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My World in 5 Minutes : Kids Zeolite, Magnesium Essential Nine and more
How was your week? Hope it was awesome, for sure! So, I have a lot to unpack and I know you’re busy. Here are a couple of things that happened : last week I went to the 45th Natural Products Expo in Anaheim, CA. Honestly, I take this show for granted so much but it…
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BLACK EARTH ZEOLITE : ON 15 YEARS WITH THE FOOD MOVEMENT
The supplement you’ve never heard of that is increasingly important As we end another journey around the sun, ushering in a brand new and exciting (and things can only get better!) 2026 – this new year will mark 15 years of the Food Movement, and 15 years of the product now known as Black Earth…
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Why You Should Shop in Your Local Health Food Store
Reasons #67 & #68 – Avoiding Internet Counterfeit Supplement Scams There are many reasons you should shop in your local health food store; not the least of which are supporting your local economy, and seeking out healthier and more sustainable food choices and health options in general. As you may have heard me say many…
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Scientific Research on Different Ecotypes of Maca Root
I have written extensively on the various ecotypes of Maca, red black and yellow phenotypes such as pictured below. The Food Movement, as well as other reputable companies, make certified organic powders of these different types available. The government of Peru, the native home of Maca and the location of our farmers at TFM, will…
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WHY NATURAL DETOXIFICATION IS NOT A HOAX
WITH ADDED SCIENCE ON ZEOLITE AND FULVIC MINERALS FOR HUMAN HEALTH Just because mainstream medicine doesn’t talk about detoxification doesn’t mean it isn’t a legitimate health strategy. All too often the way mainstream (read: pharmaceutical driven) medicine dismisses natural medicine (its ‘competitor’ in the marketplace of ideas, as well as dollars) as some kind of…
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Is RFK Jr. taking Black Earth minerals 10x?
Does the Secretary of Health and Human Services Know the Power of Fulvic Minerals We all know the incoming Secretary of HHS Bobby Kennedy is big on natural medicine. But is he taking Ultimate Trace Minerals by the Food Movement? Some people have tried to circulate the rumor Secretary Kennedy was taking methylene blue (the…
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What is the Sea Moss Master Formula?
Find out why so many are obsessed with this Earth and Sea herbal formula Sea Moss (Chondrus crispus) is a type of red algae (a natural seaweed harvested from the Ocean as food and medicine for thousands of years). While it is popular on its own, as a natural nutritional supplement, a combination called the…
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Why you need over 70 trace mineral elements with your fulvic acid
If you are like many natural health enthusiasts, you have discovered the myriad of benefit to supplementing with a broad spectrum of trace mineral elements. This principle is well-known in biodynamic farming, as well as in the current search for the ultimate ‘super foods’ to support our indivdiual health journeys. Did you know that for…
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Honest Health Podcast with Dr. Jeffrey Burke is a winner!
Looking for an insightful natural health podcast with a real feel for what makes people better? Look no further than Jeff Burke’s Honest Health podcast. It is one thing to be an “overnight sensation”. It is quite another to put in years of long hard work. The latter is what Dr. Jeffrey Burke has done,…
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DSHEA 2.0 with Ashish Talati on Whole Earth Radio
First off, this is an interview I did with DSHEA and regulatory expert Ashish Talati on Whole Earth Radio, my podcast of a number of years which covers the natural products industry, and also other fun and interesting topics. One of the great benefits of doing a podcast is that I can consult with people…
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What are the differences between Black Earth minerals and Shilajit?
WHAT IS THE BEST SOURCE OF HUMIC FULVIC MINERALS FOR THE CONSUMER Many consumers have wondered what exactly the differences are between Black Earth minerals (the humic fulvic trace element blend by the Food Movement) and the supplement Shilajit are. We see this reflected in many questions asked when they are faced with making a…
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Did Minerals and Living Things Co-evolve on Earth?
The complex nature of minerals on Earth, and their importance to humankind is one of my favorite subjects. It is really fascinating, whether considered in relation to, or even independently of, the large scope of human trace mineral synergies and other aspects of our nutritional needs. While rocks and mineral compounds are generally thought to…
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Cellular Nutrition from Black Earth Minerals
The earliest scientific proof of the important benefits of humates have been attributed to a Ukrainian scientist from Kherson State University who did the first experiments in middle of the 20th century showing that a liquid solution of salts from humic acids (including, one might infer, fulvic acid which had not been isolated) when…
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What is the best Zeolite supplement?
