robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Nov 18, 2011, 4:15 pm
I just watched a newly released undercover video from Mercy For Animals showing abuse of hens at the largest restaurant egg producers, Sparboe Farms. This farm supplies eggs to McDonald's. The Sparboe eggs were on recall last year due to Salmonella. I've eaten these eggs for several year s...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Nov 7, 2011, 1:54 pm
FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Bio Gaudiano Brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Nov. 4, 2011 - FDA warns consumers not to eat Bio Gaudiano brand Organic Olives Stuffed with Almonds This product may put consumers at risk for botulism&...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Nov 7, 2011, 1:47 pm
Rice-A-Roni Issues Voluntary Recall on a Small Quantity of Specific Family Size Rice-A-Roni Rice Pilaf Flavor Product Due to Undeclared Milk Allergen FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - November 4, 2011 - Rice-A-Roni has initiated a voluntary recall on a ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 24, 2011, 11:52 am
Salmonella Illnesses Linked To Organic Eggs Consumers, Food Preparers Reminded To Cook Eggs Thoroughly  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 19, 2011 - The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) are investigating illnesses in at least six people ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 21, 2011, 2:08 pm
Consumer Alert - Undeclared Sulfites In Dried Dates FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 19, 2011 - New York State Agriculture Commissioner Darrel Aubertine today alerted consumers that Domega NY International Co. LTD, located at 47-57 Bridgewater St. in Brooklyn, NY, is recalling Dried Dates due to...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 21, 2011, 2:05 pm
Church Brothers, LLC Announces Voluntary Recall of Bagged Spinach FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 20, 2011 – Church Brothers, LLC is voluntarily recalling 560 bags of clipped spinach as a precautionary measure after one bag tested positive for Salmonella during a random USDA Microbiologic...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 21, 2011, 2:04 pm
Insight Pharmaceuticals Issues A Voluntary Nationwide Recall Of "Nostrilla Nasal Decongestant" Due To Bacterial Contamination FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 19, 2011 - Insight Pharmaceuticals, LLC of Langhorne, Pa., is recalling one lot (34,092 bottles) of Nostrilla Nasal Decongestant nasal spr...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 21, 2011, 2:02 pm
General Mills Issues Voluntary Class One Recall of One Day’s Production of Chocolate Flavor Fiber One 90-Calorie Chewy Bars FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 20, 2011 - General Mills is voluntarily recalling a single day’s production of Chocolate flavor Fiber One 90-Calorie Chewy Bars be...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 14, 2011, 3:10 pm
CooperVision Continues the Voluntary Recall of Avaira™ Toric Contact Lenses FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 13, 2011 - In full cooperation with the United States Food and Drug Administration, CooperVision, Inc. is continuing to work with the FDA, distributors, customers, eye care practitioners ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 6, 2011, 3:07 pm
... why I decided to try the Pulse from Versativa. The protein in ... using soy or other animal products. Pulse has lots of great ingredients, ... inches in my stomach since eating Pulse everyday. It fills me up ... to sit down and eat. Pulse is made using 26 organic ... and they make ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 6, 2011, 11:37 am
Kraft Foods Voluntarily Recalls Three Varieties of Velveeta Shells & Cheese Microwaveable Cups With Limited “Best When Used By” Dates Contact: Consumer: 1-800-308-1841 Media: 847-646-4538 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Northfield, IL., September 30 2011 - Kraft Foods Glob...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Sep 28, 2011, 8:00 pm
Tyson Fresh Meats Inc., an Emporia, Kan. establishment, is recalling approximately 131,300 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The following produc...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Sep 26, 2011, 5:34 pm
 Beyond Organic? Many of you may know my good friend and natural health expert Jordan Rubin, CEO of Garden of Life, and author of The Maker's Diet. Jordan is about to launch a new company called Beyond Organic, which will offer the world’s healthiest foods, including: ·         Beyond O...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Sep 15, 2011, 11:50 am
FDA warns consumers not to eat Rocky Ford Cantaloupes shipped by Jensen Farms Jensen Farms recalls Rocky Ford cantaloupe due to potential link to a multi-state outbreak of listeriosis Fast FactsThe FDA is warning consumers not to eat Rocky Ford Cantaloupe shipped by Jensen Farms and to throw away...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Sep 1, 2011, 10:42 am
We all need a pick-me-up from time to time.  I used to grab a cup of coffee but found that just upset my stomach and really did nothing for giving me energy.  The energy drinks are loaded with caffeine and SUGAR or HFCS so they are out! For a pick-me-up that will last two or three hours food...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Aug 31, 2011, 8:58 pm
I got this important message today and wanted to make sure all my readers were aware of yet another way our water is being made unsafe! From Environmental Working Group: "The oil and gas industry says it's safe. Environmental Working Group wants more science. You have probably heard abo...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Aug 19, 2011, 5:19 pm
I've been a flexitarian most of my life. I eat mostly veggies and fruits, rarely eat meats.  I knew I needed protein but still couldn't make myself eat meat. I've never liked the taste of meat and can't stand how the animals are not treated humanely in the feed lots....  I learned we can get prote...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Aug 19, 2011, 3:38 pm
