Sunday, December 6, 2009

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Slim-Fast warning: Bacterial contamination leads to nationwide recall of processed "junk" beverage
(NaturalNews) If you drink Slim-Fast and suffer from diarrhea, cramps and vomiting, now there's a new reason for such effects, beyond the simple fact that Slim-Fast is made primarily from processed milk and sugar water: All Slim-Fast beverages have just...

Now You Can Even Die Green: Biodegradable Eco-Coffins Introduced in U.S.
(NaturalNews) A Colorado-based company is now offering U.S. consumers the option of being buried in a fully biodegradable casket made out of banana sheaves and bamboo. "As more and more American families and communities look for eco-friendly solutions...

Study Reveals Stronger Muscles Lead to Better Brain Function
A recent study published in the November 2009 issue of Archives of Neurology revealed that the greater muscle strength a person has, the more likely he or she is to maintain proper cognitive function over time. The study examined 970...

Hearing loss is not an inevitable part of aging
(NaturalNews) NaturalNews has already reported how a long-accepted "fact" about aging -- that our brains shrink -- has turned out to be bogus science. (http://www.naturalnews.com/027212_brains_aging_health.html). Now comes research that strongly suggests...

Beware: Adulteration of Essential Oils, Part I
Adulteration (the `stretching` or `extending`) of genuine essential oils, in order to increase profits or to `standardize` an oil, is apparently common practice within the essential oil industry. It seems `100% essential oil` on a label is...

Use Tips from David Wolfe to Increase Bone Density
The well-known author and supporter of the raw-vegan lifestyle, David Wolfe (www.davidwolfe.com) states that, "Calcium does not build bones. This is one of the biggest misconceptions ever." He states that silicon and magnesium are the keys...

Use Home Spa Solutions for Aching, Tired and Smelly Feet
Women in particular tend to wear shoes that contribute to foot problems and back trouble, largely as a result of wearing high heels or badly fitting shoes. Many women walk an estimated 15 kilometers a day in the course of activities such...

NaturalNews to publish year-end discounts and specials from health product companies
(NaturalNews) On December 28th, NaturalNews will publish a free guide to be distributed to all readers, featuring year-end discounts and specials from health-related companies of all kinds. This guide is free to readers and listings are free for health...