I was looking through some of my  Great Aunt Ann's medical books the other day and came across something very  interesting. It was a hand-written note with a simple recipe for making vitamin  C at home.

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When healthy foods contribute to health problems, this compound could be the reason... If you eat a lot of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and even dark chocolate, you probably think you don't have anything to worry about. But for some people, there's a compound in these foods that can cause inflammatory conditions, autoimmune issues, and mineral deficiencies. Some experts even think they can cause autism.

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U.S. government declares dietary cholesterol is no longer a "nutrient of concern" I was stunned. I couldn't believe what I was reading. The U.S. government's top nutrition advisory panel just decided to drop its warning about dietary cholesterol. We've known for some time that dietary cholesterol was a non-issue. But I couldn't believe someone in the government was finally admitting we were right.  

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Several weeks ago, the New York State attorney general's office hammered four major retailers. The AG accused these retailers of "selling fraudulent and potentially dangerous herbal supplements." Then the AG demanded that the retailers remove these products from their shelves. The case seemed strong. But I showed you how these accusations were built on fraudulent data.

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Calorie restriction isn't the only way to extend life span — this three-nutrient cocktail can do it too Until recently, researchers have found only one way to extend the life span of a human. You had to restrict the number of calories you eat each day. One study found that you could significantly extend your life if you cut your calories by 25%.  

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