Atlanta Oriental Food Wholesale Company of Atlanta, GA, is recalling its 1 gallon plastic containers of Cut Napa Kimchi and 5 gallon buckets of Cut Napa Kimchi because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Aug 11, 2011, 2:08 pm
Fresh Strawberries From Washington County Farm Implicated In E. coli O157 Outbreak In NW Oregon Oregon Public Health officials have identified fresh strawberries from a Newberg farm as the source of a cluster of Escherichia coli O157:H7 infections that sickened at least 10 people last month, includ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jul 29, 2011, 3:01 pm
I've never had problems with back pain so I was not happy when my lower back starting hurting all at once with no warning.  I admit I do a lot of lifting since my part time job is in a freight department.  I guess that's why the lower back pain even happened. I'm not one to take OTC pain med...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Apr 12, 2011, 8:56 pm
We are treated with a guest article about digestive problems.  Holly Haden gives great tips on what foods to eat to help with digestion, many being herbs.  She explains how digestion works and how enzymes are so important for gut health. I'm sure you will enjoy the article and gain valuable ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Apr 4, 2011, 9:15 pm
Comparison of Pop A Green® and Pop A Purple® with Juice Plus® Garden Blend and Orchard BlendI've had requests to show the comparisons of Whole Food Nation's Pop A Purple® and Pop A Green® with Juice Plus® Garden Blend and Orchard Blend because these are both supplements sourced from whol...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Apr 4, 2011, 9:12 pm
Pop A Purple – Juice Plus OrchardComparison of Pop A Purple® with Juice Plus® Orchard Blend Pop a Purple Juice Plus Orchard Berries Cranberry Bilberry Blueberry Elderberry Wolfberry TOTAL 6 1 Other Fruits Apple Cherry Orange Papaya Pineappl...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Apr 4, 2011, 9:09 pm
Pop A Green – Juice Plus GardenComparison of Pop A Green® with Juice Plus Garden Blend Pop a Green Juice Plus Garden Cruciferous Veggies Broccoli Cabbage Kale Brussels sprout Cauliflower TOTAL 5 3 Sea Veggies Dunaliella Chlorella Spirulina ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Apr 3, 2011, 2:12 pm
Natural products are important to me so when Healthy Options of Days Gone By LLC  asked me to sample home made natural skin care products I didn't hesitate to say YES!  I spend a lot on natural skin care products --- These products are very reasonably priced  for almost any budget, REALLY! ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Mar 9, 2011, 8:22 pm
REMEDYTEAS Voluntarily Recalls Peppermint Organic Herbal Tea And Organic Herbal Tea Blend Because Of Possible Health Risk Contact: Remedy Teas 206 323 4832 info@remedyteas.com   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - March 8, 2011 - RemedyTeas announced a voluntary recall of 20 lbs of Pepperm...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Mar 7, 2011, 8:57 am
Unilever Announces Recall of Skippy® Reduced Fat Peanut Butter Spread Due to Possible Health Risk Limited Recall of 6 Best-If-Used-By Dates Contact: 800-453-3432 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - March 4, 2011 - Unilever United States, Inc. today announced a limited recall of Skippy® Reduced Fat C...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Feb 26, 2011, 4:21 pm
Hypothyroidism is caused by an underproduction of thyroid hormone.  Symptoms include fatigue, loss of appetite, inability to tolerate cold, a slow heart rate, weight gain, painful premenstrual periods, fertility problems,  muscle weakness, muscle cramps, dry and scaly skin. The illness d...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 29, 2011, 3:51 pm
Eye health is important to me because Glaucoma runs in my immediate family. My Mom was blind after years of treatments for her Glaucoma.  Eating the right foods can add a benefit to your eye health.  I even had my vision improve after an intensive juice fast.  I don't recommend you do this kind ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 26, 2011, 3:37 pm
Green tea extract for metabolic aid and so much more!This ingredient can be found in: Pop A Green and Pop A Purple I grew up drinking sweet tea. Everyone in Texas drinks "sweet tea" - it's black tea with sugar. I still drink sweet tea but with raw sugar and only during the summer. My tea is ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 21, 2011, 3:47 am
The following article was written by Eric Stevenson. Eric shares with us how important nutrition is, especially when living with cancer or during treatments for cancer.Thank you, Eric! Maintaining proper nutrition can sometimes be a struggle, especially when other aspects of your health are of...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 20, 2011, 1:13 am
I'm always on the lookout for alternative products for health. Rarely have I found any product for weight loss that is not real food based. Until now... I've been using the LifeWave drug-free patches for energy and anti-aging for five months. I've had surprising results, as have friends ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 19, 2011, 2:53 pm
This is the start of our mini posts about herbs and spices that are natural metabolic aids. Cayenne is spicy and tastes great in so many dishes making it easy to work into your daily diet so that's our first metabolic aid topic.  Cayenne is also one of the 77 Ingredients in the Pop-A-Purple suppl...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 18, 2011, 3:52 pm
Feeling ‘stuffy’ and congested? When the membranes lining the nasal passages become inflamed, swelling can occur, causing the obstruction of easy airflow in the sinus walls. This obstruction is commonly described as nasal congestion and ‘pressure’ on the upper cheeks and on either side...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 17, 2011, 8:54 pm
