Did you know that there lurks an invisible ingredient in meat that has been raising health concerns —It is called meat glue- scientifically known as transglutaminase? Transglutaminase is an enzyme used to bind pieces of meat together to create larger, more uniform cuts that creates a seamless appearance. According to the American Meat Institute, it […]
Category: Digestive Health
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Raising a Generation on Junk: The Alarming Rise of Processed Food Consumption
Did you know that today’s grocery store food would be completely unfamiliar to shoppers from the 1930s? Due to significant technological and cultural changes plus the rise of packaged food companies, many health professionals believe we are poisoning ourselves as we watch cancer rates, diabetes rate and heart disease rise exponentially. Here are some insights […]
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Hidden Health Risks: What You Need to Know About Plant-Based Milk Alternatives
Plant-based milks have surged in popularity among those following diet and fitness trends. Several factors fuel this rise, including the increasing number of people adopting vegan and vegetarian diets, concerns about lactose intolerance, and growing awareness of the environmental impact of dairy farming. Popular plant-based alternatives to dairy milk include some of the most popular […]
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Additives in White Bread Linked to Cancer, Respiratory Problems, and Other Toxic Effects
Traditionally, white bread in the USA is made through a process that includes mixing, fermentation, proofing, baking, cooling, slicing, and packaging. The basic ingredients used in this process are wheat flour (enriched with vitamins and minerals like niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, and folic acid), water, yeast, salt, sugar and fat (such as butter, vegetable […]
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Does Your Sports Drink Contain Excess Sugar and Artificial Ingredients?
Sports drinks have become very popular with athletes and fitness enthusiasts who consider diet and fitness as a whole for immediate hydration and a boost in performance. Unfortunately beneath their tantalizing colors and exciting flavors is a list of ingredients that could pose serious health risks. Manufactures market these sports drinks as important for helping to […]
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Did You Know Fast Food Restaurant Bread Contains High Levels Of Glyphosate?
YEP! That is correct! Based on testing conducted by Moms Across America (MAA), 100% of all the fast food chains tested had glyphosate residues. ( the active ingredient in Round-Up) Included in the testing were all of the top twenty fast food brands. The brand with the highest Glyphosate count was Panera whole grain bagel […]
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The Italian Secret- Why Italians Are So Thin Even After Eating Pasta Everyday?
The Italian Secret To Weight Control and Longevity I have travelled myself to Rome, Milan, Portofino, Venice, Florence, Taormina and Lucca…in fact, I have been to Italy at least 10 times- and one thing that amazes me is this – ” How can I eat so much pasta and pizza and always come back home […]
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This Is What Happens To Your Body After Fasting For 36 Hours
Fasting has gained significant popularity for its potential health benefits, including weight management, improved metabolic health, and enhanced mental clarity. Fasting, the act of abstaining from food for a period, has been a part of human practices for centuries. Various cultures around the world have utilized fasting in religious rituals and traditional healing methods. In […]
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Dirty Little Secret About McDonalds Hamburger Meat
Have you ever considered how many cows end up in just one burger? It’s not a pretty picture. McDonald’s sources its hamburger meat primarily from ranchers in the United States, as well as from international suppliers in countries like New Zealand, Australia, and Canada. Mixing them all together can spread bacteria, and the handling practices […]
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How Endocannabinoids System Influences Appetite and Digestion
Welcome to a fascinating exploration of one of the most intriguing and less understood systems in our body: the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Discovered in the early 1990s during research on the effects of cannabis, the ECS has since emerged as a critical regulator of numerous physiological processes. While it might be most famously associated with […]