(BeWellBuzz) Natural, all-natural, and certified organic, oh my! Processed, healthy, vitamin-enriched, GMO and non-GMO, oh my! Raw, pasteurized, unfiltered, expeller pressed, centrifuged, what's next?! You're smart. You're savvy. You know what all these terms mean. But do your friends? Do they know which if any of these claims are actually regulated? Some of the ... Continue Reading
Flavor Additives & FDA's Definition Of "Natural Flavorings"
(BeWellBuzz) I needed to take a deep breath. After reading an article where the author briefly assured me of the meaninglessness of the word all-natural, I went into a frenzy of research to find out for myself whether this serious accusation was true. Weeding out a lot of noise I discovered that it pays to either be willing to do hours (and hours) of research on a hunch; OR, ... Continue Reading
Aloe Vera’s Healing Powers Acknowledged by Medical Science
Conventional wisdom has hailed the healing powers of Aloe Vera for a variety of conditions ranging from skin diseases to wounds and constipation. Now wide-ranging medical studies provide clinical proof of the effectiveness of Aloe Vera. Aloe vera has been used as a healing agent for centuries. As far back as the days of ancient Egypt, aloe vera was prescribed as "the plant of ... Continue Reading