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Parents, listen up! A new government study reveals that 1 in 13 children in the US have food allergies! So be aware and teach your kids healthy eating habits at an early age.  

According to the June 2011 issue of Cell Metabolism, researchers have discovered that ursolic acid in apple peels may help prevent muscle weakening.

To read more about this new finding, click here.

Even though fathers may be served as royalty on their special day - coming up on June 19th - learning and knowing about healthy nutrition, shopping, food labels, cooking good meals and serving the family members are all extremely valuable pursuits for life.

"Oceana’s new report, titled “Bait and Switch: How Seafood Fraud Hurts Our Oceans, Our Wallets and Our Health,” explains how consumers are being misled about the seafood they buy, with negative impac

Time to put your body on!

On Sunday, June 12th, Dr. Sun and Bethany will perform songs from Anatomix Comix at the Kids Zone Stage at the 33rd annual Harmony Festival!

Join them for this entertaining, interactive sing-a-long as they teach the whole family how to keep their bodies and their minds healthy.

"Vitamin D, which is primarily absorbed from the sun, plays a role in protection against childhood asthma. Now, a new study led by Valencian researchers has shown that children who live in colder, wetter cities are at greater risk of suffering from this respiratory problem, since there are fewer hours of sunlight in such places." 

According to a recent study, the pesticide organophosphate, which is widely used on fruits and vegetables, is a strong contributing factor to ADHD in children.

Thanks to a $2 million grant from the US Department of Agriculture, five San Antonio, TX elementary schools are embarking on a new nutrition research project:

Excerpt from the Staying Healthy News, April 22, 2011, from Dr Elson Haas

I just completed my annual Spring Cleanse at Preventive Medical Center of Marin with a group through my clinic. This is my 36th year doing a seasonal cleanse and it is such positive process. My body feels lighter and more open, flexible and energetic -- all of which are typical results for those who see it through to the end.

What about your Spring Cleanse program?

Join the Preventive Medical Center of Marin staff as they present practical suggestions on detoxification, EMF exposures and what you and your family can do to provide a level of healful comfort and support.