If you want to know what the best liquid Zeolite supplement is, it is the one with the lowest levels of heavy metals. That product is Black Earth Zeolite, and it is made by the Food Movement Co. right here in the great state of Illinois. Consistently third party tested, Black Earth Zeolite contains humic…
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The scientific and traditional origins of Black Earth Silver : from ancient paleolakes to the health food store and a “new” and improved colloidal silver
The Food Movement Company is an eco-conscious bioactive food supplement manufacturer in the U.S. that has brought many unique products to market, as well as helping to serve many great causes as part of their food movement mission. One of the totally unique products they began selling to natural health practitioners (and eventually important community…
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Fermented foods and black earth minerals for a healthy microbiome : Alkalize 55
Probiotics are a well-researched part of a natural health regimen. Due to their increased popularity, they are now being added to everything from snack foods to protein supplements. Do you realize, of just as great, if not even greater, significance to the health of the microbiome – are whole foods? Probiotics are one part of…
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What are nature’s best kept secrets for a healthy immune system? The secret may be in traditional food-based supplements.
Lots of people look to support their immune system naturally, using high quality nutritional and food-based supplements. Is there a scientific basis for this? What supplements should you be taking? Omega-3 fatty acids EPA & DHA are essential for human health, and are very often low in modern diets. A 2017 study called “High DHA…
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ONE MACA – rainbow of super food nutrition *exclusive* to your local health food store – and here’s why!
ONE MACA is here – the Food Movement brings you a rainbow of organic Maca root from Peru. What is the story behind this blend? When the Food Movement began 8 long years ago, we started importing organic red and black Maca, specific super food ecotypes American consumers had not often seen. Our success since…
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Natural cardiologist recommends Alkalize 55 to reverse heart disease
Let’s put this right up front – there is no one miracle cure to prevent or reverse heart disease, or really any disease. So when world-renowned NMD cardiologist Dr. Decker Weiss says “That’s the secret guys – get alkaline!” what is he really saying? He’s telling you that body is a natural healer – IF…
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Food Movement to donate 100% of proceeds on World Hunger Day
On May 28th, the world will celebrate World Hunger Day, to try and help eliminate starvation around the globe. The Food Movement Company will donate 100% of proceeds recouped form sales on its website http://www.thefoodmovement.com on that day. We encourage others to celebrate World Hunger Day and start to address these issues. learn about WORLD…
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Sacred Lotus offers relaxation and focus from the plant world
The Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera), some times misnomered as a water Lilly, is sacred to the religions of Buddhism, Jainism, Hinduism, Bahá’í and is mentioned in the Bible when the Lord speaks to Job. It is widely considered to be a symbol of divine perfection. It is one of only two aquatic plants in the family…
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What are bioactive dietary supplements?
When it comes to nutritional supplements like herbs, vitamins or super foods – you hear a lot of terms thrown around. So what does the food movement mean when it says that it sells ‘bioactive dietary supplements’? In part, it means that the form the supplements in question are in is a form that can…
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Why plant-based DHA and EPA Omega-3 are vitally important
Since arguably the beginning of time, humankind has pursued a plant-based diet to some extent. It should come as no surprise that today, still, more and more people choose a more-or-less plant-based diet as their primary eating style. Still, there are certain nutritional requirements that are – as experts say – to be classed as…
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How can fermented foods and ultra trace mineral compounds alkalize your body?
In natural health in general, and whole food approaches in particular, one idea is that “more is not always better.” That is to say, there is an upper limit for most things – although with food it often comes down to total macronutrients rather than micronutrients. Alkalize 55, the unique dietary supplement developed in part…
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What are the 55 triple-fermented foods in Alkalize 55?
