by Brenda Watson | Jan 16, 2015 | Environmental Toxins, Heart Disease
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical utilized in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins used in the linings of food cans, water bottles, and dental fillings. It is produced in high volumes throughout the world. In the United States it has been detected...
by Brenda Watson | Jul 19, 2013 | General
Phthalates (pronounced THAL-ates) are chemicals added to plastics used in a wide array of household items from flooring to furniture, plates to plastic wrap, and kids’ toys to tubing. It’s everywhere. While once thought a harmless chemical, studies are continually...
by Brenda Watson | Jun 28, 2013 | General
When we hear recommendations to get more sunshine, it’s usually because the right sunshine exposure will help your body produce vitamin D, a vitamin that seems to have endless benefits when it comes to total-body health. But I’m not talking about vitamin D today. As...
by Brenda Watson | May 10, 2013 | General
High blood pressure is a common condition affecting 1 in 3 adults in the United States. Many people have high blood pressure for years without even knowing it. That’s why it’s called the silent killer. High blood pressure is one of the signs that you have silent...
by Brenda Watson | Mar 11, 2013 | General
It’s true that just about everyone is stressed these days. Our lives are packed with things to do, places to be, and then more things to do. We are constantly on the move with little down time to help us recuperate. And sleep? It’s usually cut short to make time for...
