Wednesday, 03 September 2014 09:51

4 Tips for Glorious & Gorgeous Skin

The way your skin looks and feels can be a direct reflection of something going haywire inside your body.

Published in Mindful Medicine

Wednesday, 27 August 2014 14:00

Triclosan Hazard: Should You Change Your Toothpaste?

Triclosan is found in many of your home and personal care products. But studies have found this chemical is potentially hazardous.

Published in Mindful Medicine

Wednesday, 27 August 2014 11:22

DIY Natural Beauty with Carol Alt

Using natural ingredients on your body saves you from chemicals or harmful ingredients irritating your skin and scalp.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 27 August 2014 11:11

Flame Retardants: Is the Truth Too HOT to Handle?

Flame retardants sound good in theory. But what are you sacrificing in exchange for that feeling of safety?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 20 August 2014 11:45

Monsanto After Mom Bloggers PLUS: Water Scares Across the Nation

Monsanto's latest unscrupulous tactics, a water scare in Toledo, and the dangers of lanolin.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 06 August 2014 11:11

4 Tips to Avoid Phthalates

Exposure to phthalate chemicals is so rampant these days, evidence can be found in your urine, blood and even breast milk.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 23 July 2014 14:00

8 Additives Banned in Other Countries But NOT in the U.S.

Why are so many food additives banned in other countries but the not in the U.S.?

Published in Mindful Medicine

Wednesday, 23 July 2014 11:11

The Dangers of BPA

If you've purchased a plastic water bottle lately, you may have noticed it is labeled "BPA-Free." What exactly is BPA, and why would you want to be free of it?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 09 July 2014 11:45

Oregon Inches One Step Closer to Labeling GMOs

Oregon is one step closer to labeling GMOs and Brazil recently banned the marketing of junk food to kids.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 25 June 2014 11:45

Another Study Links Pesticides to Autism

A new study reinforces the link between pesticide exposure during pregnancy and autism.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 25 June 2014 11:33

Truvia: Dangerous Natural Sweetener?

Dr. Ginger explains why Truvia might not be as safe as you think.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 11 June 2014 11:33

Beauty Micro-Beads: Contaminating the Food Supply

Learn how micro-beads are contaminating the food supply and why you may soon want to skip eating chicken.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 11 June 2014 11:11

Why Air Fresheners Stink

Air fresheners are marketed with the promise of clean, healthy air. This is so far from the truth it almost could be a crime.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 28 May 2014 11:33

Delving Into the American Food Supply: From Jell-O to Subway

One of the many food staples of childhood is Jell-O. But if you dig deeper into the ingredients, what you find will disgust you.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 28 May 2014 11:11

Dishing the Dirt on Clean: Toxic Laundry Secrets

Commercials have a way of making toxic chemicals look safe and healthy. But nothing could be further from the truth.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 14 May 2014 11:11

5 Things in Your Home that Are Making You Sick

Everything from toxic cleaning products to poor indoor air quality can be making you and your family sick.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 07 May 2014 11:11

Toxic Toys: Dangerous Chemicals Found in Toys-R-Us Products

You may be aware of your exposure to toxic chemicals; but what about the products to which your kids are exposed?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:22

New Study: Glysophate Detected in Breast Milk

Glysophate is a chemical (herbicide) used to kill weeds that is sprayed on many GMO crops.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 02 April 2014 11:33

5 Popular Foods You THINK Are Healthy

Sports drinks, store-bought smoothies, and Watermelon Oreos... what do they all have in common?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 26 March 2014 11:22

New Study Links Autism to Environmental Toxins & Pollution

From autism to the banning of GMOs, Leah Segedie has the latest on breaking natural health news.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 19 March 2014 11:11

Calling All Women: Be a Health Advocate in Your Community

Did you know that many household products are actually dangerous?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 12 March 2014 11:22

Why Are There More Food Allergies than Ever Before?

According to Food Allergy Research and Education, every three minutes a food allergy reaction sends someone to the ER. Why are food allergies on the rise?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 05 March 2014 11:11

5 Simple Ways to Grow Younger

If there were five simple things you could do to keep your youth, wouldn't you at least try them?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 26 February 2014 11:33

Chewing Gum Linked to Health Concerns

Before you blow that next bubble, you might want to take a second to learn the many hazards of chewing gum.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 19 February 2014 11:00

Get Your Skin Spring Ready

Tired of winter's drying effects? Get your skin smooth, supple and ready for spring.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 12 February 2014 11:22

Detoxification: Give Your Liver a Break

Your liver is your major detoxification organ. But, do you ever give it a break? Renowned detox expert, Dr. Sara provides useful info on cleansing your body of harmful toxins.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 05 February 2014 11:22

Natural Feminine Care for “Down There”

Do you know what is in your feminine hygiene products? You may be making yourself sick and not even know it.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 22 January 2014 11:45

Choosing the Right Water Filtration System

Do you use a water filtration system? Your water may contain chemicals and microorganisms that could make you and your family very ill.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 22 January 2014 11:33

Dangerous Toxins: Petition to Remove them from Everyday Products

Consumers are pushing major companies to remove dangerous chemicals from popular products.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Wednesday, 22 January 2014 11:22

Are Your Cereals GMO Verified?

