It’s not so surprising that I would find it interesting. I majored in Biology at UTSA with a concentration in Microbiology. I think that means that, had they had a degree program in Microbiology, then I would have a BS in Microbiology. I’ve always found viruses intriguing. And so I spent a lot of time reading about Ebola. And Marburg and a few others actually.
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Category Archives: Health News
Back To School

I may have mentioned that I recently took a course about the digestive system. The course went through the anatomy, physiology, and function of the various parts of digestion. It also covered health issues that originate in the digestive tract. Turns out? Nearly every disease actually starts there.
News You Can Use – Oct 7 2012

Every week I read a lot of health news. Here’s a compilation of important health news items – news you can use to be healthier.
GMOs & Pesticides
The Big Bone Lie – Don’t Believe the Hype!
Beef: Corn Fed, Grass Fed, and Now, Candy Fed!
This is crazy that they are feeding cows candy now!
Study links diabetes risk to modern oils
A long-term research study published this week has confirmed that non-traditional methods of cooking are significantly contributing to the rise in diabetes among Indians.
News You Can Use – Sept 30 2012

Every week I read a lot of health news. Here’s a compilation of important health news items – news you can use to be healthier.
8 Ingredients You Never Want to See on Your Nutrition Label
Five Days of Kid-Friendly Lunches
Here are some great ideas for preparing lunches for your kids.
Is Alzheimer’s Disease a “Diabetes of the Brain”?
Is it possible that eating processed foods and junk food is the cause of Alzheimer’s Disease?
24 Simple Swaps You Can Make to Live Healthier
News You Can Use – Sept 23 2012

Every week I read a lot of health news. Here’s a compilation of important health news items – news you can use to be healthier.
A Sip of Soda: What’s the Fuss? You Decide
Between the rising obesity rates and the ban on large sodas in New York City, you have to know there are issues with sodas. See this infographic for their full impact.
Natural Room Scents
What’s In Our Beef?
A good argument for seeking out grass-fed beef. Naturally raised cows do not need to be given massive antibiotics.
Child Obesity and BPA
News You Can Use – September 16

Every week I read a lot of health news. Here’s a compilation of important health news items – news you can use to be healthier.
What you need to know about GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms)
Using Recycled Toilet Paper? Maybe You Should Reconsider!
Alzheimer’s could be the most catastrophic impact of junk food
New evidence shows that poor diet is one cause of Alzheimer’s.
Scottish fish farmers use record amounts of parasite pesticides
Food Looks the Same Today, But Is It?
Today’s food may look the same, but the ingredients are new and formerly unheard of.