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5 Common Food Certifications

July 8, 2016

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Food certifications are consumers ally in determining whether or not a product is right for them. Here we will outline 5 common food certifications, and what they mean to the consumers who choose them. NonGmo Project Verified GMO is the common acronym for “Genetically Modified Organism” which differs from traditional hybridization and genetic selection. GMOs can be either a plant or an animal that was bioengineered by combining genes from different species to...

Beekeeper’s Naturals Propolis Spray Review

June 5, 2016

What is propolis? Propolis has been used medicinally since at least 350 B.C., the time of Aristotle. Greeks & Assyrians have used propolis for its healing properties to treat tumors & wounds; and Egyptians used it with their mummification process. Bee propolis is a composition of essential oils, waxes and resin, that bees collect from botanical sources. The compounds found in propolis extracts include flavonoids, polyphenols, and other compounds such as cinnamic acid.   Should we...

Paleo Diet and Autism: Piecing It Together

May 2, 2016

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are characterized by impairment in social interactions, communication deficits, and restricted repetitive interests and behaviors. Gluten-free, Casein-free (GFCF) diets have shown to have a remarkable effect on children with ASD, but some of what I believe to be the most important underlying factors in the etiology of the disorder is still largely unknown. In this article, you will find other possible overlooked factors in autism, the case for the Paleo Diet and...

Interview With Jeff Pedersen Sr. Of Sports Research

April 1, 2016

Jeff Pedersen was a promising athlete ready for the big leagues. He attended Fermin Lasuen High School in San Pedro where he earned 9 varsity letters and held numerous records. He was voted Athlete of the Year in 1968 and was a high round draft pick by the Chicago Cubs, but he chose a USC baseball scholarship instead. At USC, he was the first player in NCAA college history to start on three straight National Championship baseball teams, serving as team captain in 1972, and was selected to...

Do You Apply the Right Internet Marketing Strategies?

March 16, 2016

[dropcap]M[/dropcap]ore and more companies, nowadays, are looking for internet marketing. However, since right dimensional internet marketing strategies can make a business success of the times; a wrong strategy can lead the whole enterprise to shut down. This article shall, objectively, acquaint you with the right internet marketing basics and strategies.   The Basics of Internet Marketing: Doing something without knowing its basics can never give you good results. Similarly, if you...

Resistant Starch: What is Resistant Starch?

February 23, 2016

[dropcap]R[/dropcap]esistant Starch (RS) is a starch that is characterized by its inability to be digested or absorbed within the upper digestive tract. Passing through the stomach unchanged by digestive enzymes, it is fermented by bacteria in the large intestines and colon. Because of this, it is considered a prebiotic, in that it feeds beneficial colonic bacteria. 70% of our immune cells reside in the gut and resistant starch promotes healthy gut flora populations. Weight Loss RS is known...

USDA Withdraws Livestock Standards, Paleo Approved Launches

February 21, 2016

For Immediate Release For More information Contact: Company: Paleo Foundation Phone: (800) 926-7819 Email: info@paleofoundation.org USDA Withdraws Livestock Standards, Paleo Foundation launches Paleo Approved After 6 years, Paleo Foundation (finally) Celebrates the launch of anticipated Farm and Ranch Certification Program. Los Angeles, CA: Today, the Paleo Foundation, a certification organization specializing in product promotion, social outreach and advertising, announced the...

DinnerCrasher: Is This the Future of Socializing?

February 2, 2016

[dropcap]S[/dropcap]melling the intoxicating aroma of an outdoor BBQ can cause a Pavlovian response of drooling on oneself. Your senses anticipate the food, your stomach starts to growl, you can hear the sounds of laughter and perhaps the clinking of martini glasses, and you instinctively know this is the recipe for a great time. But alas, you must continue to walk on by, because you weren’t invited to the party. In fact, you don’t even know the names of your neighbors who live in Apartment 2B,...

Is the Paleo Diet Sustainable?

January 10, 2016

[dropcap] N [/dropcap]ow that the Paleo Diet has garnered attention from a worldwide audience due to recent data reports suggesting that the trend has surpassed and outperformed other familiar dietary regimens including veganism and vegetarianism, we can expect that it is going to be scrutinized more than it had been in previous years as its popularity continues. Not only will the overall health of the diet be called into question, but experts in environmental sciences will speculate about the...

The Ultimate Paleo Diet Food List

January 2, 2016

[dropcap]N[/dropcap]avigating a grocery store, supermarket or farmer's market can be a daunting task, especially for a new Paleo-goer. Some stores, such as Whole Foods, have even begun to label foods as "Paleo" or "Paleo Friendly," but not all of the items they are labeling really fit the bill. However, this Paleo Diet Food List will help you navigate your preferred store like a modern hunter-gatherer. FRESH GREENS • Celery • Celery Root/Celeriac • Red & Green Cabbage • Broccoli •...