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09/30/2024

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09/30/2024

10 most unhealthy foods people consume on a daily basis
Story by Sayan Ghosh
• 5mo •
Most unhealthy foods are high in sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial additives.
If you consume these types of foods regularly, you may face various health problems. For instance, you might experience weight gain, deteriorating heart health, and a higher risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension.
Even though occasional indulgence in these foods is not harmful, consistently relying on them can significantly harm your overall health and well-being.
Here are the 10 most unhealthy foods people consume daily.
Soda and Sugary Drinks Processed Meats Deep-Fried Foods White Bread Candy Bars Ice Cream Pizza (Commercially Made) High-Calorie Coffee Drinks Pastries, Cookies, and Cakes Potato Chips and French Fries

In conclusion, while we often reach for these foods for their taste and convenience, it's important to be aware of the long-term health consequences they carry. Regularly indulging in sodas, processed meats, deep-fried foods, white bread, candy bars, ice cream, commercial pizzas, high-calorie coffee drinks, pastries, and snacks like chips and fries can lead to a range of serious health issues.
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09/27/2024

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The study tracked 400,000 people from 1995 through 2019.
A new study shows that a plant-based diet is even healthier than previously believed and could likely extend your lifespan.
According to a report posted by Medical Xpress, a new study from the National Institutes of Health shows that getting the majority of the fats in your diet from plants, such as nuts, grains, or vegetables, rather than animal products like meat, cheese, and butter saw significantly reduced risks of dying during the 24-year study period and a sizable decrease in the chances of death from heart disease.
The study tracked over 400,000 people from 1995 through 2019, sorting them into five groups depending on how much plant or animal fat they ate as part of their diet.
According to Dr. Demetrius Albanes, who led the study, it "provides evidence that diets high in animal-based fats, including dairy and eggs, are associated with elevated risks of overall and cardiovascular disease mortality."
According to the study, those who were in the top 20% — or those whose diets consisted of the most plant-based fatty acids — had a 9% lower chance of dying from any cause and a 14% lower chance of dying from heart disease than those who were in the lowest 20%.
Taking the data further, those who got the majority of their fats from vegetable oils compared to other sources had "12 percent lower odds for all-cause death and 15 percent lower odds for death from heart disease."
To further drive home the point, the study showed that those who ranked in the 20% whose diets included the most animal-based fats had a 16% higher chance of dying from heart disease and a 14% higher chance of dying from any cause.
Other studies have shown that plant-based diets reduce stress and anxiety as well as reduce the severity of prostate cancer.
Apart from the obvious health benefits of a plant-based diet, moving away from an animal-based farming system will have a significant benefit to our planet as well. According to an EPA report from April, summarized by the Center for Biological Diversity, agriculture is the leading source of the United States' methane and nitrous oxide pollution — two of the primary planet-warming gases — and animal agriculture is responsible for 36% of the methane.
If we reduce our dependence on animals in our diet, we can reduce the amount of dangerous gases they produce, which helps cool our planet.
Dr. Albanes' study also noted that switching to a plant-based diet could still make a significant impact on your well-being.
"Replacement of 5% energy [intake] from animal fat with 5% energy from plant fat, particularly fat from grains or vegetable oils, was associated with a lower risk for mortality," the study said, per Medical Xpress, pointing out a "4% to 24% reduction in overall mortality, and 5% to 30% reduction in cardiovascular mortality."

