Healthy Eating

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Here’s How To Identify And Cut Back On Ultraprocessed Foods

Over half of U.S. adults’ at-home calories come through ultraprocessed foods — a major global health threat driving chronic disease — according to a study in The Lancet.

Superfoods For Holistic Healing: 10 Nutrient-Packed Foods To Transform Your Health

We're calling them superfoods for holistic healing because they don’t just target one thing; they nourish your entire system, from your brain to your gut, your hormones to your skin. Here are 10 nutrient-packed superfoods that can seriously transform your health from the inside out.

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Organic Pet Food Regulations To Be Cut Due To Deregulation Initiative

If these regulations are cut, there would be nothing in place to prevent an organic feed grade pet food from sourcing “substandard animal products from diseased animals, uninspected animals, condemned animals, or animals deemed unfit for human consumption.”

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The Number One Cause Of Death That’s Hiding In Plain Sight

If you're feeling tired, foggy, or noticing small signs like forgetfulness, shortness of breath, or weight gain, your daily food choices are the first place to look. Ultraprocessed foods are not harmless; they are directly contributing to heart disease, stroke, memory decline, and even early death.

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Titanium Dioxide, Banned In Europe, Is One Of The Most Common Food Additives In The U.S.

The FDA approved titanium dioxide for use as a food additive in 1966. The last time the agency reviewed the additive’s safety, according to the Guardian, was in 1973. Consumers have a right to know the science behind one of the most commonly produced nanoparticles in the world.

The Surprising Health Risk Posed By Slushies For Young Children

If you're a parent of a young child, especially under the age of 8, the best thing you can do is eliminate slush ice drinks from your child's routine. These colorful frozen treats not only typically contain high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors and flavors, but they contain glycerol.

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Seed Oils Are Toxic, Says Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – But It’s Not So Simple

Research shows that different seed oils have varying effects on risk for heart disease. Furthermore, seed oils have also been shown to increase risk for migraines. This is likely due to their high levels of omega-6 fatty acids.

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Your Ancestors Ate This Daily — Why Can’t You?

The wheat of today bears little resemblance to the heritage varieties our ancestors consumed. Over the last century, wheat has been systematically bred for higher yields, disease resistance, and industrial processing compatibility — not nutritional value or digestibility.

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How The FDA Opens The Door To Risky Chemicals In America’s Food Supply

There are at least 950 substances in our food that are not permitted in Europe, according to one expert’s estimate, and chemicals linked to health concerns show up in hundreds of products that line the shelves of American supermarkets.

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Many Gluten-Free Foods Are High In Calories And Sugar, Low On Fiber And Protein, And They Cost More

Currently, many gluten-free products lack dietary fiber, protein and essential nutrients. Manufacturers often add supplements to compensate, but the incorporation of dietary fibers during processing can hinder protein digestion.

Why Life Expectancy Is Falling Faster Than Ever

The change we need starts with us. By choosing to invest in regenerative agriculture and preventative healthcare, we can break free from the systems that profit from our dependency. Together, we can build a future where health and sustainability take priority over corporate control.

Celebrate Dry January With These 12 Delicious Herbal Mocktail Recipes

Fancy beverages make life more fun, but you don’t need alcohol to have a good time. Try making these herbal mocktails using only a few ingredients — some that even have health benefits!

Herbs And Foods For Love And Life

Natural remedies have been used throughout history to stave off the effects of aging and low sex drive. Heat up your love life with foods and herbs that are natural aphrodisiacs.

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Top Foods To Keep In Your Pantry During The Cold And Flu Season

Here are some top food recommendations to keep your immune system in tip-top shape during flu season. Chances are, you already have many of these ingredients in your pantry, but if not, this is your sign to stock up.

Two Delicious Winter Beverages To Support Brain Health

Since the brain and mental health are priorities in caring for ourselves and our loved ones, here are two of my favorite recipes for supporting brain health. They also happen to be delicious and worthy of making on the chilliest winter days.

Healthiest And Worst Condiments

Small changes produce big results when you do them consistently. Substituting healthier food choices even with something small like condiment choices will ultimately pay dividends. Try it for a week or two and see what difference you notice!

Life After Gluten And The Sneaky Sabotages

Most people have heard the words gluten-free (gf), but those unaffected by this lifestyle have no idea what gluten-free eating entails. But as more and more people are diagnosed with a gluten allergy or sensitivity, more people have become aware of the remarkable results and relief from symptoms when a gluten-free diet is adopted.

Fan Of Black Licorice? Beware Of Its Dark Side.

Products that contain real licorice are usually labeled as such and list licorice extract or glycyrrhizic acid among the ingredients. Be advised that some products, such as black jelly beans or Good & Plenty, are mixtures of different candies that contain both anise oil and licorice extract.

How The Right Knife Can Increase Nutrients

Knives have lots of uses in the kitchen. If you want to get really fancy, the right knife, as well as the right method, can produce the perfect julienne or chiffonade. But there are other things using the right knife can do you may not be aware of yet. One of the most important is increasing the nutrients foods provide your body.

5 Specialty Diets And When To Use Them

Did you know many of today’s most popular, trendy diets were developed as medical treatments for specific health conditions? Although they have now become a part of mainstream culture and cuisine, these diets were originally designed by physicians to help people heal.

Could This Sweetener Be Impacting Your Fertility?

Stevia is a natural sweetener option that can be used on occasion and isn't associated with the numerous risks linked to artificial sweeteners. While there’s talk that it may affect fertility, research shows this is a myth — and stevia may even have protective effects.

Daily Consumption Of Popcorn: Healthy Or Unhealthy?

Popcorn, enjoyed for its crisp texture and appealing looks, is one of the most famous snacks in the world. Determining whether daily popcorn consumption is beneficial or detrimental requires a thorough understanding of its nutrients, health benefits, and associated risks.

How I Rescued Myself From Political And Corporate Food Messaging, And Reset My Reality

I spent two years during COVID lockdowns doing research working as an Instacart Shopper. While everyone was sitting home, I was spending seven days a week in all types of supermarkets. I got to know every product and its ingredients very well.

Access The Body’s Secret To Repair Mode And Longevity Through Intermittent Fasting

Our bodies are generally running in one of two modes — build or repair — an evolutionary process with deep roots in the early human experience, when periods of feast and famine were common. Fasting, it turns out, triggers a series of metabolic changes in the body that extend life and reduce the risks of everything from cancer and diabetes to vulnerability to infection.

Why I Ferment Vegetables

With fermenting, you’ll unlock new, unimagined, complex, deep flavors. Your tastebuds will be exposed to the unique flavors that develop from time and place with each delicious batch. You’ll eat fermented vegetables because you want to, not because you should.