Popular cereals have recently become GMO free and GMO verified. Are the foods you eat non-GMO?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Saturday, 04 January 2014 16:25

What Hidden Dangers Are Lurking in Your Home?

You might be surprised by the ever-increasing toxins and other chemicals which you and your loved ones come into contact with on a daily basis.

Published in YOU The Owners Manual Podcast

Wednesday, 11 December 2013 11:33

Health Resolution: Lose the Soft Drinks!

Learn just how BAD soft drinks are for you and why you should make a resolution to "can" them.

Published in Naturally Savvy

Thursday, 14 November 2013 14:22

How to Read Food Labels

Learning how to read food labels ensures that you won't be seduced by manufactures' unwarranted claims and marketing jargon.

Published in Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith

Thursday, 14 November 2013 14:11

What’s REALLY in Your Food?

When it comes to grocery shopping, do you really know what you're getting? Learn how to avoid being seduced by the pretty pictures on the box.

Published in Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith

Tuesday, 12 November 2013 12:00

FDA Banning Trans Fats?

Are your favorite fried and junk foods about to change? And for the better?

Published in Train Your Body

Thursday, 07 November 2013 12:41

This is Your Brain on Onions

In cooking, onions are one of the components of mirepoix (pronounced meer-pwah) - a French culinary term for a finely chopped mix of onion, celery, and carrots. It's used as a flavor base for a wide variety of dishes.

I know this, not because I cook, but because I love watching the Food Channel. I don't know why, but watching other people cook simply fascinates me.

I digress ... back to onions.

Anyway, new research shows that onions are good for mice brains and probably ours as well. Eating them or supplementing with an onion extract may help to lower MDA or malondialdehyde, a marker of oxidative stress and a brain cell killer.

Published in RadioMD Blog

Wednesday, 06 November 2013 11:33

Overcoming Genetics to Improve Your Health

Is your health pre-determined by your genes? If cancer or heart disease runs in your family, are you destined to develop these conditions as well?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Thursday, 31 October 2013 23:00

Estrogen Dominance: Too Much of a Good Thing Can Be BAD

When there is an excess of any hormone in relation to the whole intricate system we call the"endocrine system", an overall imbalance develops, and health problems can arise. When there is too much estrogen and not enough progesterone to counteract its effects, the situation is called estrogen dominance.

Estrogen dominance is a multi-factorial situation and is caused by such things as exposure to excess environmental xenoestrogens, use of synthetic estrogens such as the birth control pill and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), anovulation (lack of ovulation during menstrual cycle, which is not uncommon among women older than 35), digestion issues (which tax the estrogen-detoxification process in the liver), unrelenting stress (which strains the adrenals and the thyroid), unresolved emotional issues, poor diet and negative lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol use.

How does estrogen dominance specifically alter women's health?

Published in RadioMD Blog

Thursday, 31 October 2013 14:45

Exposing Hidden Food Toxins

Learn about the most dangerous food toxins and how to protect against their toxic effects.

Published in Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith

Thursday, 31 October 2013 14:00

Exposing Hidden Environmental Toxins

Learn about two dangerous environmental toxins and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from their damaging effects.

Published in Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith

Wednesday, 09 October 2013 11:11

Do Environmental Factors Contribute to Breast Cancer?

What impact does the environment you live in have on your chances of developing breast cancer?

Published in Naturally Savvy

Sunday, 06 October 2013 23:27

Warning: Another Deadly Chemical in Our Food Supply

Brominated vegetable oil (BVO) is vegetable oil with bromine added to it. Brominated vegetable oil is used as an emulsifier in citrus-flavored soft drinks to help the flavors stay suspended in the drink and to produce a cloudy appearance.

Just look at Mountain Dew, for example. The hazy appearance within its very unnatural fluorescent color comes from BVO.

Patented by chemical companies as a flame retardant, and banned in food throughout Europe and Japan, BVO has been added to soft drinks for decades in North America. Now, some scientists have a renewed interest in this little-known ingredient.

Published in RadioMD Blog

Thursday, 03 October 2013 14:11

Avoiding Artificial Sweeteners

Avoid artificial sweeteners at all cost – they have been linked to many adverse health effects.

Published in Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith

Thursday, 03 October 2013 14:00

Is Your Hair Dye Killing You?

Permanent and semi-permanent hair dyes contain dangerous chemicals that have been linked to serious health problems — including cancer.

Published in Healthy Talk w/ Dr. Michael Smith

Wednesday, 25 September 2013 14:45

Phytoestrogens: Helpful or Harmful?

Some estrogen found in your body is absorbed from dangerous chemicals and detrimental to health. But phytoestrogens are plant-based and may actually be beneficial.

Published in Mindful Medicine

Wednesday, 25 September 2013 11:33