Monthly Archives: October 2011
Chocolatey Goodness!
Chocolate was used as medicine during the 18th century. It was believed that chocolate could cure a stomach ache. The only “real” food that U.S. Astronauts are allowed to take into space is pecan nuts. Hershey’s Kisses are called that because the machine that makes them looks like it’s kissing the conveyor belt.… Read More
Really? How Interesting!
American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating one olive from each salad in first class. Left handed people live slightly shorter lives than right handed people. You burn more calories sleeping than you do watching television. In the 1800′s, people believed that gin could cure stomach problems. McDonalds calls frequent buyers of their food… Read More
What Does Your Food Do For You?
Overview Eating healthy foods as part of a balanced diet can help you to sustain health and reduce your risks of chronic diseases. Healthy foods can be fun to prepare and eat, especially when you learn about facts that make the food more exciting to consume. Consult your doctor or nutritionist about your health and… Read More
So They Say …
Excessive cleanliness is bad for your health. A little bit of germs helps your body’s immune system. The risk of getting a heart attack is higher on Mondays and during three days after your doctor diagnoses you with the flu or another respiratory disease. Washing your nose with salt water can help you avoid a… Read More
IODINE: Throwing Gasoline onto a Fire:
Iodine is a hot supplement these days. Many people and practitioners have come to value iodine’s therapeutic potential, especially for breast and uterine fibroids. Iodine is also vital to thyroid function, as it is a major cofactor and stimulator for the enzyme TPO. But for the person with Hashimoto’s, supplementing with iodine is like throwing… Read More
