MODIFILAN was developed in Russia by a group of scientists who worked in the State Rehabilitation Institute, where victims of the Chernobyl nuclear catastrophe underwent treatment. The healing qualities of seaweed had been known for centuries, so the Russian government instructed scientists to find an effective and powerful remedy for the radiation poisoning of that particular population. After trying out various forms of algae, one type yielded the best

Since the end of WW II our planet has experienced a chemical revolution. Our existence now depends upon thousands of synthetic chemicals that are used to create virtually everything we associate with modern life. Agriculture, healthcare, energy production and manufacturing all pump out millions of tons of chemicals, most of which are sold to consumers or eventually dumped into our environment. Research suggests that most toxic chemicals act in synergy, one with another,

Most everyone who is familiar with natural health care also understands the importance of cleansing and detoxification in restoring, promoting or maintaining health. The ability of the body to eliminate waste products that could otherwise become toxic is primarily dependent upon the normal functioning of the liver, kidneys and bowels. The Chinese botanicals bupleurum, featured in Planetary Formulas' Bupleurum Liver Cleanse and the legendary

Most people can't avoid everyday pollutants, but they can take steps to protect their health

Simply put, we're poisoning ourselves. Annual production of synthetic chemicals increased from approximately 1 billion pounds in 1940 to more than 387 billion pounds in 1990.¹ In addition:

* Up to 25 percent of the U.S. population suffers to some extent from heavy-metal poisoning.^{Read More}

Our world is a toxic jungle. Most cities now steep in a plethora of poisons-exhaust fumes, dioxins, heavy metals, industrial solvents, volatile substances and other chemical compounds percolate in the surrounding air, soil and water. Plus, much of the food supply contains dyes, preservatives, pesticide residues, nitrates, hydrogenated oils and other agents known to have carcinogenic potential.

Then there are the many items in our homes and workplaces that contain