…to seasoned cast iron, stainless steel or ceramic cookware. Plastic Food Containers: Most plastic food containers contain phthalates and bisphenol A (BPA). Both of these chemicals are endocrine disruptors and cause cancer. Only use glass containers for food storage and never heat foods in plastic containers. Canned Food: In order to prevent corrosion, food cans are lined with a coating that contains BPA and other toxic chemicals. Stick to buying foods that are packed in…
…a muck. MAO is an enzyme that breaks down neurotransmitters, a process that a person suffering from depression can ill afford. Eat quality food, shop the outer isles. Stay away from junk food. The old saying “You are what you eat.”, is more true than you know. Learn to shop the outer isles or perimeter of your grocery store. It is here where you will find the most wholesome foods. Avoid buying food that does…
…the urologists office as a digital rectal massage is required just before collecting the sample. For more information about how PCA3 helps in the diagnosis of prostate cancer click here. Prostatic Acid Phosphatase (PAP) Prostatic Acid Phosphatase is an enzyme that is produced by prostate epithelial cells and is found in abundance in seminal fluid. Higher levels of this enzyme are associated with prostate cancer. Doctors use PAP along with PSA to help determine…
…gluten flour to make a doughy spongy bread. Even after seeing improvements in my clients’ health as the result of eliminating gluten from their lives, I still didn’t believe that gluten could be part of my stomach troubles. It was not for lack of knowledge on the subject but more of a reluctance to give up all those comfort foods I grew up on. No more sandwiches? No more pasta? And worst of all…no…
…action. You can also download the Non-GMO Shopping Guide to help you with your food buying choices. From time to time, I will post links to petitions regarding important GMO legislation. I encourage you to make a difference and take a minute of your time to sign the petitions. Our legislators need to know that we will will not stand for our food supply being contaminated by greed and bad science. Best in Health, John…