Author: Lindsay Oberst
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‘Erin Brockovich’ Carcinogen Found in the Drinking Water of More than 75% of Americans — Is Your Water Toxic?
Unsafe levels of a cancer-causing chemical called chromium-6 are contaminating the tap water of more than 200 million Americans in all 50 states. This finding comes from an analysis of federal data released this week by the Environmental Working Group. You might know chromium-6 from the popular 2000 movie, “Erin Brockovich,” starring Julia Roberts. The…
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Video: Why There’s Hope for Your Personal Food Revolution
With toxic food fueling more than 600,000 deaths per year in the United States alone, it can be easy to feel hopeless. But right now, a food revolution is growing — and changing the course of history. McDonald’s closed 600 restaurants last year. Sales of organic, natural, non-GMO and local foods are all exploding. Signs…
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Microbeads (Plastic Pellets) Are Banned in Our Cosmetics, But Not Our Food
By Natalie Pace On September 3rd, 2016, The United Kingdom banned microbeads in personal care products. Thanks to the 5 Gyres Org, and partners including Whole Foods and Rainbow Light, the U.S. became the first nation to ban #microbeads on December 28, 2015. U.S. companies have until January 1, 2018 to stop selling toothpaste, face scrubs and other…
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Why A Plant-Based Diet May Offer the Best Protection for Your Muscles As You Age
Contrary to what many people think, eating too much protein can be hazardous to your health. For example, a 2014 study published in the journal Cell Metabolism found that people between the ages of 50-65 who consumed large amounts of protein had a 75% increase in overall mortality and a 4-fold increase in cancer death…
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Upcoming Events You Can Join with John and Ocean Robbins
Here are several exciting opportunities you might wish to take part in with John and Ocean Robbins. Check them out and follow the links to see how you can take part in these upcoming events. 1.) Retreat at Breitenbush Hot Springs, August 29-September 2, Detroit, Oregon Join John and Ocean for the first ever Food…
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Mushrooms Have Stunning Powers to Heal People and the Planet
As you’ve probably heard, mushrooms are good for you. So good, in fact, that people often use them as medicine. You may also be aware that almost every ancient civilization around the world has used mushrooms for their healing properties for thousands of years. (Ancient Egyptians even called them the plant of immortality.) But you…
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Giveaway to Celebrate Our Food Revolution Community!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This month, we reached 100,000 fans on our Food Revolution Network Facebook page, and we’re so thankful for all the people involved in the food revolution community, including those who follow us on Facebook. To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving away 3 of our Ultimate Health Collections — which can help you achieve the health…
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Edible Gardening for Beginners: How To Get Started Growing Your Own Food
We continue to learn that food really is medicine. And that growing your own food may be one of the most powerful steps you can take for the health of yourself, your family, and your planet. Many Americans spend lots of time and money on lawn maintenance, but more and more people are choosing to…
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What If Every Lawn was Transformed into an Edible Garden?
In many countries today, well-maintained, closely cut, green lawns seem to be almost everywhere. In fact, lawns are the single largest crop in the U.S., covering 32 million acres. But what if we grew edible gardens, not lawns? We’ve got about 16 million acres in the United States now growing all of our fruits and…
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The Mind-Blowing Way Your Body Can Create Coenzyme Q10 Naturally
Discover an amazing scientific finding that shows how our bodies may be able to get energy directly from the sun — something previously thought to be impossible. Chlorophyll is the green pigment that makes green leaves green. And when we eat leafy greens, it turns out, an amazing thing happens. In fact, this scientific finding is…
