Food Rules: A Guide to Healthy Eating

November 6, 2010

Michael Pollan talks about his latest guide to healthy eating, “Food Rules: An Eater’s Manual” in a lecture given at the RSA in London. He is the Knight Professor of Journalism at the University of California, Berkeley and author of six books and numerous essays dealing mainly with food, nutrition and agriculture.

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Breast Cancer: Reducing the Risk

October 23, 2010

Recently, two dear friends of mine were diagnosed with breast cancer and now they are dealing with the consequences. It’s hard to imagine the thoughts and fears going through their minds and how their lives and those of their family members have been turned upside down. How can we fight back against this scourge and […]

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Benjamin Zander; a Gifted Teacher Inspires.

September 12, 2010

In just 20 minutes, Benjamin Zander, conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, leads and inspires an audience of professionals, conveying his two infectious passions, namely classical music and his desire to help others realize their love for it. But in this presentation he goes further, touching on leadership and the great opportunities that are afforded […]

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Dr. Daniel Amen Talks About Food Cravings.

August 12, 2010

In these two videos Dr. Daniel Amen, renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author, talks about food cravings and how to control them.

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How to Build and Maintain a Strong Immune System

July 25, 2010

It is impossible for us to avoid exposure to infectious agents such as bacteria and viruses so the best thing we can do for our health is to fortify our defenses by strengthening our immune system. Here’s how. 1. Exercise: We are designed for mobility and it’s important for us to be physically active. Exercise […]

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Should We Take Dietary Supplements?

July 5, 2010

The short answer is “Yes” and I take certain supplements myself. These are in addition to a diet that includes 7-9 servings of fruits and vegetables each day, rich in antioxidants, minerals and vitamins. It is important to emphasize that supplements are not intended to be used as dietary substitutes. Recommended Supplements. 1) A broad-spectrum […]

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Vitamin D and Health

June 28, 2010

Michael F. Holick Ph.D., M.D., a leading authority on Vitamin D, describes how important it is for our health and wellbeing (1). It is now clear that low serum levels of Vitamin D are associated with an increased risk of many chronic diseases including certain common cancers, Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, high blood […]

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The Threat to Our Food Supply

June 24, 2010

Introduction to the movie “The Future of Food”. The movie “The Future of Food”, produced by Lily Films, explains how biodiversity has been sacrificed in the name of corporate profits, resulting in the cultivation of huge monocultures. It’s estimated that 97% of the varieties of vegetables grown at the beginning of the 20th Century are […]

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Genetic Modification of Crops: A Review

June 22, 2010

What is Genetic Modification? Genetic modification of crops is quite different from classical plant breeding where new characteristics are introduced by crossing varieties of the same species in order to select desirable qualities such as vigor and resistance to disease. In genetic modification, genes are taken from the same or different species and inserted into […]

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Why Are We Not Being Protected in the USA?

June 7, 2010

Genetically modified foods and animal produce raised on GM feed must be labeled in European Union countries. Why not in the USA? http://www.drgreene.com/blog/2003/07/25/genetically-modified-food-europe Chemical companies are now being required to prove that their products are safe before releasing them for commercial use in Europe. Why not in the USA? http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/06/11/AR2008061103569.html The inclusion of phthalates, industrial […]

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