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09/25/2024

Natural Flavors Part 2
Are Natural Flavors Safe or Unsafe?
According to the FDA, natural flavoring and any substance added to food before labeling must be safe.
This is ensured by the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association of the United States (FEMA) Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) program, which researches the safety of natural flavors and other food additives.
Remember that natural flavoring can still be highly processed, even though its source is based in nature. It frequently contains artificial and synthetic chemicals, which are used in the processing.
Artificial Flavor vs. Natural Flavor
Artificial flavors and natural flavors are different.
The FDA also defines "artificial flavor" within the Code of Federal Regulations Title 21. Like natural flavors, artificial flavors have the purpose of flavoring rather than providing nutritional value. However, artificial flavors are not derived from natural sources such as plants, meat, or dairy.
Since both natural and artificial flavors go through lengthy synthetic chemical processing, neither option is "healthy," despite natural flavors coming from sources of nature.
Are Natural Flavors Vegetarian?
Natural flavors are not always vegetarian. According to the FDA, natural flavors can be derived from meat, seafood, poultry, eggs, and dairy.
If you have doubts about whether natural flavoring in an ingredient list is vegetarian, look for a vegetarian symbol on the packaging.
The FDA does not mandate the labeling of plant-based products.
Are Natural Flavors Gluten Free?
Most, but not all, natural flavors are gluten-free. In some cases, they may be derived from gluten-containing items such as wheat, barley, rye, malt, brewer's yeast, and more.
If the FDA-approved product contains wheat, this will be included in an allergen statement. However, it could still include malt, for which the FDA does not require disclosure. In that case, look for a gluten-free symbol on the product.
If the product lists natural flavoring but does not have a gluten-free symbol, it may not be safe to eat. Try contacting the manufacturer for clarification.
What About Organic Natural Flavor?
Organic natural flavor is different from natural flavor because it has a more rigorous set of requirements.
As of December 27, 2019, if a product is certified organic, it must contain only "organic natural flavors" when commercially available. However, "natural flavors" are acceptable when the organic form of a specific flavor is unavailable.
The term "organic" is defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). To be called "organic natural flavor," the flavor must:
• Comply with the organic processing requirements, including being produced without the use of ionizing radiation or genetic engineering
• Produced without synthetic solvents, synthetic carriers, and artificial preservatives
• Comply with the organic labeling requirements
• Be comprised of a minimum of 95% organically produced ingredients
Verdict: Natural Flavor Safety
The FDA defines natural flavor to ensure it is safe for consumption before approving its use in FDA-approved products. The FEMA GRAS program researches the safety of thousands of natural flavors.
It is safe to consume natural flavors. Remember that the FDA assesses what qualifies as a natural flavoring for flavor, not nutritional value.
Summary
Natural flavors are defined and regulated by the FDA, and exist for the purpose of adding flavor to food that otherwise may not have enough flavor. In order to be called a "natural flavor," it must be derived from a natural source. However, natural flavors can be highly processed, like artificial flavors, and the term "natural" doesn't mean it is either good or bad for you.
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1. Goodman MJ. The “natural” vs. “Natural flavors” conflict in food labeling: a regulatory viewpoint. Food Drug Law J. 2017;72(1):78-102. PMID: 29140655.
2. Food and Drug Administration. CFR - code of federal regulations title 21.
3. United States Food and Drug Administration. Generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
4. Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association of the United States (FEMA). About FEMA GRAS program.
5. Gluten Intolerance Group. Are "natural flavors" a concern if I'm gluten free?
6. National Celiac Association. Are natural flavorings gluten free?
7. Organic Trade Association (OTA). USDA organic flavors required when commercially available.
8. United States Department of Agriculture. USDA organic.

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09/23/2024

What Is Natural Flavor?
By Sarah Bence, OTR/L
Updated on January 08, 2024
Medically reviewed by Karina Tolentino, RD
Natural flavor is the fourth most common ingredient in food products, after salt, water, and sugar. You have probably seen it listed on ingredient labels for food and beverage items before and wondered what "natural flavor" actually means.
What Does the ‘Natural’ in 'Natural Flavoring' Mean?
Based on the FDA's definition above, the "natural" in "natural flavoring" refers to the source of the flavor. The source must be a naturally occurring item, such as plant matter, meat, or dairy.
Note that the FDA does not define the term "natural," and there is no legal definition.
Popular Foods and Drinks That Contain Natural Flavor
The following is an incomplete list of popular food and beverage items that frequently contain natural flavor in the ingredient list:
• Sodas
• Sparkling waters
• Energy drinks
• Chips
• Soups
• Candies
• Premade fruit and vegetable juices
• Packaged smoothies
Come back for Part 2 in this series we will have answers to questions like
What are the countless Ingredients in Natural Flavor, and Are Natural Flavors Safe or Unsafe?

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09/01/2024

DON’T LET ANYBODY GET INSIDE YOUR HEAD AND STEAL
YOUR JOY
YOUR FAITH
YOUR PEACE
YOUR INTEGRITY
YOUR CONFIDENCE
YOUR DETERMINATION

Deuteronomy 31:6

All the world’s unrest, the negativity, the fear, the uncertainty, and everything being thrown at us, these things can get inside our heads…. if we allow it.
DON’T ALLOW IT!!!!

Isaiah 41:10

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08/30/2024

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08/30/2024

“Eat to beat disease.”
“Use nutrition to ease what ails you.”
(Source: from a 2002 Readers Digest Association Inc. book, titled- Fight Back with Food) (see pages 10 & 11) First printing in paperback 2007
the new nutrition
Research shows that a single plant food can contain hundreds of disease-fighting nutrients called Phyto- chemicals: compounds that are responsible for the brilliant color and distinct flavor and aroma of fruits vegetables and whole grains.
Everyday foods such as green peas or potatoes or apples contain nutrients that may help ward off cancer, heart disease, depression, obesity, allergies, and other disorders.
Phytochemicals in their native state act as protective barriers shielding plants against insects, bacteria, viruses, UV light and other environmental threats.
Fortunately, the benefits of phytochemicals extend beyond the botanical world. These potent plant compounds appear to guard the human body from disease in a variety of ways. According to research many phytochemicals help the body to dispose of potentially hazardous substances including carcinogens and may protect DNA in cells from damage that can trigger a disease process.
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