Helping you help yourself to a healthier life.
In the past I considered vitamins at worse a waste of a few dollars and at best insurance against a deficiency in my diet. As I learned how our bodies often require other components of the food that contain vitamins to properly absorb them I leaned more towards a waste of a few dollars. However [...]
Health
A new web site reports the toxic chemical levels in cars and car seats.
Recalls
Jalepeno Peppers Recalled Because of Health Risk
Undeclared Sulfites in Sweetened Ginger
Jalepeno Peppers, Serrano Peppers and Avocados Recalled Because of Health Risk
It’s MY Binky Personalized Pacifier Recall Due to Choking Hazard
Kid II Recalls Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
Horseshoe Magnets Recalled Due to Violation [...]
Safety
It will now be easier to find recalled meat products. The USDA has finally agreed to start posting the names of retail stores that received meat products involved in a Class 1 recall. However they will still not list distribution centers, institutions (hospitals, schools, etc) or restaurants. Thank you to Eat Drink Better for the [...]
Each Friday evening I’m going to start posting a round up of interesting articles I’ve found including links to the latest safety recalls. For this week (a day late):
Health
How safe and effective is your sunscreen? The Environmental Working Group has released a review of over 1000 sunscreen brands. I had already switched my daughter and [...]
