50 gift card from AltHealthWorks that you can use toward the purchases of as many of these superfoods as you ’ d like .
4 .
Uncle Matt ’ s- While fresh-squeezed is best , you ’ ll have a hard time finding a better bottled orange juice than Uncle Matt ’ s , which is sold in grocery stores across the country .
A supporter of mandatory GMO labeling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Florida-based company offers truly organic juices without the funny stuff ( like artificially enhanced “ flavor packs ” sometimes used in other “ natural ” brands ) .
The company ’ s founder bought Uncle Matt ’ s back from Dean Foods in 2020 after selling to the food conglomerate , which went bankrupt recently , in 2017 .
5 .
Dr. Bronner ’ s- A health food store staple , Dr. Bronner ’ s has been one of the most vocal and financially generous backers of mandatory GMO labeling .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ right to label and enable people to choose non-GMO , ” CEO David Bronner told Mother Jones , “ then everything is going to be GMO.
” Bronner ’ s company , also based in California , is active in several causes including the legalization of hemp and marijuana , as well as preserving fair trade and organic standards .
Between all of the activism Dr. Bronner ’ s has continued to expand , with goals of taking its natural soaps and other organic products mainstream .
But Bronner is set on doing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he has twice rejected offers from Wal-Mart because he can ’ t stomach the chain ’ s politics , the article said .
Dr. Bronner ’ s is famous for their “ all-in-one soaps ” including castille and hemp-based varieites .
Their line of Fair Trade-certified products also includes hand soaps , organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil , and even organic hand sanitizers .
6 .
Traditional Medicinals- While many tea companies are packed with mysterious “ natural flavors ” or even artificial flavors , this company utilizes only organic , truly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ makes them a better bet than most tea companies such as Tazo ( owned and/or distributed by Starbucks with help from Pepsi and Unilever ) for health purposes , as well as for supporting an independent organic company .
You can find Traditional Medicinals at health food stores , online , even in the natural foods section of many supermarkets , with formulas like dandelion root for detoxifying , chamomile tea for relaxing and blends for issues like sore throat relief .
7 .
Amy ’ s Kitchen- Whether you ’ re a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s hard to argue with the way this company does business .
Not only have they remained independent and organic despite growing impressively ( you can now find them in countless grocery stores ) , they also found time to create what is believed to be the nation ’ s first organic fast food restaurant in California ( more info here ) .
If you haven ’ t tried Amy ’ s yet , check out their pizzas , mac n ’ cheese , soups , and several other unique food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , most of which can be found in the frozen food section .
8 .
Frontier Natural Products- Makers of the Simply Organic spice line as well as Aura Cacia essential oils , you can find the former in grocery and health food stores ; the latter is now popping up in drug stores like Rite Aid .
In terms of organic and non-GMO spices , you can ’ t go wrong with Simply Organic , which produces everything from turmeric to cayenne to cumin and other delicious meal accents .
It ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a far better choice than McCormick ’ s spices .
While McCormick recently announced their plans to go non-GMO this year , the company has also donated over $ 500,000 against GMO labeling in the past .
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Frey Wines- Organic wine can be hard to find , even among the hundreds of varieties offered in stores .
But buying wine from a trusted organic source is key : a recent study found glyphosate ( a toxic weedkiller ) contamination in 100 % of wines tested , adding to other concerns @ @ @ @ @ @ @ growing possibility of GMO yeast in wines .
The study found some glyphosate residues even in organic wines ( brands tested were not named ) .
While it ’ s difficult to know whether each bottle contains glyphosate , buying from a trusted organic source is wise , considering that grapes are part of the “ Dirty Dozen ” of most heavily sprayed crops .
Billing itself as America ’ s first organic and biodynamic winery , Frey takes environmentalism seriously .
The winery is located inside of the Solar Living Institute , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stations for cars , solar panels , “ extensive organic gardens ” and more ( as this article notes ) .
As for the winery itself , Frey ’ s is an independent maker of organic and biodynamic wines with distributors across the country selling its award-winning reds and whites ( with no sulfites added ) .
