(Organic Slant) Triclosan is an antimicrobial commonly found in soaps, shampoos, toothpastes and many other household items. Despite its widespread use, researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine report potentially serious consequences of long-term exposure to the chemical. The study, published Nov. 17 by Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, shows that […]
Just one gram of turmeric could boost memory
(Organic Slant) Adding just one gram of turmeric to breakfast could help improve the memory of people who are in the very early stages of diabetes and at risk of cognitive impairment. The finding has particular significance given that the world’s ageing population means a rising incidence of conditions that predispose people to diabetes, which […]
McDonald’s says no to GMO potato
(Organic Slant) The McDonalds Corporation has stated that they will not sell french fries made from the recently approved “Innate” genetically engineered potato. The Capital Press reported that a McDonalds spokesperson stated, “McDonald’s USA does not source GMO potatoes nor do we have current plans to change our sourcing practice.” Genetically Modified Organisms and genetically engineered food products have […]
Rapid and simple diagnostic test specific to 2014 Ebola outbreak
(Organic Slant) Researchers have developed a fast and simple diagnostic test solution specific to the 2014 Ebola outbreak. With the current epidemic of Ebola virus in West Africa, scientists are racing to provide an easy-to-use, affordable solution for screening suspect Ebola patients. High-tech British company Primerdesign Ltd, a spin-off company from the University of Southampton, […]
21-day quarantine period for Ebola should be 42 days
(Organic Slant) One of the tenets for minimizing the risk of spreading Ebola Virus has been a 21-day quarantine period for individuals who might have been exposed to the virus. But a new study suggests that 21 days might not be enough to completely prevent spread of the virus. Experts say there could be up […]
‘Eating on the Wild Side’ controversial ‘TRUTH’ of the missing link to optimal health
(Organic Slant) In Eating on the Wild Side, author Jo Robinson reveals how the nutrition and flavor has been bred out of supermarket fruits and vegetables. Robinson tells us what we can do to reclaim our wild roots and the nutrition from our foods. Ever since farmers first planted seeds 10,000 years ago, humans have been […]
‘Eating on the Wild Side’ controversial ‘TRUTH’ of the missing link to optimal health
(Organic Slant) In Eating on the Wild Side, author Jo Robinson reveals how the nutrition and flavor has been bred out of supermarket fruits and vegetables. Robinson tells us what we can do to reclaim our wild roots and the nutrition from our foods. Ever since farmers first planted seeds 10,000 years ago, humans have been […]
Mental Processes Influence Body’s Immune System
(Organic Slant) Dr. Robert Ader, an experimental psychologist who was among the first scientists to show how mental processes influence the body’s immune system, a finding that changed modern medicine, died on Tuesday in Pittsford, N.Y. He was 79. Dr. Ader, who spent his entire career as a professor of psychiatry and psychology at the […]
Aloic Organic Aloe Vera Drink, a fusion of organic aloe vera juice and added pulp….
(Organic Slant) All-natural beverage importer and distributor Epicurex launched Aloic, a fusion of organic aloe vera juice and added pulp. The product will be available in major supermarket chains and through Amazon. Whenever you feel like grabbing a soft drink, stop and think ALOIC. One taste will convince you that going for the good stuff is […]
Pigs fed a GMO diet exhibited health problems more than pigs fed a comparable non-GMO diet
Organic Slant) Pigs fed a diet of GM corn and soy experienced numerous adverse health effects, including sever stomach inflammation and an enlarged uterus according to a new peer-reviewed long-term feeding study. Published in the Organic Systems Journal, the peer-reviewed study analyzed 168 just-weaned commercial pigs for 22.7 weeks, or just over 5 months. Half of the […]