Monsanto wants to brainwash your children with 'Biotechnology Basics Activity Book' (NaturalNews) In response to mounting public backlash from the older generation, the biotechnology industry has launched a new propaganda campaign aimed at convincing children that genetically-modified (GM) crops are not only safe, but also an improvement over natural agriculture. Monsanto, Dow, Bayer, and five other major biotechnology companies and associations have collectively released the Biotechnology Basics Activity Book, a colorful guide designed to reeducate children into the false dogma of biotechnology. The 16-page guide -- which includes word scrambles, fill-in-the-blank puzzles, and matching games -- contains an introductory paragraph that claims biotechnology boosts crop yields, improves environmental conditions, and leads to more nutritious food. "This is an activity book for young people like you about biotechnology -- a really neat topic," says the first page of the book. You can view the entire activity book for yourself at:
Must Have Mobile App: Be GMO in The Know Do you know what’s in your food? It is estimated that 70% of all grocery items in the United States contain genetically modified organisms, or GMOs. Despite countless warnings from scientists and doctors, these foods are not regulated at all by the government, and therefore it has been next to impossible for the average consumer to know exactly what he or she’s been eating. Not anymore. The True Food Shoppers Guide allows you to search by food category, brand name or food type to illuminate which companies are GMO-free (listed in green) and GMO-junkies (listed in red). Along with the search features, the application provides a good deal of information on the basics of GMOs; for example, it identifies the most commonly modified ingredients (corn, soy, canola and cotton). Even better, the True Food Shoppers Guide provides a call to action for those concerned about America’s food supply. image: MJTR
leaky gut snydrome: causes, symptoms, link to allergies, and treatment. About Leaky Gut Syndrome Learn about leaky gut syndrome and intestinal permeability. Understand the symptoms, causes, and treatments available for those who suffer from this debilitating ailment. When partially digested food, toxins, and bacteria pass through the small intestine and enter the bloodstream, this is referred to as a condition known as leaky gut syndrome, or LGS. In simple terms, large spaces occur in between the cells that compose the wall of the gut. Since these spaces exist in the gut wall, bacteria, toxins, and food can find their way into the bloodstream. When the gut wall or intestinal lining is damaged due to leaky gut syndrome, damaged cells called microvilli become unable to do their job properly. Well now, what harm is a bit of inflammation and some allergic reactions? What Causes Leaky Gut Syndrome? Some experts contend that the most common cause of this condition is ingesting foods that one is allergic to. • Diets that consist of refined sugar • Parasitic infections
A sleeping Easter bunny. No, please don't document this moment... Searching for peanuts. You come around here often? Bunny bum. Kitty licks. You otter take a dip with me! iPhone App Shopping Guide Download the app for free by clicking here! Designed to support consumers in knowing what’s in our food and avoiding GMOs, this app features a list of the brands and products that are enrolled in the Non-GMO Project’s Product Verification Program. The Non-GMO Project’s program is the ONLY third-party non-GMO verification program in North America, and “Non-GMO Project Verified” is the only non-GMO claim backed by transparent and rigorous standards. The Non-GMO Project is a non-profit organization originally founded by retailers committed to providing consumers with reliable non-GMO choices. Since its incorporation in 2007, the Project has grown into a collaboration of manufacturers, retailers, processors, distributors, farmers, seed companies and consumers. Our shared belief is that everyone deserves an informed choice about whether or not to consume genetically modified products, and our common mission is to ensure the sustained availability of non-GMO food and products.