You can also find their products online .
10 .
Equal Exchange- A seller of artisan foods ranging from chocolate and coffee to teas and olive oil , this company stands out for its commitment to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and co-ops .
But what makes them especially unique is their children ’ s fundraising program , allowing parents and kids to raise money for local causes ( without supporting unethical candy companies owned by big corporations in the process ) .
You can check out their fundraising program in their yearly catalog by clicking here , which includes information on both the program and their unique organic food products .
These are just 10 of the best independent organic companies to support ; you can see a full list by clicking on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Did we leave any of your favorites off of this list ?
Let us know by posting a link to your favorite independent organic company in the comments below !

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Now that laws have been passed that have effectively squashed common sense, text-based GMO labeling in the United States, it’s more crucial than ever to support organic and non-GMO companies that take the clean food movement seriously.
With so much at stake and new, unregulated GMO technologies on the way such as crops produced with CRISPR (aka gene editing) technology, genetically engineered apples that don’t turn brown, and even genetically engineered animals like GMO salmon, the time is now to reclaim the integrity of our food supply.
In response to the organic movement, massive food conglomerates like General Mills, Coca Cola and Hormel have been buying up many of our favorite organic brands while at the same time shelling out millions to shut down mandatory GMO labeling.
It’s been a good news/bad news situation for consumers: organic options are more available than ever before, but at the same time top watchdog organizations have warned that the label’s standards are in danger of being watered down.
Needless to say, it’s more important than ever to make your organic dollar count.
With that in mind, here are 10 independently owned organic food companies you can still trust in today’s day and age of “organic sell outs.”
10 Independent Organic Companies Worth Supporting
If you can’t always buy direct from local, organic farmers (or grow it yourself), buying from independently owned organic companies is the next best option.
Whether or not these companies will ever “sell out” the way brands like Annie’s, Dave’s Killer Bread, Silk, and others (see list here) will remains to be seen.
But for now, these 10 companies are your best bets:
1. Nature’s Path- Makers of cereal, granola bars and more, Nature’s Path has been independent since 1985, unlike brands like Kashi and Cascadian Farm, now owned by the mega corporations Kellogg’s and General Mills, respectively.
Not only has the British Columbia-based Nature’s Path remained 100% independent, it’s also made headlines for buying up thousands of acres of farmland in Saskatchewan and Montana and converting it to organic.
In addition to its regular line of products, the company offers several gluten-free options including waffles and superfood snack bars (see the full list here).
Nature’s Path is also active in supporting urban farming, environmental and other charitable causes.
2. Lundberg Farms- This popular California-based organic rice company has said “no” to several buyout offers from big corporations, choosing to remain independent and true to its values.
Lundberg uses eco-friendly organic techniques to produce several types of rice ranging from brown rice to more unique organic varieties like jasmine and even gluten-free rice chips.
The company’s operations have continued to expand as the demand for organic rice has grown. But founder Grant Lundberg is unfazed by outside offers and remains committed to producing environmentally food on a large scale.
“You’re a cynic if you say only small companies can … have values, aren’t you?” Lundberg said. “Somehow you have to believe that size doesn’t matter (to do what Lundberg does).”
3. Purium- A relatively new superfoods company, Purium sells a wide range of organic supplements including green juice powders (my favorite is the Power Shake, my favorite thing to drink first thing in the morning), organic tart cherry juice for pain relief and natural melatonin production (helps aid in a restful sleep), a supplement called “BioMedic” designed to cleanse the body from the cancer-causing Monsanto chemical glyphosate, and many more.
Editor’s Note: If you’d like to try the Power Shake, which tastes like a blueberry muffin, the BioMedic glyphosate removing supplement or any others from Purium, click on this link.
You will automatically receive a $50 gift card from AltHealthWorks that you can use toward the purchases of as many of these superfoods as you’d like.
4. Uncle Matt’s- While fresh-squeezed is best, you’ll have a hard time finding a better bottled orange juice than Uncle Matt’s, which is sold in grocery stores across the country.
