Connecticut Passes GMO Labeling Law

Don't cheer just yet.  There are conditions to the *labeling laws in Connecticut* (click link to see another article).  Four other states including one that boarders Connecticut needs to pass labeling laws in order for the law to be implemented.  This means that we still need to wait.  Connecticut is still, nonetheless, officially the first state who PASSED general labeling for GMOs.

Okay so we made it this far, but New York, California, Vermont, New Hampshire and Colorado are ALL still battling for the rights of the people.  The problem is companies like Monsanto, Bayer and Dow are all spending millions of dollars to fight the people on this matter.  The companies' argument is that it will drive up the cost of food.  Even though this is a fear tactic, these could actually make something like that happen.  Which is why it is SO sad that they are doing everything they can to prohibit American people (and perhaps the rest of the world too) from growing their own food; not to mention the chaos they are bringing to small farmers like the one that I met at the March Against Monsanto.

Dr. Oz Causes "Controversy" with Dental Amalgam Segment

I try not to post too much about Dr. Oz since his information tends to be inconsistent at times; therefore unreliable. Once in a while his information is consistent with what is already widely known plus he gives a little more info that I knew very little about (and I usually double check to make sure THAT information is correct).  Because of this, I try to listen even if I don't fully agree with everything that he says.  Dr. Mercola's information tends to be very consistent, therefore reliable.  Since the article below is his, I read it with less caution and skepticism.

The article is about amalgam fillings which many of us already know is very hazardous to your health.  If you have them, it is a good idea to remove them.  A girlfriend of mine has MS (multiple sclerosis); when she first spoke with a holistic doctor the first thing that she was told was to remove the fillings in her teeth as soon as possible.  In an earlier post, we saw what mercury does to neurons; so I'm sure we could all imagine why someone in her position was told to do this.

Dr. Oz Causes "Controversy" with Dental Amalgam Segment

Book of the Month

Due to a series of illnesses last month, I wasn't able to post as much as I wanted to.  I would like to therefore feature the same books in June to give me the opportunity to post more on Jamaican recipes.

I'm on the introduction GAPS diet right now, so I can't even hope to eat any of the foods that I've posted about.  However, the GAPS diet was developed to heal the gut, therefore I can look forward to eating a healthy version of these foods in the future.  I can't say HOW MUCH I look forward to enjoying that day.

Up to 2 million march against Monsanto

I'm so happy that people are finally starting to open their eyes.  I try not to mention GMOs or Monsanto in conversation with most people (even though I often initiate conversation about health).  Although, when others mention these two buzz words, I engage in the conversation far more passionately.  Recently, I've noticed how more and more people are mentioning GMOs and Monsanto before I would even have a desire to.  This tells me that more people are becoming aware of who Monsanto is and what GMOs are.  Even if people are not against GMOs now, I'm willing to bet that they will have an eye opener in the future, hopefully before they become sick because of GMOs.

The number of people who marched made me SO happy!  There was a point when I really thought we were losing this battle because so few people knew what was going on.  Even with discouraging events like the Monsanto Protection Act, I can still feel encouraged because I know that Monsanto is losing.  Many people know and other people are learning and more and more are avoiding GMOs as best they can.  This, as Jeffery Smith said, is their weakness... consumer avoidance of GMOs.

The number of people against Monsanto is 2 million and growing!  I could just smell health freedom now.

Up to 2 million march against Monsanto

Stew Peas and Spinners

This dish was fun and delicious!  I remember my mother making this.  Once again, it is necessary to watch the ingredients and make sure they are healthful; for example, use whole grain or gluten free flour for the spinners.  Other than that, I would absolutely LOVE to have this again one day.  The picture alone is making me salivate.

Vandana Shiva and The March Against Monsanto

I just found this video a few days ago or I would have posted it on Facebook a LONG time ago.  It is ALWAYS worth it to hear Vandana Shiva on matters against Monsanto.

Enjoy!

The Link Between Neonicotinoids and Bee Die Off

FINALLY!  The EPA is being sued for their negligence.  In my opinion, the EPA isn't even needed, but as long as they are around and spreading all kinds of useless and often even harmful information, they may as well be held accountable.

It's difficult to say which agricultural laws are helping and which are hurting the health freedom movement.  Yes, some are OBVIOUSLY hurting and others may be helping; but because so many of these laws can be easily trampled on by companies like Monsanto, are they really helping?  It's hard to say.

If the EPA loses this lawsuit, then some of these laws may prove useful.

The Link Between Neonicotinoids and Bee Die Off