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'The Politics of Health' Articles

D-glucopyranosyl- (12)–D-fructofuranoside

April 27th, 2008

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In the name of science, all is NOT holy.  We are not told the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.  Profits are at stake. The facts are sugar-coated with words like: occasional use, moderation, second or third on the label, in attempt to make sugar sound ... MORE...

A Knight on a Quest

June 5th, 2007

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I have a passion.  It's biased yet with merit.  I am  unabashedly a proponent of the use alternative medicines & prevention.  And, I know I'm among friends here who feel the same...how refreshing! What people often don't realize is that California has a strong AMA. ND's, naturopathic doctors, are not allowed to practice ... MORE...

The Girl in the Cafe

May 5th, 2007

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Some afternoons are made for a movie.  It was that time for me.  I won't tell you how many times I've put in "The Girl in the Cafe" while making the bed or ironing or cleaning and listened to it: my husband would say "too many." :-)  But, it's one ... MORE...

Oranges Outside My Window….

March 15th, 2007

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I know I'm fortunate to have a lemon and orange tree in my backyard.  Color me happy about it.  I'm from Illinois and it was years before I simply ate an orange instead of drink [frozen] orange juice.  Big difference.  There are a multitude of "big differences" in my life ... MORE...

nour·ish (nûrsh, nr-)
  1. To provide with food or other substances necessary for life and growth; feed.
  2. To foster the development of; promote: “Athens was an imperial city, nourished by the tribute of subjects” (V. Gordon Childe).
  3. To keep alive; maintain: nourish a hope.

Originating from Latin Nutrire which means to feed or suckle

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