A supporter of mandatory GMO labeling like many others on this list, the Florida-based company offers truly organic juices without the funny stuff (like artificially enhanced “flavor packs” sometimes used in other “natural” brands).
The company’s founder bought Uncle Matt’s back from Dean Foods in 2020 after selling to the food conglomerate, which went bankrupt recently, in 2017.
5. Dr. Bronner’s- A health food store staple, Dr. Bronner’s has been one of the most vocal and financially generous backers of mandatory GMO labeling.
“If we don’t win the right to label and enable people to choose non-GMO,” CEO David Bronner told Mother Jones, “then everything is going to be GMO.”
Bronner’s company, also based in California, is active in several causes including the legalization of hemp and marijuana, as well as preserving fair trade and organic standards.
Between all of the activism Dr. Bronner’s has continued to expand,with goals of taking its natural soaps and other organic products mainstream. But Bronner is set on doing things his way telling Mother Jones that he has twice rejected offers from Wal-Mart because he can’t stomach the chain’s politics, the article said.
Dr. Bronner’s is famous for their “all-in-one soaps” including castille and hemp-based varieites. Their line of Fair Trade-certified products also includes hand soaps, organic cold-pressed extra virgin coconut oil, and even organic hand sanitizers.
6. Traditional Medicinals- While many tea companies are packed with mysterious “natural flavors” or even artificial flavors, this company utilizes only organic, truly natural herbs in their formulas.
That makes them a better bet than most tea companies such as Tazo (owned and/or distributed by Starbucks with help from Pepsi and Unilever) for health purposes, as well as for supporting an independent organic company.
You can find Traditional Medicinals at health food stores, online, even in the natural foods section of many supermarkets, with formulas like dandelion root for detoxifying, chamomile tea for relaxing and blends for issues like sore throat relief.
7. Amy’s Kitchen- Whether you’re a fan of frozen food or not, it’s hard to argue with the way this company does business.
Not only have they remained independent and organic despite growing impressively (you can now find them in countless grocery stores), they also found time to create what is believed to be the nation’s first organic fast food restaurant in California (more info here).
If you haven’t tried Amy’s yet, check out their pizzas, mac n’ cheese, soups, and several other unique food options (both vegetarian and vegan), most of which can be found in the frozen food section.
8. Frontier Natural Products- Makers of the Simply Organic spice line as well as Aura Cacia essential oils, you can find the former in grocery and health food stores; the latter is now popping up in drug stores like Rite Aid.
In terms of organic and non-GMO spices, you can’t go wrong with Simply Organic, which produces everything from turmeric to cayenne to cumin and other delicious meal accents. It’s also worth noting that this brand is a far better choice than McCormick’s spices.
While McCormick recently announced their plans to go non-GMO this year, the company has also donated over $500,000 against GMO labeling in the past.
9. Frey Wines- Organic wine can be hard to find, even among the hundreds of varieties offered in stores. But buying wine from a trusted organic source is key: a recent study found glyphosate (a toxic weedkiller) contamination in 100% of wines tested, adding to other concerns such as health-damaging sulfites and even the growing possibility of GMO yeast in wines. The study found some glyphosate residues even in organic wines (brands tested were not named).
While it’s difficult to know whether each bottle contains glyphosate, buying from a trusted organic source is wise, considering that grapes are part of the “Dirty Dozen” of most heavily sprayed crops.
Billing itself as America’s first organic and biodynamic winery, Frey takes environmentalism seriously. The winery is located inside of the Solar Living Institute, a 12-acre project with electric and biofuel stations for cars, solar panels, “extensive organic gardens” and more (as this article notes).
As for the winery itself, Frey’s is an independent maker of organic and biodynamic wines with distributors across the country selling its award-winning reds and whites (with no sulfites added). You can also find their products online.
10. Equal Exchange- A seller of artisan foods ranging from chocolate and coffee to teas and olive oil, this company stands out for its commitment to fair trade principles, small-scale organic farmers and co-ops.
