Fall is the season for Hokkaido pumpkins. These pretty orange or green, sweet, nutrient and mineral rich pumpkins are originally from the Japanese island of Hokkaido, where they grow in volcanic soil.
Homocysteine is a relatively disregarded poison which attacks the central nervous system, the circulatory system, the bones, the eyes, and the organs. It could very well be the primary cause of arteriosclerosis.
Norwegian researchers have shown that homocysteine is associated with an increased risk of complications during pregnancy and birth in an article published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
The prophylactic effect of the flu vaccine is questionable - and probably even unhealthy. However, there are a few simple routines and more satisfactory ways in which to reduce the risk of this tiresome disease.
Hyperactivity in children, and the associated behavioural and learning difficulties and irrational behaviour, mainly affects boys, often in families where allergy is a problem. This can be helped by the Fiengold diet.