Eat Healthy Health Are Artificial Colors bad for you? As people, we are drawn to colors, in fact, many of us have a favorite color. Color draws us to things psychologically with some colors known to affect your mood and can alter your perspective. Manufacturers draw upon this psychological effect and incorporate color as a marketing strategy. After all, would your kid prefer a […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health IS POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL SAFE TO INGEST? Polyethylene glycol is derived from petroleum and is made from ethylene glycol. Right off the bat, it should be obvious from these names that it is not a naturally occurring product. As an extra tidbit, ethylene glycol is the primary ingredient in anti-freeze. This should make consumers a little uncomfortable. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) has many applications […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Eat Healthy Health IS PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED OIL BAD? Partially hydrogenated comes from mixing hydrogen into liquid oil to make it solid. This process is known as hydrogenation. Hydrogenated fat molecules contain trans fat which is harmful to your health and is regarded as the worse type of fat. These types of fat are known to increase cholesterol in the body making the body […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health WHAT ARE THE DANGERS OF MERCURY? Mercury’s alias is Quicksilver. It is an element chemically form with the atomic number of 80 and a chemical symbol of Hg. Mercury is regarded as the only metallic element having a liquid form at a standard temperature of 273K and a standard pressure of 1atm. It is a silver-like substance, and it is known […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health IS HYDROQUINONE BAD FOR THE SKIN? Hydroquinone is a chemical compound also known as benzene or quinol. It is a type of skin-lightening agent which bleaches the skin. It can be used to purposely lighten the skin or treat different kinds of hyperpigmentation issues. Hydroquinone has been used traditionally in the lightening of some dark patches of skin which are also […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health WHY DO FARMERS USE GROWTH HORMONES? Growth Hormones are a protein hormone that alters the rate of growth in humans and other animals. It consists of over 191 amino acids forming single-chain polypeptide. It is released from the pituitary gland into the bloodstream. These hormones act to promote growth in the animals that are treated with it. Growth hormones used in […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health Is Glyphosate hazardous? Glyphosate is a herbicide used by farmers, in a bid to kill off weed, but it is not selective. It kills any plants in its way whether it is weed or food. Once it comes in contact with the plant, it stops it from creating some proteins that are necessary for its growth. Glyphosate prevents […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health Is fragrance bad for you and your skin? Fragrance does not comes from flowers, regardless of the fancy photo that is on your perfume bottle. It's made in a lab and it is sad! #healthy February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
12 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BE EATING AN AVOCADO PER DAY 12 health benefits of avocados. Some are surprising. Check it out now #avocado #eathealthy #loseweight Written by Nikki July 4, 2019July 4, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Do you know how many minerals your body needs daily? A handy reference for all minerals our body needs #eathealthy #healthy. Written by Nikki February 3, 2019February 3, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Do you know how many minerals your body needs daily? A handy reference for all minerals our body needs #eathealthy #healthy. Written by Nikki February 3, 2019February 3, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How much of each macronutrient do you need daily? Eliminating carbohydrates is a goal of many. It is certainly true that excess carbohydrates do contribute to long term problems such as obesity and diabetes as carbohydrates are converted to sugar in your body. However, your body does need carbohydrates. I have a coworker who is consistently dieting. One morning I brought in a home-made […] Written by Nikki February 3, 2019September 9, 2023 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Why you should be concerned about diacetyl in your popcorn? The chemical, Diacetyl, is a yellow liquid with an intense buttery flavor. It can be a by-product of fermentation and can be seen in some alcoholic beverages. In other cases, it is placed in some delicacies in a bid to improve the food’s flavor. How is diacetyl bad? Diacetyl may have a tasty buttery flavor […] Written by Nikki February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Lead Poisoning – Do you know how to protect your kids? What is Lead? Lead is a dense, heavy metal and very toxic. Lead poisoning poses a severe health threat to young children under the age of 6. Our bodies confuse calcium and lead and will store it in your bones permanently. High exposure can even lead to death. Lower levels of exposure will cause symptoms […] Written by Nikki April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
What Toothpaste Should I buy for my Baby and More.. As a parent we want whats best for our babies, so when those teeth start busting through those gums you know its time to think about ways to keep them clean. I have some links throughout to my favorite products, products I have used for myself, and if you purchase from those links I will […] Written by Nikki April 23, 2024April 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked