Alicia Bayer
Bio
Alicia Bayer lives in Minnesota with her husband and 5 children. Her writing has been widely published in books, magazines and online. She is the author of 4 books on foraging, nature studies and homeschooling.
Stories (3/0)
Folic Acid Supplementation Tied to Health Risks for Women and Their Babies
More and more studies are showing alarming health risks for women and their babies as a result of synthetic folic acid supplements and fortification of foods. While folates have long been known to be crucial for healthy fetal development, the synthetic version of folate, folic acid, has been linked to increased risk of asthma for infants and double the risk of breast cancer for mothers, among other risks.
By Alicia Bayer6 years ago in Viva
More Hospitals Allowing Pet Visits for Patients
More than a dozen hospitals in the United States and Canada are now allowing patients to have visits from their pets. The programs not only brighten patients' spirits, but hospitals are reporting that the pet visits can have dramatic effects on patient's health, recovery and emotional well-being.
By Alicia Bayer6 years ago in Petlife
High Fiber Foods for Your Gluten Free Diet
When you're on a gluten free diet, it's still important to get enough fiber in your diet. Fiber can help prevent heart disease, diabetes, weight gain and some cancers, in addition to playing a vital role for digestive health.
By Alicia Bayer7 years ago in Feast
