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FDA Alert: Teething Products

The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert warning about homeopathic teething products. The concern is for a significant levels of belladonna, a toxic substance especially for infants, contained in these products. Belladonna is a naturally occurring substance that is used to reduce muscle spasms. However in teething products the exact quantities are unknown; this can lead to…

Pregnancy and Childhood Asthma

As the pregnancy progresses every expectant mother and father wants to have a healthy baby. One that will reach his or her full potential in all aspects of life. Taking care of yourself before becoming pregnant is just as important as taking care of yourself during and after the pregnancy. Making sure your nutritional needs are met can make a significant difference in the health of your unborn…

Reaching Out In Your Community

There is always an opportunity to help someone in your neighborhood. The reward of feeling good afterward will motivate you do continue to help those in need. Whether it is donating your clothes not are not being used to local charities, volunteering at a food bank or donating food to the food bank are all excellent ways to give back. Whether it is at this time of year or throughout the year.  …

Talking So Others Will Listen

Recent events worldwide demonstrates the need for everyone to have a voice in how they are governed. However many people are living in their homelands without having their voices heard. Part of the problem lies in people realizing their voices need to be heard. Others may not want to get involved for their own personal reasons. Still others may not feel what they have to say is important. And…

Having Your Voice Heard

In light of the recent polarized elections that occurred in the US this month, it is obvious that many individuals’ voices in this great country are not being heard. Part of the problem lies in people realizing their voices need to be heard. Others may not want to get involved for their own personal reasons. Still others may not feel what they have to say is important. And many of us may be too…

There is noise all around us every day. When we talk to one another it is so important to listen to each other so we can understand each other better. Don’t you want to be understood? Obviously the answer is yes!

So how can we do this? Everyone of us needs to make an effort to listen when others are talking. Make a point of listening consciously. Encourage your local school to adopt a program to…

Helping Others Is Right & It Feels Good

Everyday we are faced with news reports of natural disasters, war, conflict and the millions of victims. There is no paucity of areas to help, lend a hand, or donate money. We applaud those who continue to give before being asked, and those who graciously give when called upon. There are many ways each one of us can help our fellow human being, a neighbor, or someone in our community. No matter…

Making A Difference: Florida State Footballer

Every day there are opportunities for each and everyone of us to make a difference in others’ lives. Whether it is giving up our seats on a crowded bus, opening the door for someone, donating our time or money to charitable events or causes, or by simply smiling and saying hello. You never know how your one act can postively affect a person’s day. We applaud all for trying to make a positive…

Some Facts About Our Drinking Water

Nearly 70% of the human body is made of water

Just as water leaves sediment deposits on utensils, it similarly can do the same to our body

Deposits in the kidney and gall bladder may lead to stone formation

Deposits in arteries and joints may lead to blockage or stiffness over time

In 2015 many urban cities in the US (Flint, MI; St Louis, MO; Newark, NJ) found significant levels of lead in the…

We can all help our environment

Climate change is affecting our environment on many different levels. Despite the reluctance of some politicians to avoid this issue or deny it’s existence, time and again the research is proving them wrong. All of these conversations about climate change can become depressing when thinking of the possible outcomes. What will our future look like? What kind of life will our children inherit?…

Scholarship Available: deadline July 29 2016

The CCREF Young Investigator Scholarship awards a $2,500 scholarship to encourage college-level compost research projects. In this way, we recruit tomorrow’s generation of industry experts and researchers! WHO SHOULD APPLY: College students with projects about the compost process, the application and use of finished compost, how compost can increase drought tolerance and nutrient content or…

Wellness As A Goal

The mid year is approaching and many of the New Year’s resolutions may have gone by the wayside for you. But never fear, it is never too late to get started on improving one’s health (mentally and physically). The first step begins with you! Look at your body like a machine, let’s say a car. If you didn’t put gasoline in the car, or perform routine maintenance would the car work well? Of course…

Being homeless is hard work, includes loss of dignity, increases the chances of illness. It is even worse when temperatures plunge below freezing. Many cities are grappling with their homeless populations, some better than others. The U.S. needs to put more focus on this issue at all levels, including the ongoing presidential campaign. However the voices of others need to join those of the…

The new year, 2016, has begun with a bang! More countries are experiencing the effects of war, poverty, economic imbalance, terror, violence, and most of all climate change. There is always some news about others taking advantage of those weaker, whether it is economic or social suppression/oppression, it all comes down to the same thing, people and individuals are being harmed so that others can…

Lately there has been much discussion in the media, world about the plight of the refugees from Syria. We must remember that there have always been refugees from many different parts of the world, and unfortunately there will always be refugees, people escaping their homelands for different yet personal reasons. There should be more discussion about how to help people in flight. In flight from…