But what makes them especially unique is their children’s fundraising program, allowing parents and kids to raise money for local causes (without supporting unethical candy companies owned by big corporations in the process).
You can check out their fundraising program in their yearly catalog by clicking here, which includes information on both the program and their unique organic food products.
These are just 10 of the best independent organic companies to support; you can see a full list by clicking on Howard’s chart here. P.S. Did we leave any of your favorites off of this list? Let us know by posting a link to your favorite independent organic company in the comments below!
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althealthworks--2020-12-21--Mysterious Honey Discovered That Kills All Bacteria Scientists Throw At It

The health benefits of raw , unprocessed honey are well known , but in Australia , scientists recently made a startling discovery – that one particular , obscure type of honey is capable of killing just about everything scientists throw at it , including some of the worst bacteria known to man .
The findings were published in the European Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases ( June 2009 edition ) , and could hold special significance at a time when many of the world ’ s top antibiotics are failing , especially against resistant “ superbugs.
” The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ honey , which is produced in New Zealand and also goes by the name of jelly bush honey .
The honey has become so popular in the past few years that shortages have been reported and fake products have been sold , leading New Zealand manuka producers to seek trademark protection ( similar to French champagne or Scottish whiskey for example ) .
It even caught on like wildfire in the U.S. when celebrity Kourtney Kardashian tweeted about her obsession with manuka honey , which she said she began using after having her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brand ambassador for the Manuka Doctor skincare line .
“ After I had ( her son ) Mason , I stopped taking medicine—I just changed my lifestyle and felt like I wanted the most natural things that I could find and so I became really into Manuka honey.
” It ’ s easy to see why now that the secret is out about this honey ’ s incredible health benefits , and it doesn ’ t take a celebrity to see the biggest reason why .
Manuka honey is created by bees foraging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the New Zealand manuka bush , as well as tea trees native only to Australia and New Zealand .
In the aforementioned studies , Australian researchers found that the honey killed every bacteria or pathogen it was tested on , according to a report by The Australian .
The honey can be applied topically to help fight against infections of the skin , cuts and insect bites , or taken internally .
The most exciting difference with the manuka honey that was tested is that none of superbugs killed by the honey were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ common problem with today ’ s antibiotics .
“ New antibiotics tend to have short shelf lives , as the bacteria they attack quickly become resistant , ” said Dr. Dee Carter of the University of Sydney ’ s School of Molecular and Microbial Biosciences .
“ Many large pharmaceutical companies have abandoned antibiotic production because of the difficulty of recovering costs .
Developing effective alternatives could therefore save many lives.
” According to Dr. Carter the manuka honey contains a compound called methyglyoxal , that combines with other unknown compounds to cause @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bacteria .
Manuka honey is now sold in health food stores and online , although the supply levels have fluctuated in recent years and fake honey scams have been documented .
When looking for manuka honey it is best to look for one that is UMF certified .
The term UMF stands for Unique Manuka Factor , which is the phytochemical property derived from the manuka bushes that gives it its unique properties .
This term is regulated by the Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association of New Zealand and a handful of certified @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The brand Comvita manuka honey is available on Amazon and is UMF certified .
One particular customer on Amazon said that it this type of honey helped to erase their MRSA : I had done a fair amount of research when a friend of ours got MRSA , and then , unfortunately , I got it too.
, said user JoshuaOne9 on Amazon .
Thankfully , I had already done the research so I knew exactly what to do .
As soon as I saw the red bump ( thinking the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) I scratched it , but the second day I realized that it had to be something else .
My husband immediately knew what it was since we had been dealing with our friend ’ s case of MRSA .
I got my hands on this Manuka honey and put on the area of skin that was affected and then it is very important that you cover it with a bandaid .
Within hours I felt relief and within a few days it was completely gone… While further research needs to be done @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that manuka honey shows plenty of promise in defeating one of the biggest health challenges faced by humanity in the 21st century , and this research should not be taken lightly .
This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to treat , diagnose or prevent disease .
Consult a licensed naturopathic doctor before making any major changes to your diet or lifestyle .
First written in January 2016 and updated in April 2018 ; edited , rewritten and shared with permission via Live Free , Live Natural .

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The health benefits of raw, unprocessed honey are well known, but in Australia, scientists recently made a startling discovery – that one particular, obscure type of honey is capable of killing just about everything scientists throw at it, including some of the worst bacteria known to man.
The findings were published in the European Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (June 2009 edition), and could hold special significance at a time when many of the world’s top antibiotics are failing, especially against resistant “superbugs.”
The honey in question is known as manuka honey, which is produced in New Zealand and also goes by the name of jelly bush honey.
The honey has become so popular in the past few years that shortages have been reported and fake products have been sold, leading New Zealand manuka producers to seek trademark protection (similar to French champagne or Scottish whiskey for example).
It even caught on like wildfire in the U.S. when celebrity Kourtney Kardashian tweeted about her obsession with manuka honey, which she said she began using after having her baby Mason. She is now a brand ambassador for the Manuka Doctor skincare line.
“After I had (her son) Mason, I stopped taking medicine—I just changed my lifestyle and felt like I wanted the most natural things that I could find and so I became really into Manuka honey.”
It’s easy to see why now that the secret is out about this honey’s incredible health benefits, and it doesn’t take a celebrity to see the biggest reason why.
Manuka Honey Kills MRSA, Other Superbugs
Manuka honey is created by bees foraging on the nectar of Leptospermum Scoparium, the New Zealand manuka bush, as well as tea trees native only to Australia and New Zealand.
In the aforementioned studies, Australian researchers found that the honey killed every bacteria or pathogen it was tested on, according to a report by The Australian. The honey can be applied topically to help fight against infections of the skin, cuts and insect bites, or taken internally.
The most exciting difference with the manuka honey that was tested is that none of superbugs killed by the honey were able to build up immunity, a common problem with today’s antibiotics.
“New antibiotics tend to have short shelf lives, as the bacteria they attack quickly become resistant,” said Dr. Dee Carter of the University of Sydney’s School of Molecular and Microbial Biosciences. “Many large pharmaceutical companies have abandoned antibiotic production because of the difficulty of recovering costs. Developing effective alternatives could therefore save many lives.”
According to Dr. Carter the manuka honey contains a compound called methyglyoxal, that combines with other unknown compounds to cause “multi-system failure” that destroys the bacteria.
Where to Find Manuka Honey
Manuka honey is now sold in health food stores and online, although the supply levels have fluctuated in recent years and fake honey scams have been documented. When looking for manuka honey it is best to look for one that is UMF certified.
The term UMF stands for Unique Manuka Factor, which is the phytochemical property derived from the manuka bushes that gives it its unique properties. This term is regulated by the Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association of New Zealand and a handful of certified manuka products can be found on Amazon.com.
The brand Comvita manuka honey is available on Amazon and is UMF certified. One particular customer on Amazon said that it this type of honey helped to erase their MRSA:
I had done a fair amount of research when a friend of ours got MRSA, and then, unfortunately, I got it too., said user JoshuaOne9 on Amazon. Thankfully, I had already done the research so I knew exactly what to do. As soon as I saw the red bump (thinking the first day that it was a mosquito bite) I scratched it, but the second day I realized that it had to be something else. My husband immediately knew what it was since we had been dealing with our friend’s case of MRSA. I got my hands on this Manuka honey and put on the area of skin that was affected and then it is very important that you cover it with a bandaid. Within hours I felt relief and within a few days it was completely gone…
While further research needs to be done, it’s safe to say that manuka honey shows plenty of promise in defeating one of the biggest health challenges faced by humanity in the 21st century, and this research should not be taken lightly.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or prevent disease. Consult a licensed naturopathic doctor before making any major changes to your diet or lifestyle.
First written in January 2016 and updated in April 2018; edited, rewritten and shared with permission via Live Free, Live Natural.
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