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The Placenta: Baby’s Lifeline To Mom

Although the Placenta is KEY to the life and survival of the fetus, it is one of the least understood organs.  It is the Lifeline between mom and

Introducing Exposome

Science has taught us that we have TRILLIONS OF MICROORGANISMS that live inside and around us.  In short, everyone has their own unique microbiota, or microbial communities within them. 

Stem Cells: A Few Basics

We’ve read about new strides in the field of stem cell research.  We’ve learned that when cells grow, they divide and develop into replicas of the

Sleep: Memory’s Best Ally

We have learned how sleep helps the brain to retain and store memories.  For example, our brains fast-forward the memories of the day in the

Proof: Omega-6 Fatty Acids are GOOD for you!

Until very recently, omega-6 fatty acids, and more specifically, linoleic acid, which is one of the ‘most common of the polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty-acids,’ had the

New Light For Macular Degeneration

Did you know that Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss?  In fact, it accounts for half of all vision impairment, affecting more than 10

Healing the Enemy Within

We have posted many Blog articles about inflammation.  Inflammation plays as both friend and foe to our bodies.  When the body has been infected by bacteria,

Eye Protection Help

Over the past year, the Foundation has posted several Blog articles about eye health.  With the increased exposure to computer screens, tablets, and I-phones, eye problems

Cloning: Where are we Going?

Science is moving at light-speed down the bio-engineering and cloning path.  In addition to creating the first cloned sheep, dogs, mice, horses, and kittens, scientists