Last Wednesday, the U.S. Senate rejected a controversial bill that would have made labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food products voluntary. Also known as the DARK Act (Deny Americans the Right to Know), the bill would have undone any labeling laws that some states have already passed (most notably, Vermont’s GMO labeling law that is set to go into effect on July 1, 2016), and it would actually have made it harder, if not impossible, for the Food and Drug Administration to require mandatory national labeling of GMOs.
Instead, the Senate did the right thing. Against pressures and huge lobbying efforts from corporations like Monsanto, they voted against it. Wenonah Hauter, Executive Director of Food & Water Watch, said, “People want to know if the food they buy contains GMO ingredients. It’s time for Congress to create a mandatory on-package labeling requirement so people can decide for themselves whether they want to eat a food that has been produced using genetic engineering.”
Polls show that GMO labeling is supported by over 90% of Americans. Continue reading “DARK Act Defeated: A Win for American Consumers”
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Hello all! It is wonderful to be joining the Village Green blog team! For over 15 years, I have been helping individuals create healthy living spaces. You may be asking what that means. It is my mission to help physicians and homeowners understand the importance that our environments play in our health. In my opinion, three things matter most to wellness; what you put into your body, your environmental exposures, and your genetics.
If you are struggling with any health issues or simply want to revitalize your health, we invite you to consult with one of Village Green’s health experts. Our highly trained team of advisors includes Naturopathic doctors, Herbalists, Nutritionists, and Nutrition Coaches. Available both in person or over the phone, our wellness advisors will work with you to create an individual health plan that encourages and supports your goals for improved health and well-being. During your health consult, you will receive personal guidance on a supplement program that is right for you, as well as recommendations for dietary and lifestyle changes to improve your health. And, our advisors always check for drug/nutrient interactions or depletions.
In recent years, the dangers of bisphenol A (BPA) have been the subject of many news and health reports. Research shows that elevated levels of BPA can lead to dangerous neurological and hormonal disruptions. As a result, many companies have voluntarily removed the chemical from plastic products such water bottles, food storage containers, baby bottles, and toys. But, did you know that another dangerous source of BPA is in cash register receipts? Many of the receipts that come from major retailers, grocery stores, convenience stores, gas stations, fast-food restaurants, post offices and automatic teller machines (ATMs) contain BPA that is easily absorbed through the skin.
