Health and Wellness Are you buying foods with propylene​ glycol and why you shouldn’t? Propylene glycol is often called PG as an abbreviation for its original name. It’s a very common synthetic additive to foods. It has no odor, smell or taste making it very easy to add to just about anything. It is used to retain moisture in foods and it makes it easier to dissolve somethings than […] February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness Why you don’t want your bread to have Potassium Bromate? Potassium bromate is used to strengthen dough for certain baked goods. A stronger dough makes for a better rise and holds together well. It can also increase the shelf-life of bread. Potassium bromate is also used to make the baked product appear very white and hides natural blemishes. This contributes to a more positive impression of […] February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) on your Grilled foods and how you can reduce it? The Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons are made by the burning of things and are known contaminants. It consists of around 100 different chemicals. PAH are released in the air by burning objects such as cigarettes and even open fires. Objects that have been charred or burned contain PAH which includes something as simple as grilled foods. […] February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness HOW DO PESTICIDES AFFECT YOUR HEALTH? Pesticides are chemical substances that are specially formulated to kill pests. These pests include rodents, fungi, insects, and sometimes it is used to kill weeds. Pests can affect a crop’s output so using pesticides to control them greatly increases the amount of food that can be reaped and profits that can be made. However, spraying […] February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Eat Healthy Health and Wellness Are Artificial Colors bad for you? As people, we are drawn to colors, in fact, many of us have a favorite color. Color draws us to things psychologically with some colors known to affect your mood and can alter your perspective. Manufacturers draw upon this psychological effect and incorporate color as a marketing strategy. After all, would your kid prefer a […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness IS POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL SAFE TO INGEST? Polyethylene glycol is derived from petroleum and is made from ethylene glycol. Right off the bat, it should be obvious from these names that it is not a naturally occurring product. As an extra tidbit, ethylene glycol is the primary ingredient in anti-freeze. This should make consumers a little uncomfortable. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) has many applications […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Eat Healthy Health and Wellness IS PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED OIL BAD? Partially hydrogenated comes from mixing hydrogen into liquid oil to make it solid. This process is known as hydrogenation. Hydrogenated fat molecules contain trans fat which is harmful to your health and is regarded as the worse type of fat. These types of fat are known to increase cholesterol in the body making the body […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness WHAT ARE THE DANGERS OF MERCURY? Mercury’s alias is Quicksilver. It is an element chemically form with the atomic number of 80 and a chemical symbol of Hg. Mercury is regarded as the only metallic element having a liquid form at a standard temperature of 273K and a standard pressure of 1atm. It is a silver-like substance, and it is known […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness IS HYDROQUINONE BAD FOR THE SKIN? Hydroquinone is a chemical compound also known as benzene or quinol. It is a type of skin-lightening agent which bleaches the skin. It can be used to purposely lighten the skin or treat different kinds of hyperpigmentation issues. Hydroquinone has been used traditionally in the lightening of some dark patches of skin which are also […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Health and Wellness WHY DO FARMERS USE GROWTH HORMONES? Growth Hormones are a protein hormone that alters the rate of growth in humans and other animals. It consists of over 191 amino acids forming single-chain polypeptide. It is released from the pituitary gland into the bloodstream. These hormones act to promote growth in the animals that are treated with it. Growth hormones used in […] February 1, 2019February 1, 2019 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Are Sushi Rolls Healthy For You – The Ultimate Health Breakdown? What is Sushi Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish that has become very popular worldwide. It’s generally made with rice and a combination of a variety of ingredients, such as seafood, vegetables, and occasionally tropical fruits. Some common types of sushi includes the following: Sushi is served with condiments like soy sauce, wasabi (a pungent […] Written by Nikki May 5, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Are Smoothies Healthy – An Insight Into This Popular Drink What are Smoothies If you have never seen a smoothie, or the idea of drinking your fruits and vegetables doe snot appeal to you, here you might not have wondered what goes into making those vibrant, thick drinks. Essentially, a smoothie is made by a blending a beverage made from a mix of ingredients—typically fruits, […] Written by Nikki May 5, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
10 Unhealthy foods and healthier alternatives These healthy food substitutions are not perfect replicas of the food it is meant to replace. However, with some compromise and dedicated to slowly change your eating habits you can become healthier. 1. Substitute for Mayonnaise Mayonnaise is never eaten alone, it is used to enhance another food item such as a sandwich. This use […] Written by Nikki April 23, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Six Healthy eating tips to help you lose weight 6 practical tips to help you to eat healthier and lose weight consistently. #eathealthy #healthy #loseweight Written by Nikki April 23, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
How Much Of Each Vitamin​ Does Your Body Need Daily? A handy reference for all vitamins our body needs #eathealthy #healthy. Written by Nikki April 21, 2024May 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Lead Poisoning – Do you know how to protect your kids? What is Lead? Lead is a dense, heavy metal and very toxic. Lead poisoning poses a severe health threat to young children under the age of 6. Our bodies confuse calcium and lead and will store it in your bones permanently. High exposure can even lead to death. Lower levels of exposure will cause symptoms […] Written by Nikki April 23, 2024May 29, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
What Toothpaste Should I buy for my Baby and More.. As a parent we want whats best for our babies, so when those teeth start busting through those gums you know its time to think about ways to keep them clean. I have tried to answer many frequently asked questions many new moms ask when that exciting time comes. I have some links throughout to […] Written by Nikki April 23, 2024May 29, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
11 Things You Should Never Do With Castile Soap 1. Mix It With Epsom Salt Here is a little bit of chemistry lesson for those who haven’t been in a high school classroom in decades (like myself). Two categories of substances are basis and acids. Bases or alkaline are substances that are usually slippery and bitter as a taste. Bases have a PH that […] Written by Nikki April 22, 2024April 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
