Archive for August 2nd, 2009
Avoiding IBD with DHA
Omega Fat Consumption Can Affect Bowel Health, According to Study In a recent “Mangano Minute” posting, I talked about the importance of balancing omega-3s and omega-6s. I talked about how omega-6 fats – often painted as a bad source of fat – are actually good for you, so long as they’re eaten in proper proportion [...]
Posted: August 2nd, 2009 under Fatty Acids.
Tags: ibd, omega 6, ulcerative colitis
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Defending Organic…Yet Again
British Study Tries to Debunk Nutrition Benefits of Organic On the heels of my writing about the Environmental Working Group’s analysis of the most pesticide-riddled foods, this little news bulletin crossed my computer monitor: “Organics no healthier than other foods.” Talk about timing, huh? Of course, many of us are used to this dog and [...]
Posted: August 2nd, 2009 under Organic Products.
Tags: conventional vs organic, organic produce, sustainability, united kingdom study
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