Yes, There’s Wood Pulp in Burgers…Here’s Why I Think it Matters. Michael KriegerLiberty Blitzkrieg July 2, 2014 On Monday, Quartz published an article by Devin Cohen titled, There is a Secret Ingredient in Your Burgers: Wood Pulp.
Given the headline and people’s already present suspicion regarding all of the shady and potentially dangerous ingredients hidden in food items, the article gained a lot of traction. In subsequent days, most journalists and bloggers have focused on the dangers of this additive (unclear) and whether or not it is pervasive throughout the food chain as opposed to just fast food (it appears to be). The one angle that has not been explored as much is the overall trend. Let’s go ahead and assume that wood pulp is a safe thing to consume, it certainly seems to have no nutritional value whatsoever. New Study Shows 59% of “Tuna” Sold in the U.S. New Study Shows: Food Fraud Soared 60% Last Year The Quartz article notes that: Genetic Fallacy: How Monsanto Silences Scientific Dissent. Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed by James CorbettBoilingFrogsPost.com December 3, 2013 In September of last year, an international research team led by Dr.
Gilles-Eric Séralini of the University of Caen published a landmark study in the Journal of Food and Chemical Toxicology. Diet May Be As Important To Mental Health As It Is To Physical Health. We know that food affects the body -- but could it just as powerfully impact the mind?
While the role of diet and nutrition in our physical health is undeniable, the influence of dietary factors on mental health has been less considered. That may be starting to change. For the first time, a report by a task force advising on new dietary guidelines, commissioned by the departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, included a point considering the possible role of diet in mental health outcomes.
The USDA and HHS report notes, for example, that the American Psychiatric Association classifies omega-3 fatty acids (which are most commonly found in oily fish) as a complementary treatment for depression. 11 Proven Health Benefits of Chia Seeds (No. 3 is Best) Chia seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet.
They are loaded with nutrients that can have important benefits for your body and brain. Here are 11 health benefits of chia seeds that are supported by human studies. 1. Chia Seeds Deliver a Massive Amount of Nutrients With Very Few Calories Chia seeds are tiny black seeds from the plant Salvia Hispanica, which is related to the mint. This plant grows natively in South America.
Chia seeds were an important food for the Aztecs and Mayans back in the day. Propyl Paraben. Johanna Congleton, EWG Senior Scientist Are you eating an endocrine disruptor?
The pastry you're thinking about buying may contain the preservative propyl paraben, linked to disruptions in hormone signaling. According to ingredient data obtained by EWG's Food Scores: Rate Your Plate, an online database and app that helps consumers eat healthier, propyl paraben is in 49 widely-available processed foods, including Sara Lee cinnamon rolls, Weight Watchers cakes and La Banderita Corn Tortillas. Last year, EWG turned the spotlight on propyl paraben in its Dirty Dozen Guide To Food Additives because the federal Food and Drug Administration has listed its use in food as “Generally Recognized As Safe.” Despite mounting evidence that propyl paraben disrupts the endocrine system, the FDA has failed to take action to eliminate its use in food or reassess its safety. Toxic buildup leads to weight gain, belly fat, and other health problems. Try This Simple Detox Drink - Complete Health and Happiness.
Do you suffer from excess weight, joint pain, headaches, acne, food allergies, depression, insomnia, fatigue?
If so, your body is probably out of balance and has a toxic overload. Your weight gain and belly fat can be linked to toxins in your liver. The liver has two important functions. It not only detoxifies your blood, but also metabolizes fat. When the liver becomes overworked and fatty, we begin gaining weight and experience other health issues. When your body is stressed, these stored toxins are released from fat cells which can lead to cellular damage and more toxins that your liver will not able to process. Dr. Attention Vegetarians: 8 Foods with Hidden Animal Products. Elizabeth Renter| Naturalsociety | Aug 29th 2014 There are a multitude of reasons that people abstain from animal products in their diet.
For religious reasons, health reasons, environmental reasons, or to protect animals. But whatever your cause, you should take the time to get informed about all the foods that may contain hidden animal products. Lists like this have been written again and again, but with good reason. Without them, vegans and vegetarians who are new to the lifestyle, or those who simply trust the food industry to be transparent, may unknowingly eat meat or animal-derived ingredients. Here are 8 foods that could contain ‘hidden’ animal products:
Scientists Have Finally Discovered Why Consuming Red Meat Causes Cancer. Until recently, the reason WHY red meat causes cancer hasn’t been understood.
But this breakthrough changes everything… Many people grew up being urged to eat pork, beef, and dairy products for their health, but in recent years have received advice to cut back on animal products – especially red meat. According to a number of studies, the consumption of red meat is linked with increased risk for cancer(s), atherosclerosis (heart disease), stroke, Alzheimer’s, and even Type II Diabetes… But until now, researchers have not exactly understood why. As The Telegraph reports, scientists from the University of California in San Diego believe it mainly has to do with sugar. Is Tofu Healthy Or Bad For You? A Science-Based Approach. “Stay away from soy, and soy-based products such as tofu.
They cause many health problems and can even KILL YOU!” Sound familiar? That’s because this type of alarmist message is widespread. The Evidence for a Vegan Diet - James McWilliams. How to Go Vegan. Sustainability of meat-based and plant-based diets and the environment. © 2003 American Society for Clinical Nutrition Abstract Worldwide, an estimated 2 billion people live primarily on a meat-based diet, while an estimated 4 billion live primarily on a plant-based diet.
The US food production system uses about 50% of the total US land area, 80% of the fresh water, and 17% of the fossil energy used in the country. The heavy dependence on fossil energy suggests that the US food system, whether meat-based or plant-based, is not sustainable. The use of land and energy resources devoted to an average meat-based diet compared with a lactoovovegetarian (plant-based) diet is analyzed in this report.
Worldwide, an estimated 2 billion people live primarily on a meat-based diet, while an estimated 4 billion live primarily on a plant-based diet. Like the world population, the US population continues to grow rapidly. Projection of US population growth in the next 70 y (4). About 124 kg of meat is eaten per American per year (6). Nutrition Landscape Information System: Nutrition Landscape Information System (NLIS) Country Profile.