Reposted from June 3, 2015 Most of us tend to check out the labels for the ingredients or calorie or carb count. However, don’t forget to check out the UPC bar codes and the PLU codes. You’ll be amazed at the “hidden” information they reveal. The Universal Product Code (UPC) is a series of numbersand […]
Reposted from April 22, 2015 It’s hard to believe that the Kraft Dinner many of us grew up on was so toxic! In particular, Kraft Mac and Cheese contains artificial Yellow Dye #5 and Yellow Dye #6. What’s the big deal you ask? It’s toxic and can be carcinogenic (that means its agents are known […]
Reposted from August 1, 2012 What are GMO foods anyway and why do they matter? GMO stands for genetically modified organism and GE meansgenetically engineered. Modern usage of GMO actually refers to genetically engineered crops where, in a laboratory, the DNA from one organism is spliced into the genes of another organism, or even another […]
Reposted from May 9, 2012 To eat organic or not to eat organic, that is the question. Perhaps the real question is what’s the difference and does it really matter? The first thing you notice with organic food is that it may not be as supersized with perfect shapes or as colorful as conventional food. […]
Thanksgiving Tips Thanksgiving is a festive time with friends and family but so often we tend to overdo it. I put together a little guideline to help keep us in check for the beginning of this decadent season. 1. Try not to “prepare” for the festive meal by starving yourself the day before […]
People are finally starting to get it. Our bodies are made of protein-our muscle, skin, organs, etc. It is not made of grains or sugars or fruit or even vegetables. We need protein to survive and thrive, build muscle and lose fat. However, most of us are not getting enough. We NEED protein at every […]
Know what you put in your body and read your food labels! When you go to the Supermarket, try to shop the perimeter. There, you will find more wholesome foods with fewer ingredients. Yes, less is more. As you enter into the middle of any supermarket, that’s where the ingredient list soars and you need […]
