(BigGovernment.news) In the age of Obama, nothing, apparently, is too insignificant to regulate. Or ban. That includes potato chips. As reported by Watchdog.org, the agency has set its sights on a small regional company in Ohio that has manufactured and marketed chips since World War II, developing quite a following in the process. But that’s […]

A disease that has been steadily on the rise, and is now reaching epidemic proportions is diabetes. What was once a disease that affected the old and overweight, is now a disease that is affecting our children at a very young age. What baffles my mind the most is that type 2 diabetes is completely […]

It is common knowledge that you should be taking your vitamin C every day to ensure that you remain in good health, and to load up on it if you are sick with the flu or a cold. But did you know that vitamin C — especially liposomal vitamin C — has been shown to […]

(MindBodyScience.news) You may have already heard that drinking fresh, organic fruit and vegetable juices can be beneficial to your health. But there are some kinds of juices that are particularly powerful. Here they are! Beetroot juice Research has shown that beetroot juice is effective in increasing energy and lowering blood pressure. Beetroot juice helps lower blood […]

(Homesteading.news) A few years back researchers from The Netherlands have found that organically fed chickens develop different genes than their conventionally fed counterparts. The result is that the genes responsible for creating cholesterol have a higher expression in organically fed chickens, yet these birds do not have elevated blood cholesterol levels. Commissioned by the Louis Bolk Institute in […]

“Do you know what you’re doing? This food could feed so many people!”  I could taste my disgust as I spoke to an employee of a well known grocery chain a couple months back. He was dutifully marching to the outside trash bin with an overloaded cart of what he called waste. I saw watermelons, tomatoes, pineapples, mushrooms, avocados, bananas, oranges, […]

(Homesteading.news) As you plan your organic garden this spring, you may want to include some important medicinal herbs that pack a punch for alternative health benefits. Herbal medicine is an old healing art that goes back thousands of years and in fact, many of our modern day medicines are derivatives of plain, old herbs. Johns Hopkins Medicine states […]

After most dental office visits, your technician hands you a little gift bag as you leave. It’s replete with a miniature floss, a shiny new toothbrush and, most likely, a mini-size tube of Colgate toothpaste. Colgate Palmolive is the conglomerate behind this popular brand. They boast 38,000 employees globally and market a basket of oral and personal care products, soaps and dog food, among […]

Many people confuse hemp with its cousin, marijuana, which is banned in many countries around the world and states in the US. Marijuana is still classified as a dangerous drug, although the momentum towards decriminalizing the plant is accelerating and will not be stopped, as more and more realise the natural benefits that it offers. […]

One of my favorite vegetables of all time is broccoli. In my family, growing up we simply called them “trees”, and enjoyed pretending to be giants when eating them. But, little did I know what amazing things my little trees were doing for my body! It’s no secret that they’re healthy, but just how healthy? […]

(Homesteading.news) With spring in full swing, gardeners across North America have been busily tending to their gardens to prepare for another year of successful food production. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just planting for the first time, there are always some tricks that can help make your garden the best ever. Depending on the […]

The world was shocked when they learned about how Monsanto, an agrichemical and biotech giant, lied upfront about the safety of RoundUp herbicide. RoundUp is widely used around the world and is generously applied on genetically engineered crops. RoundUp was advertised as biodegradable and eco-friendly, but little did we know that Monsanto had secret toxicology […]

There are many different types of fat out there, some of which come with a wide spectrum of health benefits. One specific type of fat that is proving to be extremely beneficial for our bodies is medium chain triglycerides (MCT). One specific benefit is MCT’s ability to help you lose weight. Fats are not usually […]

(Homesteading.news) Growing up on a family-scale farm and drinking raw cow’s milk are two important elements that promote robust childhood immune development. These are the findings of a recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, which found that farm-raised children generally tend to have less allergies, asthma and other autoimmune problems compared to […]

Hemp oil is high in fatty acids and has a composition similar to skin lipids. It makes a superb natural moisturizer, excellent for dehydrated skin and nails. It is said to increase skin elasticity and water retention capacity and it is safe to apply directly onto the skin. Combined with proteins, lipids (fats) form a […]