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Don’t forget about CoQ10 with your Statin
Post on by Christine Gonzalez
If you're taking a statin (Lipitor, Zocor, Pravachol, Mevacor, Crestor, etc) to lower your cholesterol or prevent cardiovascular problems, you should seriously consider taking a CoQ10 supplement. You have probably heard about the dangers of high cholesterol, particularly LDL (“bad cholesterol”). Statins work by blocking an enzyme in the liver...... -
Food, Inc.: Put this film at the top of your “must see” list this summer
Post on by Ellen Kittredge
Judging by the turnout for the recent opening of the brand-new food documentary, Food, Inc. (it topped the per-theater average of all the movies at the box office on its opening weekend), Americans care about food. We want to know how our food is produced, who or what is harmed...... -
Lower Lipids Naturally
Post on by James Brodsky, M.D.
So often I am asked if cholesterol or triglycerides can be lowered without prescription medication. The answer is yes. First, know what your low-density cholesterol (LDL, “bad cholesterol”) is and what it should be. If it is greater than 130, it is probably too high. If it is over...... -
Green Sunscreen, Safe Sunscreen
Post on by Beth Ritchie
During many years working in fragile tropical ecosystems, I have wrestled with the knotty dilemma of selecting sunscreen. One in five Americans will have a brush with skin cancer: a million cases are diagnosed each year. How do we protect ourselves and our children from UVA & UVB rays while...... -
Genetically Modified Foods: Why Doctors Advise Getting Them Out of Your Diet
Post on by Ellen Kittredge
Americans have been eating genetically modified (GM or GMO) foods for over 10 years, mainly in the form of corn, soy, canola, and cottonseed oil. Most Americans are unaware that GM foods are a new introduction to the human diet, and that they are guinea pigs in one of the...... -
Stop and Smell the Roses – Gardening for Stress Relief
Post on by Margo Gladding
We all know that stress is everywhere and for many individuals it is unavoidable. However, while you may not be aware of it now, if not dealt with properly, stress can significantly affect your health and well-being. That is why it is so important that you find healthy ways to...... -
Best Organic Shampoo
Post on by Beth Ritchie
Last time I reviewed the chemicals you don’t want in a shampoo. What ingredients do you want for safe and effective results, and which brands are best? The best ingredients are “certified organic,” next best are ‘organic.” Most top-performing organic shampoos provide a combination of ingredients that cleanse and moisturize....... -
Eating in Season
Post on by Paula Gallagher
Summer is around the corner and fresh fruits and vegetables are products of these warmer days. Farmers markets are a great place to get the freshest produce. You are not only supporting local farmers, but you are also doing your part for the environment by reducing the miles that asparagus...... -
Harmful Chemicals in Shampoo
Post on by Beth Ritchie
Eco-coaching clients often ask me about personal care products, wanting to know which ones I buy for my family. Shampoos, conditioners, and cleansers are awash in synthetic and chemical ingredients. Yet most Americans continue to use them, buying these products in their local drug store. Do yourself a favor—break this...... -
Meet Your Green Living Blogger
Post on by Beth Ritchie
Hi All! I’m Beth, your Green Living blogger. I’m a professional conservationist, author and eco-coach who helps businesses, schools and homeowners go green. I live with my husband and kids in a green home in Virginia. I hope you’ll let me know what topics you’re interested in learning about. My......
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