If you’re eating something you did not personally cook or that is not fresh, it mostly likely will have a preservative in it. Most processed foods are made in a factory where preservatives need to…
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Organic Food – Are you getting what you paid for? Do you shop organic? Most people who shop organic choose to do so for safer and better controlled foods. Buying organic meats and produce can…
Because of the recent surge in sugar consumption, many companies and consumers now use artificial sweeteners to sweeten their food and drinks. These artificial sweeteners and artificially-sweetened products hide behind the claim that they have…
The word “artificial” has several dictionary definitions. 1. Produced by humans. 2. Lacking naturalness. 3. Made without regard to the particular needs of a situation or person. All three definitions are fitting for artificial food…
The word “artificial” has several dictionary definitions. 1. Produced by humans. 2. Lacking naturalness. 3. Made without regard to the particular needs of a situation or person. All three definitions are fitting for artificial food…
If you are involved in any type of competitive athletics or regular exercise, as a teens your nutrient and fluid needs are higher than the average person. Whether you are swimming, lifting weights, or sprinting,…
Hunger and Appetite – Same Difference? Winter weather can make us pack on more than just a few extra layers of clothing. We may find ourselves packing on a few extra pounds. Researchers find that…
Can you think of the last time you left the house in the morning without glancing into a mirror? The mirror has become part of our daily routine. When we look at our reflection, we…
In recent years and with the popularity of nutritional documentaries such as “Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead,” we have come to realize just how amazing green vegetables and leaves are for us. While green leafy…
Whey protein shakes can boost your weight loss to a whole new level. Obesity has been steadily increasing in the United States for the past 20 years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and…