A new review of hundreds of studies has pinpointed a ‘canary in a coal mine’ that not only affects men's health today, but also future generations of humans and our ability to create them. The results of the study are alarming. Sperm counts are declining rapidly, and there is no indication that it will slow down. We've already covered how some …
200 Experts Agree The Chemical In This Toothpaste Is Toxic But We Have Better Alternatives
There’s a toxic ingredient in one of the most popular toothpaste brands on the market. It’s already been banned in other products here in the U.S., yet you could still be ingesting it each time you brush your teeth! And this brand of toothpaste is so popular, it used to be my preferred brand before I started looking into chemicals in personal …
These 5 Videos About Consumer Products & Chemicals Will Change Your Life
Every year Mamavation hosts a weekend conference called ShiftCon Social Media Conference where we bring influencers together with brands, nonprofits, scientists, doctors and other health professionals to discuss food & wellness issues, science, social media and female empowerment. Over the years, we have amassed a considerable library of videos …
Mamavation’s Top 100 Healthy Recipe Blogs
When you’re looking for healthy and delicious recipes, it can get quite overwhelming! There are hundreds and hundreds of recipe blogs out there that claim to be healthy, but still share recipes that are full of refined sugars and processed foods. We've already brought you the Top 100 Healthy Mom Blogs, but we couldn't stop there! We had to bring …
Fetal Microchimerism and Fetal Cells- How Your Baby’s Leftover DNA Affects You For Life
There are so many things in motherhood that come as a surprise. And there are so many new things to worry about. But scientists have discovered even more reasons to be in awe of the female body after conception. Have you ever heard of fetal microchimerism? Chimera, a mythical Greek creature with three different heads, wings and a snake for a tail, …
Benefits of CBD Oil and Do the Medicinal Properties of Marijuana Make You High?
CBD oil is becoming popular for treating everything from anxiety to multiple sclerosis. Marijuana (technically a slang term for the cannabis plant) has a long history in America, dating back to King James’ decree to colonists to grow the hemp plant, one of George Washington’s main crops. It has been transformed through early pharmaceutical use, …
Getting Pregnant Naturally: How Chinese Medicine Boosts Fertility
Are you looking for a way to get pregnant naturally? Chinese medicine boosts fertility in several important ways. Most of us don't think about our fertility until it’s time to get pregnant. We dutifully start prenatal vitamins, establish a relationship with an OB-GYN and work to come off birth control. For most women today, this thought process …
Breast Cancer: Tales From Two Survivors
Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed form of cancer in women worldwide. According to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s website, the latest research available shows that globally, breast cancer represents one in four of all cancers in women. It accounts for the most frequently diagnosed cancer in 140 of 184 countries across the …
Foods That Have GMOs: Update & Investigation
Products and foods that have GMOs – genetically modified organisms – have been a topic of debate in recent years. The Non-GMO Project defines a GMO as "a plant, animal, microorganism or other organism whose genetic makeup has been modified using...gene splicing, gene modification or transgenic technology." This is not like the …
6 Things You Should Stop Giving F*cks About Right Now: The Happiness Zappers That Are Holding You Back
We all have the same 24 hours as Beyoncé, so why does it feel like most days are leaving you tired and uninspired with little to show for it? Yes, a full staff of assistants, nannies, and caterers-to-all-your-needs would help, but having a solid list of priorities that deserve your energy would also help you to stay focused on your goals and your …
Toxic Packaging: Are Fast Food Wrappers Hurting Your Family?
We moms all know that fast foods are not healthy, but every now and then, most of us allow our families to cheat. Whether it’s picking up a GMO free dinner at fast food alternative Chipotle or indulging with a cup of Starbucks, we know that keeping things in moderation is usually safe. But did you know that your family actually be getting an extra …
Endocrine Disruptors Cost Americans $340 Billion Per Year In Healthcare Expenses
The dangers of endocrine disruptors, also known as endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), found in thousands of everyday products such as plastic, fragrances, and some multi-level marketing products, are not something most people are aware of. But scientists have calculated exactly how expensive the health complications from endocrine disruptors …