Alkalize 55 from the Food Movement has been receiving rave reviews since it was originally released to the general public in 2011. Formulated in conjunction with the work of the late Dr Michio Kushi and the Anew farm in Brazil, originally sold to natural health practitioners through the Medicatrix Naturae consortium, the original formula is…
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Why do I need Vegan Vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the bioactive form of the essential nutrient Vitamin D. For years it was only available as a derivative from sheep’s wool lanolin. Since 2011 the Food Movement has been offering this essential nutrient in a plant-based form, making Vegan Vitamin D3 a reality! While your body does make its own D3…
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Support Your Local Health Foods Store!
Are you tired of Whole Amazon – tired of paying too much for a diminishing selection of natural items? Tired of seeing small businesses go under in this increasingly multinational economy? A great way to start making a difference in your own health, as well as the health of your local independent economy, is to…
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Beta-caryophyllene cannabinoid research continues to show benefit
You may have read my previous post about BCP (Beta-caryophyllene) a natural cannabinoid (cousin of CBD) found naturally-occurring not just in Hemp, but in many foods such as celery, black pepper and maca root. Well, you may be interested to know that a continuing and growing body of research shows new and different benefits to human…
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Whole Earth Radio Episode 3
So you say you want a revolution? The battle for the heart and soul of natural living rages on. Which side are you on and which side will you choose? The ensuing battle isn’t just about how we SHOP, it is about how we LIVE – and in result about the fate of our PLANET. What…
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Alkalize 55 : Honoring a founding father of Macrobiotics
December 28, 2014 the world lost one of the founding fathers of Macrobiotics (a system of plant-based eating based on promoting balance within the body) in Dr. Michio Kushi. Dr. Kushi will forever be remembered as someone who worked hard to leave the world a better place than he found it. Learn about his work…
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The Movement Awakens
I haven’t written much here lately, as it has proved to be a busier year than I could have previously imagined. The Central Midwest (and indeed the entire US!) is seeing some tremendous growth in natural markets and we’re all thankful for this continued progress in bringing people healthy and organic food and supplements. Lucuma…
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Obama proposal ends FDA’s authority over dietary supplements
Stop the press! Under a new proposal put forth by the Obama administration this week “The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) could stand to lose all of its authority to regulate food products, potentially including dietary supplements….” Wow! Talk about a game changer. Or should I say – POTENTIAL game changer. More to be…
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A brief explanation of Alkalize 55 : fermented foods, alkalinity and cell function within the human body
After selling completely out of Alkalize 55 numerous times, the Food Movement is able to make this amazing food-based supplement available again. The combination of powerful bioactive minerals, fulvic acid, humic acid and the 55 triple-fermented foods selected by Dr Michio Kushi, all mean a charge of good energy for your body. You can also check…
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Botanical Nutrition is now www.botanicalnutrition.org
Hello blogosphere! We have left our previous domain in a rather unceremonious fashion. The Botanical Nutrition blog will now live at http://www.botanicalnutrition.org, thank your for your continued support. In the meantime we will do our best to let folks know that the articles that I have written on Maca, Moringa, Vegan Vitamins, EPA/DHA, the food…
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New research shows Maca root contains compounds which stimulate the body’s own cannabinoid system
Talk about being on the cutting edge of science here, folks. Now more than ever, scientists are furiously researching the activity of our body’s own endocannabinoid system (ECS) as a major factor in some very important areas of brain and Central Nervous System functioning. Now, research by Z Hadju et al published just yesterday shows…
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In defense of Dr Oz and DSHEA : Nutritional supplements save lives
I’m sure you’ve heard by now about Dr Oz’s recent testimony to Congress. I won’t ramble on and on about it like comedian John Oliver did (doing what is known in comedic acting circles as a ‘hatchet job’) skewering DSHEA by using Tryptophan scare-facts (even though the Tryptophan contamination was well before current laws or…
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New research indicates increased CO2 may mean decreased nutritional mineral value
A new study published in the journal Nature this week titled “Increasing CO2 threatens human nutrition” indicates that increasing levels of CO2 (such as those predicted to be reached by about mid-century) will result in decreased levels of nutrients Zinc and Iron in crops. Delhi Daily News, reporting on the new research, commented “An estimated…
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Flavokawain B, a unique chalcone from Kava kava (Piper methysticum), shows chemotherapeutic and chemopreventive potential
In a study published in the journal Molecular Cancer in June of this year, a unique compound Flavokawain B (FKB) isolated from Kava Kava (Piper methysticum) was shown to have potential as a chemopreventive and chemotherapeutic agent. Researchers of the University of California at Irvine Ji, T et al, noted “Taken together, our evidence of apoptosis and…
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High-Altitude Peruvian Maca Higher in Actives than Differently Cultivated Maca
I once had a teacher who liked to point out that almost everything in life is a “multi-variable equation”. Few things exist in isolation. We can choose to consider only a limited set of variables, but we have to always consider that there may be many more factors at work than we can know. Plants…
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Why Americans Are Still Omega-3 Deficient, and ‘Death by Omega-6 Overload’ Is A Bigger Problem Than We Ever Imagined : Become a Fast Learner
Omega-3 essential fatty acids have achieved the coveted status of “household words” in American life. You’d have to have been living under a rock to be unaware of their importance, as industry rushes to add DHA to orange juice and Omega-3 eggs are offered to the masses as a valuable dietary item. Still more advanced…
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New Humates and Biomineralization blog!
