Cure for AIDS?

http://ibnlive.in.com/news/indian-doc-develops-enzyme-that-can-destroy-hiv/48654-17.html

But of course, like a commenter said, we will probably never hear about this again. Our government is so damn corrupt, it's a shame.

Is High Fructose Corn Syrup really natural?

No, it's not, is the short answer. Now for the explanation.

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), a highly processed sweetener and preservative, is manufactured from chemically altered cornstarch. Does that sound natural to you? It does to the FDA, which recently reversed its original stance (from April 2008) and ruled that products containing the sweetener may be labeled "natural," since synthetic agents used during processing don't actually come into contact with the corn syrup.

"We do not restrict use of the term natural except on products that contain added color, synthetic substances, and artificial flavors," says FDA spokesperson Michael Herndon.

Michael F. Jacobson, executive director of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, disputes the FDA, saying, "HFCS does not occur in nature and should be considered an artificial ingredient."

But although the sweetener may not exist in nature, it abuounds in our food supply, lurking in sodas and sweetened beverages, as well as in staples, including cereal, bread, yogurt, and salad dressing. And even though some studies have linked HFCS to obesity, diabetes, and other modern-age maladies, nutritionists continute to debate whether it's unhealthier than regular sugar. To keep HFCS out of your diet, buy unprocessed foods and study ingredient lists.

-From Delicious Living Magazine, January 2009 issue, pg. 16

The Corn Refiners Association put out a few commercials to try and dispel the fact that HFCS is bad for you by telling the consumer that is is fine to eat in moderation like table sugar. The problem is that it is in nearly EVERYTHING you can buy at the grocery store so how do can your body be getting it in moderation??? The truth is, your body's liver does NOT metabolize HFCS properly because it doesn't know how. Therefore, it turns it into fat. Also, it turns off the body's signal telling you that you're full (hello obesity???).

I suggest if anyone wants to live a healthier life READ THE LABELS OF EVERYTHING YOU BUY. HFCS is literally in EVERYTHING, even things that aren't necessarily sweet.

More information on HFCS:

Sugar Debate
High-Fructose Corn Syrup: Not So Sweet for the Planet
What is HFCS and why is it bad for my body?

Also, some videos:





And HFCS isn't the only thing to blame for these modern-day diseases. You're better off staying away from ALL refined sugars PERIOD.

Holistic Wellness for a Hip-Hop Generation

Holistic approaches to mind, body, and spirit can help people make connections between lifestyle factors and illnesses like cancer, obesity, and mental instability. This program features noted members of the rap/hip-hop community discussing the benefits of holistic health choices, as well as instruction and education from filmmaker Supanova Slom. Featured guests include Erykah Badu, Ben Vereen, and Common (Description from wyatio on youtube.

What was the name of Africa before the European came?

Melamine Infant Formula (comic)

Real the full articles about Melamine here.

Nationality Race & America

random blah blah

this is only a test do not fear you will be brought back to your boring life after this brief silence...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................