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Copper and Iron Toxicity Harmful For Seniors

January 25, 2010

Diseases of aging such as Alzheimer’s disease, other neurodegenerative diseases, arteriosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, and others may all be contributed to by excess copper and iron.

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Zicam Cold Remedies and Harmful Side Affects

December 22, 2009

FDA issued a warning this year for consumers NOT to use Zicam Cold Remedies. The Intranasal Zinc products are linked to a loss of sense of smell.

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Tamiflu and Roche Drug Company Deception

December 15, 2009

“Tamiflu has not been proven to have a positive impact on the potential consequences (such as hospitalizations, mortality, or economic impact) of seasonal, avian, or pandemic influenza.”

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Slim Fast Contamination and Deception

December 8, 2009

Do you know that Slim-Fast is made primarily from processed milk and sugar water? Now, the beverage has been recalled by the manufacturer due to possible contamination by Bacillus cereus. The FDA has issued a noticed on their website that says the recall involves all Slim-Fast RTD products in cans, regardless of flavor, best-by-date, lot code or UPC number.

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NY Times Has Exposed RealAge Scheme

December 4, 2009

A popular online age quiz, “RealAge”, has gained popularity among many Americans for claiming it can pinpoint a person’s true biological age. In addition, they will make corresponding recommendations for how to stay healthy and young. However, research into RealAge reveals that while the website promotes non-medical solutions to staying young, the company is generating revenue via email by marketing drugs to its members.

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Mouthwash for Detecting Cancer

December 4, 2009

Doctors say they could probably cure at least 80% of head and neck cancer cases, if caught early. Currently, they are working on a version of the mouthwash that can be used as an over-the-counter test or administered at community health centers.

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