by Brenda Watson | Sep 28, 2017 | Cancer, Front Page, Mammograms, Skin
The topic of breast cancer screening is a controversial one, with an array of recommendations even among mainstream medical organizations. Mammograms are the recommended screening method in conventional medicine, but when to begin screening and how often to screen are...
by Brenda Watson | Jun 9, 2014 | Allergies, Antibiotic resistance, Conditions
Antibacterial soaps are found in millions of homes across the country. In an effort to “scrub away the germs,” people are taking what they think is an extra measure of safety by purchasing these soaps. Unfortunately not only are antibacterial soaps no more effective...
by Brenda Watson | Sep 7, 2012 | General
One of the most talked about toxins these days is bisphenol A (BPA), a toxin found in many household products. Most, if not all, people in the developing world come into contact with it every day. BPA is an endocrine disruptor, interfering with hormone function in the...
by Brenda Watson | Nov 19, 2010 | General
We all know air pollution is bad for you. That’s a fact. But it can be hard to determine just how bad it really is. There have been many studies that link air pollution to harmful health effects. Recently, a strong link between diabetes and air pollution was found,...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 20, 2010 | General
I can be a little neurotic sometimes when it comes to cleaning. What can I say? I love a clean house! But for all you gals like me who spend a lot of your free time scrubbing, polishing, spraying and sprucing up, this recent study published in the journal...