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Study: Marijuana users have high levels of HEAVY METALS in their blood and urine

December 18, 2023 -

The study published in Environmental Health Perspectives looked at more than 7,000 study participants and found that marijuana users have 27 percent higher levels of lead in their blood and 21 percent higher levels in their urine compared to people who don't use weed. Users also had 22 percent higher cadmium levels in their blood and 18 percent higher levels in their urine than non-users.

The study authors from Columbia University noted that although tobacco is the ...

Common bandages contain alarming levels of cancer-causing PFAS, which leach directly into the blood

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According to the investigation, bandages from some of the most well-known brands, like Band-Aid and Curad, contain hazardous amounts of these “forever chemicals.” The testing revealed the presence of fluorine in more than two dozen bandages, which are widely available in medicine cabinets across the nation.

PFAS compounds are strong chemicals that can withstand being in the environment for many years because they have links between fluorine and carbon atoms. The compounds ...

7 Best herbs for lowering blood cholesterol naturally

February 15, 2024 -

For instance, cholesterol is a crucial component of cell membranes that helps balance fluidity and permeability. It is also a necessary component for the production of different hormones and the fat-soluble vitamin E.

The cholesterol that spreads throughout your body via your blood comes either from the food that you eat or your liver. While the liver normally only produces enough cholesterol, genetics and an unhealthy lifestyle can cause your liver to produce more....

Grapefruit found to help reduce high blood pressure

October 30, 2023 -

Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) was named for the grape-like clusters that form in the tree it grows in. The fruit belongs to the Rutaceae family and comes in white, pink and red varieties.

Each type offers different flavor profiles, ranging from intensely tart to deliciously sweet. Grapefruit is full of vitamins A and C, and it is a great source of dietary fiber. The fruit also has an extremely low glycemic index of 25.

The glycemic index measures how much food ...

Hugging loved ones can reduce stress and lower blood pressure

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Hugging loved ones can reduce stress and lower blood pressure

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Study: Compound in broccoli can help address BLOOD CLOTS

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The study, published January 2024 in ACS Central Science, looked at how certain plant compounds affect blood clotting. Twenty-three compounds were analyzed including sulforaphane, piperine (which is responsible for the pungency of black pepper), erysolin (another compound present in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables) and murrayone (an anticancer compound extracted from the orange jasmine plant.)

"Platelets play a crucial role on human health by facilitating hemostasis, ...

Health tips: 7 Ways to control your blood pressure

July 04, 2023 -

If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, maintaining healthy blood pressure is your priority. Adopting healthy lifestyle changes can greatly reduce your need for prescription medications.

Here are some tips to help you control your blood pressure without relying on meds:Lose those extra pounds and manage your weight

Blood pressure often increases with body weight. Being overweight can also cause disrupted breathing while you sleep (sleep apnea), which further ...

Bottled water found to contain alarming levels of plastic particles, microplastics

January 22, 2024 -

Researchers from Columbia University and Rutgers University found that the average bottle of water sold at grocery stores contains nearly 250,000 fragments of harmful nanoplastics, which are so small in size that they are invisible to the naked eye.

"For reference, there are 25,400 microns in one inch," explains The New American's Veronika Kyrylenko, noting that nanoplastics are smaller than a micron in size. "A single human hair is about 83 microns wide."

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ISIS gearing up for blood-soaked comeback amid Gaza conflict

January 08, 2024 -

These worries were exacerbated when ISIS claimed responsibility for a deadly bombing in Iran that resulted in the tragic loss of 103 lives.

The implications of such a resurgence are particularly alarming given the escalating tensions in the region, with formidable players like Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran expressing steadfast support for Hamas in its conflict with Israel.

Against the backdrop of threats exchanged between these powerful groups and the persistent ...

Study discovers that STROKE could be TRANSMISSIBLE via blood transfusions

November 13, 2023 -

A stroke happens when oxygenated blood that flows through the arteries is prevented from reaching the brain. There are two types of strokes – an ischemic stroke happens when arteries are either blocked by fatty deposits or blood clots. Meanwhile, a hemorrhagic stroke happens when arteries burst, spilling blood in or around the brain.

Despite the kind of stroke that occurs, parts of the brain that do not get the oxygenated blood start to die. When the brain goes longer ...

