Insanity: US Approves Bee Death Pesticide as EU Bans It Corporate politics is business as usual inside the United States, as I am once again shocked to report the EPA has sided with industry lobbyists over public health in approving a highly dangerous pesticide that the European Union recently decided to ban over fears of environmental devastation. Not only have neonicotinoid pesticides been linked repeatedly to mass bee deaths, also known as Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD), but the continued use of such pesticides threatens other aspects of nature (and humans) as well. What’s even more amazing is that the decision not only comes after the EU publicly discussed the major dangers surrounding the use of the pesticides, but after the USDA released a report surrounding the continued honeybee deaths and the related effects — a report in which they detailed pesticides to be a contributing factor. And there’s countless scientists and a large number of environmental science groups speaking out on this. The EPA has no lack of information the subject.
10 Bra Mistakes You're Probably Making (And How To Fix Them) Bras are complicated little buggers -- buying them is anxiety-inducing, washing them is time-consuming and getting them to lay right under clothes sometimes seems aggravatingly impossible. But we're here to tell you that it gets better. Women are making so many mistakes when it comes to their bras, from buying them to maintaining them, that it just takes knowing what you're doing wrong first to actually get it right. Here are the 10 bra mistakes you're most likely making: 1. So we shouldn't be choosing bras based on cup size? 2. Many women's identities are tied up in their cup sizes, Bobbie says, making them resistant to go up a cup size in order to go down a band size. 3. When measuring your band size, you should go according to the outermost set of hooks, not the innermost. 4. "The back band should never be higher than the underwire," says Bobbie. 5. Why does this happen? 6. Yeah, you just can't. 7. You may have that one bra you love, but bras shouldn't be worn two days in a row. 8.
Break a sugar addiction in a week using three simple steps (NaturalNews) Refined sugar is a drug that is similar to opiates in its power to become addicted to it. The Journal of Psychoactive Drugs stated in a study published in 2010 that sugar releases euphoric endorphins in some people's brains in a manner very similar to that of certain drugs which are commonly abused. "Sugar addiction" follows the same pathways in the brain that a habit-forming drug does. Fortunately, sugar cravings can be stopped within a week of withdrawing from the white crystals. The entire scope of drug addiction has been observed in people with sugar addiction. In addition, sugar addicts often become narcotic addicts, according to the above study. The first step in breaking a sugar addiction is to make sure all fruits and vegetables consumed are 100 percent organic. There are approximately 260 calories in just one cup of a commercial brand of vanilla ice cream, along with 14 grams of fat and 28 grams of refined sugar. Sources:
A Sour Deception: Citric Acid Comes From GMO Black Mold, Not Fruit Aaron DykesActivist Post Just what is your food made of, anyway? Try industrial synthesis, genetically modified mold secretions, hydrochloric acid, mercury-contaminated caustic soda, ferrocyanide… and, of course, lots of GMO corn. If common ingredients like “citric acid” and “ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)” sound normal and familiar enough that you practically conjure up an image of the flourishing orchard they were grown in – then think again. Picture instead an industrial factory, carrying out protocols developed in a lab, produced with enough winding nozzles, tanks, valves, pipes and other thinga-ma-jiggers to create a meandering and disorienting Dr. Instead, mass produced citric acid and ascorbic acid are hidden GMO ingredients that reportedly set off allergenic responses for some sensitive consumers. Feel free to peruse these blogs and forums for complaints about citric acid from those allergic or intolerant to citric acid itself, mold & yeast and/or corn. Photo credit Aaron Dykes.
Low-carb alternative to potatoes | Low Carb Diet Support Share Most Western meals tend to come with a starchy side dish such as fries, rice or pasta. Finding suitable low-carb alternatives can be a bit of a challenge initially. This post is going to be all about cauliflower – in my opinion, the best way to help you get over those potatoes! I included five of my favourite recipes for low-carb main meals and side dishes using cauliflower. Cauliflower is low in carb – about 5g net carbs per 100g – but you would never guess that. It is suitable for most low-carb diet plans: for example, it is fine on Atkins (from Induction onwards), Dukan (from Cruise onwards), South Beach and Paleo. It is a great source of fibre, vitamins (especially vitamins C, K and B6) and antioxidants. Five low-carb recipes with cauliflower 1) Low-carb mash One classic low-carb recipe substitution is to use mashed cauliflower instead of mashed potatoes. Recipe: Cut a head of cauliflower into chunks, steam or boil them. 2) Low-carb “rice” 3) Low-carb cauliflower and cheese
FAQs | SweetSurprise.com Yes, there are no safety concerns. The safety of high fructose corn syrup is based on science and expert review accumulated over the past 40 years. In 1983, the FDA listed high fructose corn syrup as “Generally Recognized as Safe” (known as GRAS status) for use in food and reaffirmed that ruling in 1996. GRAS recognition by the FDA is important because it recognizes a long history of safe use as well as adequate scientific studies proving an ingredient’s safety. Hear from an expertLara Field, R.D., answers the question: Is HFCS a safe ingredient? single video player for FAQ on desktop site John White, Ph.D. noted, “Its safety was never seriously doubted because expert scientific panels in every decade since the 1960s drew the same conclusion: sucrose, fructose, glucose, and, latterly, HFCS did not pose a significant health risk, with the single exception of promoting dental caries [tooth decay].”