For me, spices are the perfect complement to chilly autumn and winter months. The tantalizing aromas are reminiscent of holiday favorites like apple and pumpkin pie, mulled apple cider, eggnog, clove-studded oranges, and hot toddies. Plus, the scents are uplifting to the spirits, comforting, ene...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 16, 2011, 4:44 pm
I've been baffled about the weight I've gained in my stomach because I eat healthy and get moderate exercise.  I know part of it is my thyroid even though the tests come back normal.  I know what I see and feel...  Anyway, I recently read that at least 15 million American women have candidi...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 15, 2011, 6:20 pm
I've never been a fan of eating in the morning.  I know it's important to get something in my stomach soon after waking up so a drink is a fit for me.  I don't use any processed ready to use drinks, Yuck and Toxic ingredients!  I make my own very tasty and easy blended drink.  I use it any...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Jan 5, 2011, 5:30 pm
The sea provides us with a wide supply of food rich in different types of nutrients. Apart from the fishes and other animal sources, the sea also harbours numerous vegetables and algae that are considered rich sources of essential nutrients. Numerous research is being conducted on different...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Dec 27, 2010, 7:13 pm
Whole Foods Market Announces A Recall Of Products Which Were Produced By Rolf’s Patisserie In Seven States In The Midwest Because Of A Possible Health Risk Contact: Whole Foods Market 512-542-0878 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - December 24, 2010 - Whole Foods Market announces that it is re...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Dec 27, 2010, 7:05 pm
Whole Foods Market Announces A Recall For Ginger Bread Houses Which Were Produced By Rolf’s Patisserie In Twenty-Three States Because Of A Possible Health Risk Contact: Whole Foods Market 512-542-0878 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - December 24, 2010 - Whole Foods Market announces that it i...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Dec 14, 2010, 9:35 am
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Announces Voluntary Recall Of All Lots Of Rolaids® Extra Strength Softchews, Roldaids® Extra Strength Plus Gas Softchews, And Roldaids® Multi-Symptom Plus Anti-Gas Softchews Sold In The United States Contact: McNeil Consumer Healthcare http://www.rolaids.com9 &...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Nov 1, 2010, 8:34 pm
The founders of Whole Food Nation hosted a "Heal In" for people interested in using alternative medicine for healing, especially for pain relief. Kim Klaver had a film crew from Berkeley taping the session. Watch 9 minutes of the AM session of a two session, two-hour each "Heal-In with Patche...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 21, 2010, 5:27 pm
Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. Announces Limited Voluntary Cantaloupe Recall FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 21, 2010 - Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc ("Del Monte Fresh") announced today the voluntary recall of certain cantaloupes grown in and shipped from Arizona. The affected product was...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 19, 2010, 3:13 pm
I've been learning more and more about alternative health treatments.  This is because I don't want to live longer and be popping drugs to manage disease.  I want to love longer and be healthier. I want to have a balanced body that is healing itself. I believe in alternative medicine. You? ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 19, 2010, 2:53 pm
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Announces Voluntary Recall of One Product Lot of TYLENOL® 8 Hour Caplets 50 Count Sold in The United States and Puerto Rico Comsumer Contact: 1-888-222-6036Media Contact: Marc Boston, 215-273-7649 (office) 215-429-7034 (mobile) FOR IMMEDIATE REL...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 18, 2010, 4:33 pm
The Pictsweet Company Announces a Voluntary Recall of Frozen Green Peas Due to Possible Health RiskMedia Contact: Anne Tyrrell   atyrrell@prismpublicaffairs.com   202-207-3632 Richard Ades   rades@prismpublicaffairs.com   202-207-3665 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 15, 2010 - T...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 18, 2010, 4:29 pm
Pats Exotic Beverage Recalls "Carrot Juice" Beverage, "Carrot Beet" Beverage, "Carrot Lime" Beverage and "Cucumber" Beverage Due to Possible Health Risk Contact: Phil Giltner 518-457-3136 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 15, 2010 - New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hook...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 15, 2010, 12:13 pm
I just did a Google search for the question "Why is being hydrated important" there are about 2,350,000 results. So this tells me a lot of people don't drink enough water and probably need to! Your body needs water to stay alive. You can go only 3 days without water.. Water makes up 8...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 8, 2010, 10:16 am
Living Foods Inc. Initiates a Voluntary Market Withdrawal of Alfalfa Sprouts Because of Possible Health RiskContact: Living Foods, Inc. Ionia, MI Michael Lalley, President 616-527-0911 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 7, 2010 - Out of an abundance of caution, Living Foods, Inc. of ...
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robin p. posted an article on Whole Food and More - Oct 7, 2010, 12:43 pm
I just learned about a safe and easy way to get rid of Lady Bugs! You know the kind of Ladybugs that bombard you when you go outside, are covering your windows, doors, patio and plants. If you would like to get rid of ladybugs, for good, using household products you probably already have in y...
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