Sault Naturopath

A recent article I came across discusses some physicians’ views that patients should be warned about the possible risks of bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Although I believe that “natural” hormone replacement therapy is a better alternative than synthetic hormone replacement therapy, based on the research we have to date, there definitely is a need for further research into bioidentical hormones and their safety.  Read more...

BPA, bisphenol A, has been in the news lately. A recent study showed that 91% of Canadians have detectable concentrations of this chemical in their system. Sources of BPA include canned foods, plastic containers and toys, computers, CDs, cell phones, video game consoles and sales receipts.  Perhaps what is most concerning is that teenagers, aged 12 to 19, were found to have about 30% greater levels compared to the rest of the population.  Read more...

How safe are the personal care products and cosmetics you and your family use on a daily basis? You may be surprised …

Myth #1: The cosmetics industry effectively polices itself, making sure all ingredients meet a strict standard of safety.

Truth #1: In its more than 30-year history, the industry’s safety panel (the Cosmetic Ingredient Review, or CIR) has assessed fewer than 20 percent of cosmetics ingredients and found only a handful of ingredients or chemical groups to be unsafe. Its recommendations are not binding on companies.

Myth #2: The government prohibits dangerous chemicals in personal care products, and companies wouldn’t risk using them.  Read more...