One of the most detrimental health effects of our time is the exposure to thousands of chemicals, that were never before experienced by...

Fluoride is found naturally in soil, water, and foods. It is also produced synthetically for use in drinking water, toothpaste,...

We can't see them, we can't smell them and we can't taste them - but phthalates are everywhere and are a considerable risk to our health....

Worried about toxins? You should be. Following are the results of the first comprehensive New Zealand monitoring program from 2014 - 2016...

A key reason why people have trouble losing weight is that their bodies are overloaded with toxins. Their detox systems are quickly...

Wherever you live in the world, toxins are a fact of modern life. There is really no escaping them. They are in the air we breathe, the...

Rice is a staple food in most households. Not only do many of us eat rice on a regular basis - but snack food like rice cakes, rice...

Gluten intolerance and celiac disease are a growing problem worldwide. An article written by independent scientists links gluten...

a For an update on pesticide testing NZ - check out my new blog The rate of some cancers has doubled and even quadrupled in the world...

"Green, clean New Zealand"? When I first moved to New Zealand in 1999, I thought I'm moving to this pristine place with crystal clear...

Coming back to New Zealand, I was surprised to find out that there are no standards in place for sunscreens. Apparently, compliance is...

Lately I have put off getting a mammogram, mainly because I worry about the negative effect that could result from the radiation. But how...

Too much sugar is bad for us – no matter what type of sweetener we use. Before sugar enters the bloodstream from the digestive tract, it...

Should I go for healthy or unhealthy? All parents want the best for their children. We all want them to become strong, smart and healthy...

I know plenty of people who eat meat every day. If you invite them over and serve up a vegetarian feast, they wouldn't exactly jump up...

I'm very passionate about the food I buy and eat and always make sure that my family eats healthy and gets the best nutrition possible....