Seafood has a reputation for being nutritious and good for you. Eating seafood offers a lean, low-calorie, high-quality protein source with essential omega-3 fatty acid content and anti-inflammatory properties. But unfortunately, most seafood is going to carry a whopping helping…
Wearing a face mask is not exactly a pleasant experience. But as the coronavirus pandemic drags on, it’s become clear that masking up is necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19. Experts agree the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 spreads most…
If you’ve been doing your best to keep your home sanitized to protect your family from the coronavirus pandemic, you might be overlooking a crucial part of your cleaning routine: your car. That’s right, just like your home, your car…
Scrubbing your house frequently might seem like a great way to fight germs and stay healthy, but the reality is that you might be endangering your health even further. Adding antibacterial chemicals to cleaning products can be a harmful move,…
It’s time to address that dreaded topic – toxic pesticide exposure. You might think it’s unlikely to affect you directly, but believe me, it’s a real and present danger that’s happening right now. I keep coming across patients suffering from…
Did you know that the air you breathe every day could be damaging your DNA and putting you at risk for disease? It’s a scary thought. But the truth is, air pollution poses a real danger to your health. It’s…
A healthy diet is essential for optimal wellness, but using the wrong cookware could be contaminating your food with health-damaging toxins. Over the past decade, consumer reports have highlighted the presence of harmful chemicals and heavy metals in aluminum and…
Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are present everywhere in our daily lives. They are emitted by electronic devices, power lines, high-definition televisions, and Bluetooth devices, to name just a few. This constant exposure to EMFs results in “electro smog,” an invisible fog…
Pollution can wreak havoc on our health, but many people overlook the quality of air within their own homes. A study in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that air pollution in our homes can increase the risk of…
If you need one more reason to finally kick the fast food habit for good, it turns out it’s not just the food at fast food restaurants that can harm your health… it’s the packaging too. You see, in an…
You’ve likely heard of bisphenol-A (BPA), a chemical added to plastics to make them soft and pliable. Many manufacturers are now using “BPA-free” plastics to give the impression that their products are safe. However, don’t be fooled – they’re still…
It’s no secret that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are a hot topic in today’s world of food and nutrition. These foods have been genetically engineered to take on new traits, such as higher yield or pest resistance. Those who oppose…