Archive for February, 2008 :

Health Hazards of Genetically Modified Food
February 23rd, 2008

Most of the food sold in US & Canadian grocery stores has been genetically modified even though studies have shown the modification to be extremely hazardous to health.


Vegan Impact on Diabetes
February 23rd, 2008

While it is already well-known that a vegan diet is highly effective against diabetes, a formal study is planned in India on the benefits of a vegan diet for type II diabetes.


Consequences of GM Crop Contamination To Worsen
February 18th, 2008

The consequences of contamination between GM crops and non-GM varieties will be much more serious with the next generation of GM crops, an influential group of US scientists has warned.


Lunar Eclipse Wednesday
February 17th, 2008

On Wednesday evening, February 20th, the full Moon over the Americas will turn a delightful shade of red and possibly turquoise, too. It’s a total lunar eclipse—the last one until Dec. 2010


Transport Canada Seeks to Ban Electric Cars
February 13th, 2008

After approving the Canadian made ZENN electric car, Transport Canada is now rewriting regulations to effectively ban low-speed electric autos from all public roads.


Biofuels Worse Than Fossil Fuels
February 8th, 2008

Biofuels are making climate change worse, not better, according to two new studies.


Smoking May Kill 1 Billion
February 8th, 2008

The World Health Organization warned in a new report that the “tobacco epidemic” is growing and could claim 1 billion lives.


Time to Go Whole Grain
February 6th, 2008

It’s hardly news that a diet heavy in meat and fried foods is bad for your health. A new study shows that such a diet may be even worse than previously thought. Eat your veggies – live longer.