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Monthly Archives: June 2014

Vitamin D – Vampires, No. You, Yes.

Jun 18, 2014Blogchiromend0 Comment

Everyone knows if you sit in the sun too long you can get sunburn.  However, what you may not realize is that when your skin is in direct contact with sunlight, your body is doing one of the most important things it does to maintain health.  Your body is making Vitamin D.  Why is this […]

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly on Vitamins

Jun 18, 2014Blogchiromend0 Comment

The American Medical Association recommends supplementing the diet with vitamins due to nutrient deficiencies in food (JAMA. 2002;287:3116-3126). However, not all vitamins are made equal. The biggest difference between big box-store brands and higher quality supplements like those you may get from a holistic health professional are in how the nutrients are derived and how the […]

The Sneaky Truth Behind Trans Fats

Jun 18, 2014Blogchiromend0 Comment

Trans fats are liquid vegetable oils that have had hydrogen gas pumped through it to make them solid.  This process prevents the oil from spoiling and extends the shelf life of the processed foods that are made with trans fats. What Hydrogenated and Partially Hydrogenated Oils Do to Your Health: Trans fats: *  Block the […]

Are You Drinking What Your Neighbors Are Flushing?

Jun 18, 2014Blogchiromend0 Comment

In our modern era, tap water is the most polluted it’s ever been even though it “looks” clean.  Tap water has been tested positive for pesticides, manufacturing chemicals, heavy metals like lead, particulate matter (including toilet paper), prescriptions such as birth control and anti-depressants, as well as steroids from cows. A growing concern is the […]

Toxic Fish, Toxic You

Jun 18, 2014Blogchiromend0 Comment

Fish are a great source of lean protein that should be a part of an anti-inflammatory diet. However, due to the toxicity of our current environment it’s important to know what kind of fish is safe for consumption. Mercury, a heavy metal that when consumed in large quantity, can cause neurological damage. It is also […]

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