New Humates and Biomineralization blog! It is in its rough stages, but Living Organic Earth is now up. Because Whole Earth Minerals is somewhat of an obscure subject at this point, LOE is presented as a third-party blog to bridge the gap between good scientific literature on the subject and commercial products. All efforts like…
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Whole Earth Minerals : humates, humic acid and fulvic acid for the benefit of humankind
It seems an auspicious date, 12/12/12 as it were, to unveil the genesis of Whole Earth Minerals. After much research, two groups I have worked with have finally formed an alliance through Medicatrix Naturae and the release of Whole Earth Minerals, a complex of humates, humic acid, fulvic acid and 72 biominerals is upon us.…
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Moringa : Whole Leaf Super Food Nutrition
Moringa oleifera is a tree native to the southern foothills of the Himalayas in northwestern India and widely cultivated in Africa, Central and South America, Sri Lanka, India, Mexico, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. I’ve been really interested in Moringa for a number of years. It has quite a reputation internationally as one of the…
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Good Health : The Revolution Starts Within
We live in an era of icons. At the popular intersection of social media and marketing, the line between truth and advertising is blurrier than ever. Diet fads pass through the slipstream of TV culture, yet how many onlookers make lasting changes to their health and their lifestyle because of daytime talk shows or tabloid…
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Vegan vitamin D-3 really does exist!
The internet is an interesting place. Nowadays we can point and click quicker than ever (anyone remember dial up?) to find the answer to our latest trivia question, settle intellectual debates or just find out where we are. However, some things don’t change THAT fast. Take for example the new Vegan Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) recently…
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The Beauty of Juice Powders – or Why You Can’t Eat Grass
Health food is a lifestyle for a growing number of Americans. People who aren’t into this lifestyle may have their own connotations of what ‘health food’ means… (food that tastes like cardboard, starving yourself to death, eating weird things). One thing that is almost instantly associated with the idea of a specialty health food market…
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Arsenic in the Apple Juice? Natural health celebrities face off
Watching my favorite morning news show, Windy City Live, at the gym this morning, I caught an interesting tidbit about a sort of ‘war of words’ between natural health celebrities Dr. Oz and Dr. Gupta. I just had to laugh. Apparently, the controversy surrounds reported incidents of high levels of arsenic in Apple Juice. Now,…
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FDA proposed NDI Guidelines – waiting for DSHEA’s other shoe to drop
If you feel strongly about natural medicine and the natural products industry, you may have some strong feelings about the FDA’s new NDI guidelines draft. If you’ve been around long enough to remember the original passage of DSHEA, you may remember how vigilantly the Natural Products Industry fought to oppose some of the more unfriendly…
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Guayusa – Natural Balanced Energy from the Rain Forest
Guayusa is a very interesting herbal tea from the Amazon. When I first started drinking it, I wanted to share it with everyone. It seems to have so many advantages over coffee or tea, that it is the ideal hot morning caffeine-containing beverage of choice for practically anyone. It is a bush in the holly…
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The Body is a Natural Healer
Hey, thanks for checking out my new blog! This has been in the works for a long time. I’d like to see this space become a resource for information, debate and perhaps inspiration. What is ‘botanical nutrition’? Essentially, the words mean… nutrition from plants. You would have to have been under a rock in order…
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