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May
2007
May
2007
Organic Health Tips
Breastfeeding and Herbs
When you are breastfeeding, much of what you take into your body you give to your baby along with your milk. This includes many pharmaceutical drugs, both prescription and over the counter, as well as many herbs. And just because herbs are natural, that doesn’t mean they’re all safe for you or the baby. As with pharmaceutical substances, some medicines might be fine for adults but not so for babies and children. Therefore, it is important to know that what you ingest while nursing is safe for both of you. For more information and a list of herbs and potential reactions with breastfeeding, see http://www.atlantisnatural.com/content/Breastfeeding_Herbs.htm
Organic & Sustainable Farming
A new study published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology indicates that low income farmers in developing nations who adopt sustainable organic farming practices increase crop yields by an average of 79%. In addition, the healthier soil allows the crops to better withstand drought. Sustainable farmers save additional money by using less water, eliminating pesticides and chemical fertilizers, and by avoiding high-priced genetically engineered seeds. Support the growth of organic farming, better for your health and proving to make good economic sense too.