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Mike is the main researcher behind Natural Society. Studying the work of top natural health activists, and writing special reports for top 10 alternative health websites, Mike has written hundreds of articles and pages on how to obtain optimum wellness through natural health. He is a writer and entrepreneur with an affinity for natural health and exercise. Mike has helped thousands around the globe transform their lives through his informative writing, with some of his articles being published on NaturalNews. As a founder of NaturalSociety, Mike focuses on getting life-saving natural health techniques out to the world in a timely and efficient manner, syndicating his articles around the web. His primary aim is to help people around the world achieve a more vibrant and prosperous life so they can really LIVE to enjoy the time on this magnificent planet.
New Drugs Often Marketed Ahead of Crucial Data
Data that could save money and help doctors make smarter treatment decisions are often unavailable at the time new medicines hit the market, according to U.S. researchers. In a study out Tuesday, they found nearly a third of new drug approvals from the Food and Drug Administration included no data on how well the medications compare with existing alternatives. “Even when these things are accessible, it’s hugely time-consuming to go through it,” said Joshua Gagne, a pharmacist at Harvard Medical School in Boston.
Pesticides, Bugs and Toxins May Be Lurking in Your Food
Think you really know what’s in your food? Think again. According to an upcoming report on the TV show “The Doctors,” when Americans reach for a snack, they’re likely taking in more than they bargained for. Case in point: In California, recently, several potato chip companies settled with the state to reduce the levels of acrylamide. The chemical is on its Proposition 65 list of those known to cause cancer or “reproductive toxicity,” which the state’s Office of Environmental Health Hazards defines as birth defects and other reproductive harm.
The Meat You Should Never, Ever Eat…
Is your meat made of scraps stuck together with “meat glue”? This exposé reveals how you may be being deceived about the meat you buy — and why the dangerous practice makes food poisoning hundreds of times more likely. If you are still on the fence, wondering if you should make the switch to organic, grass-fed beef from a local farm instead of the mass-produced variety from your local supermarket, perhaps this news brief from the Australian Today Tonight show will help change your mind.
Survey Shows Dangers of Tanning Not Hitting Home
Although studies have shown that indoor tanning raises your risk of the deadly skin cancer melanoma by a staggering 75 percent, a new survey reveals that young women continue to use tanning beds at an alarming rate. In the past year, 32 percent of the 3,800 young women questioned in the American Academy of Dermatology survey said they had visited a tanning salon. In fact, 25 percent of those who tanned admitted to soaking up ultraviolet (UV) rays from indoor beds at least once a week, on average.
Environmental Lobby Urges EU Limits on Chemicals
Environmental lobby ChemSec on Tuesday highlighted 22 hormone-disrupting chemicals routinely found in plastics, packaging and cosmetics that it wants regulated by the European Union. ChemSec has accused the EU of delaying action on such “endocrine-disrupting” chemicals such as phthalates. “The EU has the ambition to tackle the threat of endocrine-disrupting chemicals, but has so far not properly regulated their use,” said ChemSec Director Per Rosander.
Many Consumers Unaware of What’s in Over-the-Counter Painkillers
Few Americans bother to read the labels on over-the-counter pain relievers, nor do they pay much attention to the drugs’ ingredients, a new study says. This lack of awareness could be a main reason why acetaminophen overdose is a leading cause of acute liver failure in the United States, according to the researchers at Northwestern University in Chicago. Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, is in more than 600 over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medicines.
Having Relationships and Being Highly Social Cuts Dementia Risk by 70%
Yet more evidence that friends and family are the best medicine: a new study finds that the most social seniors had a 70% reduction in the rate of cognitive decline, compared with their least social peers. The study followed 1,138 people for an average of five years. None of the participants, whose average age was 79.6, had dementia at the start of the study.
Less-Than-Optimal Sleep May ‘Age’ the Brain
For middle-aged adults, sleeping less than six or more than eight hours a night is associated with a decline in brain function, British researchers contend. The magnitude of that mental decline is equal to being four to seven years older, the researchers said. “There is an expectation in today’s 24-hour-a-day society that people should be able to fit more into their lives,” said study author Jane Ferrie, a senior research fellow in the department of epidemiology and public health at University College London Medical School.
Exercises For Every Mood
When you exercise, your brain releases a slew of feel-good chemicals that help you feel motivated, calm and inspired for life. So if you’re feeling stressed, tired or pissed off try our expert fitness moves that can put a smile back on your face. Pronto. Try these specific activities the next time you feel anxious or down-in-the-dumps! High-energy exercise, such as boxing and martial arts, provide an effective release of negative emotions.
Vitamin E May Lower Women’s Lung Disease Risk
Long-term, regular use of vitamin E supplements appears to reduce the risk of chronic obstructive lung disease or COPD in women, according to a new study. But men may not get the same benefit, according to another study. Both studies were presented this week at the American Thoracic Society international conference in New Orleans.
Irregular Sleep Tied to Increased Fat Around Organs
Sleep is one of the most fundamental principles of health. Without enough of it you may end up feeling groggy and stressed out on a daily basis. On the contrary, excess sleep may lead to an increase in body fat due to increased insulin production. Sleep is something that must be
Canada Labels BPA as Toxic
Bisphenol A (BPA) is an estrogen-mimicking substance that has been linked to a number of crippling health conditions. It has been tied to obesity and fertility problems, and numerous studies have found that it may devastate human health in other ways. Canada has taken a large step in the fight against BPA.
High-Fructose Corn Syrup Prompts Considerably More Weight Gain
A Princeton University research team has demonstrated that all sweeteners are not equal when it comes to weight gain: Rats with access to high-fructose corn syrup gained significantly more weight than those with access to table sugar, even when their overall caloric intake was the same.
Walnuts Pack a Powerful Dose of Antioxidants
If you’re eager to boost your body’s levels of cancer-fighting antioxidants, look no further than the walnut. It turns out that walnuts are the superheroes of the nut world, at least when it comes to content of antioxidants, which can fight the free-radical damage that contributes to cancer
Flu Scare Fails as Public Opposes New Mega H1N1 Loaded Vaccine
Flu shots have become a product similar to soft drinks or candy bars in the United States. With your local pharmacy advertising flu shots on television and boasting bargain prices, flu shots have become embedded into the mind of the consumer as just another purchase.
Gardasil Exposed – Deadly Vaccine Pushed on Millions of Young Boys and Girls Worldwide
Gardasil is a vaccination that has been linked to multiple deaths and over 8,000 adverse reactions. Recently, the FDA approved this deadly injection to be used against anal cancer. This means that in addition to pushing Gardasil
Scientists Uncover Truth About Fluoride and Other Water Contaminants
There have been numerous studies highlighting the adverse effects of water fluoridation and other drinking water contaminants, but a slew of new scientific findings have sparked even more opposition to these chemicals than ever before.
