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Fat has long suffered a bad rap and a long-time association with poor health and disease. One study, however, highlights what happens to your body -- specifically the cardio-metabolic factors in overweight or obese individuals -- when you replace breakfast carbohydrates with fat-rich avocados (Article republished from GreenMedInfo.com) In the reputation-challenged world of dietary fat, avocado stands out as the good guy: it's chock-full of beneficial fats that keep you feeling […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, “War, Peace and the Presidency.” I’m Amy Goodman. As Donald Trump quickly moves to name his Cabinet, we turn now to look at his pick to head the Environmental Protection Agency, former New York Congressmember Lee Zeldin. The Long Island Republican served four terms in the House, where he earned a […]

Oregano essential oil is a potent extract of the historic, cherished herb that has shown powerful anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties – making it an increasingly popular choice for skincare and holistic wellness applications. Dating back as far as 3000 B.C., oregano (Origanum vulgare) was revered by the ancient Greeks and Romans for its medicinal properties, which they used to treat headaches, infections and snake bites. Its name, derived from the Greek […]

The U.N. climate summit known as COP29 is underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, where negotiators are trying to make progress on reducing emissions and preventing the worst impacts of the climate crisis. Many activists, however, have criticized the decision to hold the talks in an authoritarian petrostate. The host country is also facing accusations that it is using the climate talks for business, after the head of the talks, Elnur Soltanov, […]

Trump names campaign manager and former Big Pharma lobbyist Susie Wiles as his chief of staff President-elect Donald Trump has chosen his 2024 campaign manager, Susie Wiles, as his White House Chief of Staff. Wiles is a former lobbyist for Big Pharma. As president-elect, Trump has begun preparing candidates for his Cabinet, with Wiles being his very first pick, announced just two days after the election. "Susie Wiles just helped […]

Israel Fails to Meet 30-Day U.S. Deadline to End Starvation Campaign in Northern Gaza Israel Bombs Beirut Suburbs as Defense Minister Rules Out Ceasefire with LebanonIsrael's Smotrich Lauds Trump's Victory, Orders Preparations to Illegally Annex West BankGOP to Retake House Majority, Cementing Party's Control Over All Branches of U.S. GovernmentTrump to Nominate Florida Sen. Marco Rubio as Secretary of StateTrump Taps Rep. Elise Stefanik as U.S. Ambassador to the United NationsTrump […]

Israeli government targeting U.S. influencers, commentators and journalists over their opposition to Gaza genocide The government of Israel is claiming to be monitoring notable American individuals – specifically, social media influencer Dan Bilzerian, political commentator Candace Owens and journalist Tucker Carlson – for criticizing Israel's genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. In an interview with the Jerusalem Post, extremist Israeli politician Amichai Chikli, head of the Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism, […]

This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: President-elect Donald Trump is quickly assembling a team to carry out his plan to launch the largest deportation campaign in U.S. history. Trump has reportedly tapped far-right immigration hard-liner Stephen Miller to be White House deputy chief of staff for policy and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to be secretary of homeland security. During the first […]

Many people see oregano as just another herb – a small green leaf that adds something extra to pasta sauces or pizzas. But throughout history, this humble herb has played a much larger role. Ancient cultures turned to oregano for more than just its flavor – they say it as a healing gift from Mother Nature. Modern science has also confirmed that oregano possesses remarkable properties that can provide health benefits. Science-backed health […]