9 Natural blood thinners you may already have at home

October 05, 2023 -

Cayenne pepper

Cayenne contains salicylate – a natural blood-thinning agent that’s valued for its anti-thrombosis effects. On top of that, it also contains capsaicin, which has been proven to possess lipid-lowering, anti-hypertensive, anti-diabetic and anti-obesity properties in several studies, as indicated in a study published in the Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences. For these reasons, cayenne is often taken in capsule form to promote cardiovascular health and blood ...

6 Natural ways to increase blood flow to your brain

August 22, 2023 -

Your brain is one of three vital organs that consume the most oxygen. Despite comprising only two percent of your total body weight, your brain consumes about 18.4 percent of the oxygen that enters your body, making it the second highest oxygen consumer after the liver, which uses about 20.4 percent. Your brain needs plenty of oxygen because in order to generate energy, it relies almost exclusively on a form of metabolism that requires oxygen. Your brain cells, or neurons, also ...

Geological records show correlation between falling CO2 levels and mass extinction events

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Today, globalists seek to interfere with CO2 levels using large scale geoengineering experiments. These globalists hope to achieve a “Net Zero” future by sequestering carbon into the ground and reducing this essential compound to zero. Certain eras in the GTS show that this is a path toward devastation and the destruction of multiple species over time.Geological time scale shows cascade of extinctions following CO2 drops

The geological time scale (GTS) is a historic time ...

GULP! Study reveals DANGEROUS levels of heavy metals in many US beverages

June 22, 2023 -

A group of scientists from Tulane University in New Orleans disclosed the shocking discovery through a study published in the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. They tested 60 non-alcoholic beverages from a grocery in the Crescent City that are commercially available across the country. These beverages include single and mixed fruit juices, plant-based milk, sodas and teas.

The study authors used inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) to generate atomized ...

BAD APPLE: NYC shoplifting reports hit record levels for second straight year

May 31, 2023 -

New York City (NYC) has become a hotbed for shoplifting. The city has transformed into a haven for those inclined toward retail theft, and the local government can't stop them. 

According to an analysis of police data by the New York Post, reported shoplifting incidents reached the highest levels for the second consecutive year in 2022. The number of complaints related to shoplifting increased to over 63,000 last year, marking a 45 percent upsurge compared ...

Juices, soft drinks found to contain trace levels of toxic metals: INVESTIGATION

May 08, 2023 -

Scientists there tested many different popular beverage brands to see what might be hiding underneath their bright colors and fancy packaging. They discovered everything from arsenic to cadmium to lead in their contents – and in some cases at levels far above federal standards for drinking water.

Two mixed juices in particular were found to contain arsenic levels above and beyond the government water limit of 10 micrograms (mcg) per liter. A cranberry juice beverage, a mixed ...

Finnish study finds correlation between wokeism and higher levels of anxiety and depression

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The rise of critical social justice discourse has sparked discussions in Finland for the last couple of years. However, empirical data on its prevalence and effects have been lacking. With that, study author and doctor of psychology Oskari Lahtinen from the University of Turku in southwestern Finland created a tool to assess critical social justice attitudes and explore their implications.

"This debate was largely data-free and it could thus be considered a worthwhile question ...

Research shows amalgam dental fillings expose pregnant women to DANGEROUS mercury vapor levels

February 26, 2024 -

Details of the study were published in the journal Human & Experimental Toxicology.

Dental amalgam fillings are made from a mixture of mercury and other metals. Mercury is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature. As a liquid, mercury evaporates and turns from liquid to gas. Inhaling mercury vapor is a significant source of mercury exposure.

Other mercury sources include fish and seafood, industrial processes and products. Individuals who work in certain ...

California’s population numbers drop to 2015 pre-COVID levels as EXCESS DEATHS soar

January 08, 2024 -

Since early 2020 when the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) "pandemic" began, roughly 105,000 deaths occurred in California that authorities blamed on "COVID." Another 82,000 Californians died during that same time period from other unknown causes, these being classified as "excess deaths."

As of this writing, the population of California has dropped to what it was in 2015, years before anyone had even heard of COVID. In 2015, 260,000 of the state's roughly 39 million people ...

StatCan: Canadian household debt-to-income ratio surpasses levels seen across other G7 countries

2 months ago -

Real estate constitutes a substantial portion of the average household's wealth, accounting for approximately 55 percent, while mortgages represent the bulk of their debt. So, StatCan described housing as a "double-edged sword," crucial for wealth creation in middle-class households, but also leading to imbalances between assets and debt.

According to the report released on February 28, Canadian households' debt-to-income ratio has surged to 185 percent, a staggering 35 ...