Glaucoma Linked to Sleep Apnea and Circulatory Issues

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A holistic perspective on health means that we recognize the interrelated nature of the body’s systems. It also means that we understand the connection between the eyes and seemingly unrelated conditions like sleep apnea and circulatory problems.

People who have sleep apnea are 75% more likely to have glaucoma than those [...]

Beef Recalled in Ten States Due to E. Coli Contamination

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Another round of beef recalls due to potential E. coli contamination has made the news today.  Over 14,000 pounds of contaminated ground beef may sit on supermarket shelves in 10 states.

 

The meat is available under various brand names in Arizona, California, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, [...]

Vegans Need Dietary Supplements to Prevent Heart Disease

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A healthy diet is essential to maintaining your vision.  Plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are key to the health of the eyes and the body as a whole.  Generally, we do not believe that eating some meat is detrimental to health, but we support the many who people [...]

Heart Health Depends on Fruit and Vegetable Consumption: New Study

There’s even more science to back up the claim that eating fruits and vegetables will help you fight heart disease.

The European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition has published a paper on heart health.  Researchers indicate that those who eat at least 8 servings of fruits and vegetables each day are 22% less likely [...]