Immune Boosting Herbs in Finger Gelatin If you’re like me and have been reading about anti-viral and antibacterial herbs, and looking for more ways to get them into to your kids, you may want to give this recipe a try – or make your own variation. I made jello flut shots by infusing immune boosting herbs in finger gelatin made with fruit juice. Call them what you like, and enjoy some extra anti-oxidants and cold and flu fighting herbs. Which Herbs Boost the Immune System? There are many herbs that boost the immune system, although not all of them are “jello-friendly”. For ease of use, I grabbed some cinnamon sticks and dried ginger root, some mint leaves and echinacea tea. Immune Boosting Herbs in Finger Gelatin Ingredients: 4 envelopes (1 ounce) unflavored gelatin (That’s 3 tablespoons plus one teaspoon of bulk gelatin) Knox Gelatin is readily available at most grocery stores. *Possible fruit/herb combinations include: Apple-Carrot/Echinacea – 1 cup cold apple cider, 2 cups carrot juice, 1 cup echinacea tea Directions:
Texts From My Dog Also check out Texsts From My Cat! (source) French Science Academies Slam Seralini Study Finding GMO Cancer Threat [Updated, Nov. 28, 8:45 p.m. | The Seralini study has been retracted. Read the letter from the journal editor.] An intensively promoted and controversial French study claiming to find high tumor rates and early mortality in rats fed genetically modified corn and “safe” levels of the herbicide Roundup has been dismissed in a rare joint statement from France’s six scientific academies. Here’s a link to the statement (in French). [*Here's an English translation.] Here’s an excerpt from coverage of the academies’ statement by Agence France-Presse: “This work does not enable any reliable conclusion to be drawn,” they said, adding bluntly that the affair helped “spread fear among the public.” The academies’ statement is just the latest rejection of the conclusions by the paper’s authors, led by Gilles-Eric Séralini, a scientist at the University of Caen who has long campaigned against genetically modified foods and attracted criticism for flawed science. Oct. 22, 5:01 p.m.
Agriculture Society » 11 Reasons Why You Aren’t Healing Despite “Eating Well” So you’ve transitioned away from processed foods and started eating healthier. That’s great! You’re becoming more mindful of organic – maybe you’re buying more fruits and vegetables, and maybe even meat, poultry, and dairy products from sustainable sources. Or, maybe you’ve made an effort to eliminate toxic vegetable oils and other artificial fats like margarine, shortening, or fake butter spreads. You thought you were making some headway, but you’re not seeing as many improvements as you’d like. How could this be? Don’t despair, there may simply be some very basic things you are missing. 1. Just because the package says “organic” or “natural” doesn’t mean it’s not highly processed and full of non-food and toxic substances. Real foods made at home from scratch are what will help your body to heal and improve, but these highly processed foods, labeled organic or not, are just like conventional, processed foods and aren’t much better. 2. Read Is Cheap Food Really Cheap? 3. 4. 5. Dr. 6. 7.
Facebook A Song Tries to Go Beyond the 'OMG' Reaction to GMOs [2:26 p.m. | Update | I'll be adding various interesting "reviews" at the bottom of the post, starting with Stewart Brand, the author of "Whole Earth Discipline."] David Holmes, a graduate of Prof. Jay Rosen‘s Studio 20 digital journalism program at New York University and co-creator of the popular “Fracking Song,” is now making a career out of deconstructing tough, consequential issues through a mashup of music, graphics and hyper-linking. (Some people have taken to calling such output “newsicals.”) Holmes and fellow graduate and song creator Andrew Bean have formed a company, Explainer Music, and their latest tune, produced for the Web site PandoDaily, is “OMG GMO’s!” I encourage you to read the hyper-linked lyrics to see the informational backdrop behind they lyrics. Is it bad for us? But people should know how their food is grown Yet Americans don’t label GMOsThere are many different kinds of GM foodsJust saying “Made with GMOs” might not do The full lyrics are here.
Apple Pie ACV & Core Workout on the Elliptical It’s Wednesday. Not only are we halfway through the work week, but as of last Wednesday, Modern Family is back on… woot woot! I’m already excited for tonight’s episode. Who’s with me on this? I haven’t done a “just checking in” post in a while so I thought I’d share a little about how things are going for me on the food and exercise front. I’m still hooked on protein pancakes so I’ve had them almost every day. I’ve also been loving my new way of getting in 2 Tablespoons of apple cider vinegar each day – Apple Pie ACV. Apple Pie ACV & Core Workout on the Elliptical 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 Tablespoons all natural apple juice 6 ounces of cold water 4 drops of vanilla liquid stevia sprinkle of cinnamon 1-2 cubes of ice Combine all ingredients in a cup and stir or shake to combine. It’s soooo good! The photo above features my drinks and snacks packed for work, including the Apple Pie ACV drink (on the left), water, coffee and a few snacks in my Tone It Up lunch box. Have a great day.