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Top 12 Right-to-Know Grocers on the Non GMO Frontline

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Realfarmacy, By: Justin Gardener, 08/29/2013

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It is clear that government, food corporations, and industrial agriculture are not interested in informing the public about genetically modified food.  Even the ability to perform independent scientific research is stifled by these entities.

 

In the face of this we must relay on grassroots market power and the free transfer of knowledge that still exists.  Thousands of smaller grocers exist across the country providing certified non-GMO alternatives and educating customers about GMOs.  They work with manufacturers and local producers to transition to non-GMO ingredients.

 

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5 Home-made (& Dairy-free) Milk Alternatives

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True Activist, By: Amanda Froelich, 08/26/2013

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With Harvard’s confirming study on the detrimental effects of milk consumption , startled families are torn between habit and health-minded effort as to what to consume in its place. Creamy, filling, and a staple to many, its acidifying, hard-to-digest effects have long been overlooked for too long by dairy industry-backed regulators. There are many reasons to once and for all put down your glass of Moo juice.

 

First, cow’s milk is essential…for baby calves meant to increase substantially in weight during their first years of life. The molecules vary dramatically from human breast milk and because individuals lose their ability to produce lactase (the enzyme that digests lactose) at a young age, most every individual is lactose intolerant. This can cause flatulence, acne, and fatigue among many other symptoms.

 

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11 Herbs to Naturally Improve Lactation in Nursing Mothers: Alternative to GMO Baby Formulas

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Naturalsociety, By: Christina Sarich, 08/26/2013

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We know that breastfeeding is exceptionally more beneficial for any baby’s health, and we know that GMO soy and corn are primary ingredients in baby formula (along with countless other food products), but there is good news. Alternative and safe, natural ways of increasing a mother’s milk supply are readily available and inexpensive.

 

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Five Reasons to Eat Watermelon

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National Geographic, By: Amanda Fiegl, 08/20/2013

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Big, sloppy slices of watermelon served at a picnic table are the quintessential summer snack—sweet enough to be dessert but, as several recent studies remind us, good for our health as well. (And only 84 calories per wedge!)

 

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Six Easy Steps To Avoid Common Genetically Modified Foods

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Shiftfrequency.com, By: Jonathan Benson (Naturalnews), 08/11/2013

Awareness about the presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in the food supply is at an all-time high throughout America, thanks in large part to the Proposition 37 ballot initiative in California. But many people are now asking the question, “If GMOs aren’t labeled, how can I know whether or not the foods I buy contain them?” To help you make the best effort at avoiding GMOs while shopping at the grocery store, here are six recommendations on what to look for and what to avoid.

 

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10 Reasons you should Drink Lemon Water in the Mornings

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By: Healthy-holistic-living.com, 08/12/2013

I start out each day with a large glass of room temperature lemon water. Lemons are rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C, an antioxidant that boosts the immune system, protects against cardiovascular disease and even has cancer-fighting properties. Incorporating warm water with lemon juice into your diet is an easy way to meet the daily recommended allowance for vitamin C and keep your body functioning smoothly.

 

According to Ayurvedic philosophy, choices that you make regarding your daily routine either build up resistance to disease or tear it down.

 

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Health Benefits of Cloves: The Super Spice for Healing

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Naturalsociety.com, By: Christina Sarich, 08/08/2013

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The super spice, cloves, comes from a dried bud on the Myrtaceae tree that grows in tropical climates throughout the world, but that originated in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Southern India. The health benefits of cloves are so great that the spice is harvested profusely in Zanzibar and is used in folk-remedies around the world – including Chinese medicine. Over 1000 tons of cloves are imported to the US ever year.

 

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7 Home Remedies for Kidney Stones – Natural Foods & Herbs for Kidney Health

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Naturalsociety.com, By: Christina Sarich, 08/08/2013

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Have you ever experienced kidney stones, or are you experiencing them right now? While these stones generally don’t cause any permanent damage, they can cause some of the most sharp and intense pain you’ve ever felt. You may want nothing more than painkillers while you guzzle down water to help the stones pass, but know this – they aren’t required, Actually, there are numerous home remedies for kidney stones that can hasten this uncomfortable and painful process.

 

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Colloidal Gold: Discover the Benefits and Wonders

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Naturalsociety.com, By: Paul Fassa, 08/06/2013

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Much has been written or said about colloidal silver’s powerful antibiotic, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties. But do you know about colloidal gold? It is produced the same way as colloidal silver to create nano-particles of gold that are assimilated into a body’s cells. But for what purpose? Keep reading to discover which health benefits colloidal gold can provide for you.

 

Unlike colloidal silver, colloidal gold is not considered an antiseptic. Instead, nano-particles of gold offer protection against auto-immune disease and cancer rather than infectious disease. Despite the CDC publicly announcing flu scare tactics to encourage vaccinations every fall and winter, and despite the propaganda intended to force more childhood vaccinations that are more life threatening than the diseases they “protect against”, most infectious diseases have been declining throughout the industrial world.

 

4 Benefits of Magnesium, Signs of Deficiency, and Food Sources

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Naturalsociety.com, By: Elizabeth Renter, 08/03/2013

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Magnesium is just one mineral offering numerous health benefits. But the average person likely couldn’t name two, let alone tell you which foods are good sources of the important nutrient. From reducing your risk of stroke to helping fight Type 2 diabetes, magnesium is something we should all know about and be sure we are getting enough. In addition to checking out an earlier post outlining 16 magnesium deficiency symptoms, read below to see what magnesium can do to improve your health.

 

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