Mouse study finds toxic effects of glyphosate in the second and third generation after exposure
When a pregnant mouse (F0) was injected with glyphosate, effects are seen on the children (F1), grandchildren (F2), and great-grand mouse children (F3).
Autoimmune Disease: A Weak Immune System?
Common knowledge says that autoimmunity is an overactive immune system. In other words, "the body is attacking itself." Not exactly. In most cases, the immune system isn't too strong, it's…
Do blood-thinning drugs cause heart disease?
Summary: If you are taking coumadin, you may be at risk of heart disease because of vitamin K deficiency. This risk can be reduced by supplementing with certain forms of…
The American Heart Association vs. Coconut Oil
The American Heart Association (AHA) recently issued a “Presidential Advisory” which linked saturated fat with heart disease, and encouraged the increased use of vegetable seed oils. The lead author said,…
Coconut Oil Is Healthy…. Now It’s Not?
Coconut oil is healthy, … Coconut oil is bad for you. Saturated fat causes heart disease… now it doesn't? Sigh. It seems like every few days a report comes out…
Coconut Oil Observational Studies
Very few scientific studies have been done comparing coconut oil to other types of fats. A few studies found fats from coconut oil to be helpful in reducing LDL oxidation…
The Lowdown on Coconut Oil
By Terry Stephens Perhaps you have read the recent headlines: “Coconut oil isn’t healthy. It’s never been healthy” - USA Today. “Nutrition experts warn coconut oil is on par with…