Tag Archives: safety

Learn the Facts, Leave the Fear

Posted on December 17, 2013 by blair

It’s time for yet another physician and pharmacist to tell the public to “steer clear” of all dietary supplements. The authors state truly—as I have—that most supplements are made in substandard facilities, contain contaminants, and might not even contain the ingredients … Continue reading →

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Confirmed: Majority of Supplements Are Contaminated

Posted on October 12, 2013 by blair

Yet more research has recently come out underscoring the need to investigate your supplement manufacturer rather than make your purchase based upon marketing of a brand and product placement. “The results showed that 59% of the products contained plant species not listed … Continue reading →

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Lead, Crime, and Kids

Posted on September 3, 2013 by blair

Another set of articles linking lead exposure to societal violence are making the rounds—it’s odd how they tend to go in cycles—and the comments of online discussions are, predictably, peppered with refusal to consider the connection. To sum up the … Continue reading →

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Choose Well – In Production!

Posted on August 4, 2013 by blair

The final editing and fact-checking process for Choose Well: Your Guide To Finding Quality Supplements has begun!  I am so excited to be one step closer to placing this guide in your hands. Becoming your own “Quality Assurance Department” is necessary … Continue reading →

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