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Why buy organic milk? Most milk that is not organic contains bovine growth hormone (rBGH). What? rBGH is a genetically derived hormone that works as a hormone disruptor in humans. Additionally, as Samuel Epstein, MD, explains “BGH makes cows sick (mastitis)… is chemically, and nutritionally different than natural milk… is supercharged with high levels of a natural growth factor (IGF-1), which is readily absorbed through the gut (IGI-1 blocks natural defense mechanisms against early cancers). Why do dairy farmers use...

Low magnesium increases the risk of depression, strokes, hypertension and other cardiovascular illness. In fact, low magnesium increases levels of C-Reactive Protein which itself is a predictor of elevated cardiovascular risk. Dr. Mary Ackerley reports that:” Symptoms of magnesium deficiency are anxiety, depression, constipation, twitches, headaches and migraines, high blood pressure and restless legs.” So, can you eat magnesium in your diet? Dietary sources ofmagnesium include leafy green vegetables, meats, grains, nuts and seeds. Vegetables, nuts and seeds grown organically...

The New York Times recently posted an article explaining that “ Many Americans assume that the chemicals in their shampoos, detergents and other consumer products have been thoroughly tested and proved to be safe. This assumption is wrong. Unlike pharmaceuticals or pesticides, industrial chemicals do not have to be tested before they are put on the market. “It’s the worst kind of Catch-22,” said Dr. Richard Denison, senior scientist at the Environmental Defense Fund. “Under this law, the E.P.A. can’t...

If you are like millions of other women, you use as many as 20 different skin and face products. Martha Grout, MD, explains “Cosmetics contain many different kinds of chemicals, but of particular concern are a group of preservatives called parabens, which by some estimates are found in 99per cent of all ‘leave on’ cosmetics, and 77 per cent of ‘rinse off’ cosmetics. These are known hormone disruptors: evidence suggests they can mimic the female hormone estrogen, and a lifetime...

“You are what you eat”, right?  Actually, scientists are proving this more profoundly than ever.  The new science of nutrigenomics – now nutrients impact our genes – is revealing the complex interplay between diet and our genes.  This further illustrates the critical importance of food choices and our health.  Learn more from your iRNPA about using this information to better protect your health. Karen Mercereau, RN, iRNPA