The health risks of antibacterial products
Triclosan is an ingredient added to many consumer products (antibacterial soap, toothpaste, body washes, etc.) to reduce or prevent bacterial contamination, however, it can also be found in clothing, kitchenware, toys, and furniture. At first glance, something that has the opportunity to reduce bacteria seems like a good idea to add to products for our […]
Study Finds Potential Link Between Soy Formula and Seizures
Seizures — caused by uncontrolled electrical currents in the brain — occur in many neurological disorders including epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, Down syndrome and […]
Vinyl flooring linked to potentially harmful substances at schools and daycare centers
According to the Environmental Science & Technology, vinyl flooring in daycares and schools expose children to phthalates which have been linked to developmental and reproductive problems. Phthalate is known endocrine disruptors. The lead researcher notes that polyvinyl chloride (PVC) also known as vinyl, is the second-most produced plastic and is common in flooring. Phthalates […]
Bowel Nosodes Help Children with Gut Issues
If you have a child with autism you know that often times they struggle with their bowels and this can be for a variety of reasons. Intestinal bacteria, leaky gut, allergies and food intolerances. In fact, research demonstrates a close correlation between gut microflora and various aspects of health, such as nutritional status, behavior, and […]
Whole Body Vibration Helps Adolescents with Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) affects more than half a million people in the United States and few therapies have been successful at increasing bone and muscle strength among those with CP. Whole […]
Flame Retardants and Your Health
Polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) is a commonly used flame retardant and has been associated with thyroid disease, learning issues in children, potential links to autism and cancer. PBDEs are used throughout the United States and flame retardants vary by state – however since California has the highest population, most manufacturers strive to meet California’s Technical […]
Flower Essences
Flower Essences are homeopathically prepared remedies from the blooms of plants, bushes, and trees that were discovered by Dr. Edward Bach, a well-known bacteriologist, physician and pathologist […]
How Arsenic in Chicken Feed Impacts the Environment and Your Health
For more than 60 years, poultry growers have been using a drug approved by the FDA was known as Roxarsone in their chicken feed. Roxarsone helps fight parasites called coccidia that threaten to eat through the guts of the chicken, help chickens grow faster and gives them a better-looking color so they appear more edible. […]
How Genetically Modified Food Impacts Your Health
In 1996, genetically modified corn and soy were introduced in the United States and today 88% of our corn and 94% of our soy is genetically modified. These GM foods are introduced into our food supply without FDA approval and companies comprise their own guidelines, standards, and trials without any input from safety organizations and […]
Autism, OCD and Anxiety Associated with PANDAS and PANS
For years physicians who treat children with autism and other DSM diagnosis have stated that there is a link between these conditions and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Diagnosis Associated with Streptococcal Infections). The patients they treat with biomedical interventions have experienced improvements and up until recently, mainstream medicine was not on board. This all changed […]