Today’s blog is an explanation of the differences between sulfur, sulfa drugs, sulfites and sulforaphane. This is a question we continually get from customers because of their concern that they might have an allergic reaction to the broccoli if they are allergic to some sulfur-containing compounds. In our Broccoli post last week – Seagate Broccoli…
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Seagate Broccoli Sprouts delivery and Sulforaphane
Sulforaphane is the phytochemical which has been made synonymous with the many health benefits contained in cruciferous vegetables. Broccoli is perhaps the best-known of this group of vegetables. However, cruciferous vegetables include brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens, kale, kohlrabi, mustard, rutabaga, turnips, bok choy, Chinese cabbage, radish (Raphanus sativus), horseradish (Armoracia rusticana), watercress (Nasturtium…
Bye Bye Burns – Buy 1 Get 1 free – ending 5-31-2018
Topical Spray: Sunburns; Scaldings; Contact Burns Indications: For the temporary relief of skin burns and pain from contact with hot surfaces, from scalding, and from the sun. For the temporary relief of vesicular eruptions like blisters, and inflammation after a burn. Natural burn medicine: Bye Bye Burns homeopathic medicine promotes a natural approach to…
More Dog Food Recalls
Unfortunately, here are more commercial dog foods that you can add to your list of potential dangers to be giving to your dog. Redbarn Pet Products LLC of Long Beach, CA began (voluntarily) recalling their 7″ Bullystick 3-pack in March because of salmonella contamination, which can be transferred to humans from handling this product. Make…
Seagate Olive Leaf Extract – comparing apples to oranges
Customers are always asking us to compare Seagate’s Olive Leaf Extract with other brands. They specifically want to know the levels of oleuropein, a phytonutrient found in the olive tree, its leaves and even in its oil. Unfortunately the U.S. health food industry is composed primarily of companies that are just labels who source…
Seaweed Powder – Buy 1 Get 1 free – ending 4/30/18
Benefits: Seaweed is one of the primary sources of nutrition for ocean life. Seaweed is an excellent source of iodine, fiber, minerals, protein, and chlorophyll (10mg/100 grams), is rich in antioxidants and represents up to 10% of the diet in several Asian countries. Seaweed is an excellent cleanser, digestive aid, detox. nutrient and source…
Olive Rectal Spray – Buy 1 Get 1 free this month
Feeling anal (distress) today, perhaps you can use an all-natural homeopathic medicine that can offer relief from a variety of anal and rectal irritations. This is the first and only all-natural product designed for soothing both internal irritations to the rectal area and for application externally to the anal area. An alternative to the harsh…
Mass-market purchasing health food companies
Once upon a time, there was a very distinct dividing line between the health food industry and the mass-market retailers and their grocery suppliers. The mass market mighty giants versus the small mom and pop producers of real food in the health food industry. We have written about this takeover trend before (Mass-market buying out…
Seagate Extra Virgin Olive Oil 375 ml glass bottle vs 500 ml plastic bottle
Which one to choose, glass or plastic? The plastic bottle is one-third larger, providing 500 ml of oil versus the glass slightly tinted 375 ml bottle. Both bottles cost the same $18.50. People who dislike plastic packaging still have the glass option. Those who want a better deal get 125 ml more oil in…
Have you noticed dogs are not living as long?
Here are some observations regarding the declining health of our dog population during the last 40 years. Today’s post is designed to raise questions and get you to think about your dog and their life. Have you noticed that dogs seem to age much more quickly and are dying younger? They behave like elderly animals…