GMOs could cause 'irreversible termination of life' on Earth, risk expert warns (NaturalNews) When discussing the issues surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMOs) -- that is, organisms bearing the genetic traits of other species or bacteria -- the focus is typically on how safe (or unsafe) these novel, food-like products are for humans. But distinguished risk engineer and two-time best-selling author Nassim Taleb thinks an even bigger problem with GMOs is their threat to the planet, and the statistical likelihood that they will eventually lead to the collapse of life on Earth. In a new study, which is still in draft form, this professor of risk engineering from New York University uses statistical analysis to make the case that GMOs, by their very nature, will disrupt the ecosystems of this planet in ways that mankind is only just beginning to comprehend. "Genetically Modified Organisms, GMOs fall squarely under [the precautionary principle]... because of their systemic risk on the system," explains Taleb. Sources for this article include:
9 Positive Things That We Could Achieve Now if We Re-Directed Our Resources from War “It is now highly feasible to take care of everybody on Earth at a higher standard of living than any have ever known. It no longer has to be you or me. Selfishness is unnecessary. The worldwide military expenditures for 2011 summed up to as much as $2,157,172,000,000 (yes, that’s over $2,15 trillion). The US defense budget for 2012 will exceed $1 trillion and is expected to reach as high as $1,415 trillion! In January 2012, President Obama promised that USA’s defense budget will grow slowly but steadily in the following 10 years. Now, the question we need to ask ourselves is: “what kind of future awaits mankind”? If there is no such thing as a “global financial conspiracy”, then why are we not allocating larger budgets for clean & renewable energy, new transportation methods, Eco-friendly materials to substitute for plastics and other non-biodegradable materials? Here are 9 Things That Could Positively Effect the World if we Re-Directed our Resources from the War Machine 1. Rail VS. 2.
Sweetener warning: Acesulfame Potassium contains methylene chloride, a known carcinogen (NaturalNews) Is Acesulfame Potassium in your protein shake? Is this synthetic funk, also known as "Acesulfame-K," in your chewing gum? What is this stuff really made from and what does it do to your body? Is it just like Aspartame, a known cancer causing and genetically modified sweetener? Acesulfame-K: Acesulfame-K (aka "Ace-K") is a potassium salt containing methylene chloride, a known carcinogen. Also, of all the artificial sweeteners out there, Acesulfame-K has undergone the least scientific scrutiny. Artificial sweeteners represent what most Americans trade for convenience and laziness. America, for the most part, accepts disease and disorder as normal, as if it was their car breaking down after 100,000 or 200,000 miles. Yes, we are the guinea pigs, my friends. If you look online under "Sweet Misery" or if you research 75% of the complaints sent to the FDA over the past decade, you will find everyone who is suffering and trying to do something about this food quality avalanche.
Roundup's Reach: Present in All Tested Human and Animal Samples Sayer JiActivist Post "The presence of glyphosate residues in both humans and animals could haul the entire population towards numerous health hazards, studying the impact of glyphosate residues on health is warranted and the global regulations for the use of glyphosate may have to be re-evaluated." A newly released study published in Environmental & Analytical Toxicology highlights the chemical dangers associated with the GMO agricultural system, which relies heavily on the herbicide known as glyphosate (aka Roundup), and to which widespread exposure through the environment and our food is increasingly becoming inevitable. The study titled, "Detection of Glyphosate in Animals and Humans," aimed to investigate glyphosate residues in different biological samples from humans and animals, in order to gain insight into the modern day exposure situation. The following animal samples were collected: In the discussion portion of the study, the researchers address several key points.
The media is changing for good In May this year, 12 classically trained reporters sat down for three full days studying positive news and how to master it in the conventional news media. The class, in Copenhagen, Denmark, is still small and offered only on a quarterly basis. But the significance of these 12 reporters teaming up to learn what is being defined as ‘constructive news reporting’, is not to be underestimated. It has the potential to change the face of conventional news media for good. And for good. As a constructive approach becomes adopted, conventional media would begin to report systematically on positives, uncover solutions for society’s problems, and actively use mediation principles in debates. Not to do so is like throwing stones in a glass house, leaving all the windows shattered and the structure wrecked. I think it’s fair to say that we have a lot of shattered glass houses due to the negativity bias in conventional media. But one day I sat down and reflected on the impact of my reporting.