Fullness, Fitness, Freshness: The Health Trifecta
Author: Anita Hummel
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All About Emulsifiers In Ultra-Processed Foods
It is a common understanding that ultra-processed foods aren’t the best for your health. Many of these foods contain minimal, natural, whole ingredients. One ingredient that frequently shows up in ultra-processed foods is emulsifiers. So, you might wonder, are emulsifiers excellent or bad for you? Should you be worried about consuming them? Keep reading as…
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My “Why” For Pursuing Weight Loss – Our “Why’s” Are Important
Recently, I consulted with a physiotherapist, expecting to receive a list of exercises to improve my condition. Surprisingly, the first thing he told me was that I needed to lose weight. While this wasn’t news, it was a wake-up call that sparked deeper reflection. He asked me, “What is your ‘Why’? Why do you want…
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Effective Ways To Overcome A Coke Or Soda Addiction
Those of us who’ve struggled with addiction to Diet Coke or regular Coke understand that it’s not just a casual habit; it’s a bona fide addiction. There’s something irresistible about the drink that keeps you coming back for just one more sip, one more can. Recognizing it as an addiction is the first step toward…
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How Ultra-Processed Foods Taken Over And What They Are Doing
The category of ultra-processed foods has seen exponential growth and is now more prevalent than ever. Many people are curious about the origins of this trend and why these foods continue to gain popularity at such a rapid rate. We’ll delve into the meteoric rise of ultra-processed foods and examine why they remain popular for…
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Why Many Ultra-Processed Foods (UPF) Are Unhealthy
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have been under increasing scrutiny for their potential health risks, and rightfully so. Many UPFs are essentially a mix of chemicals rather than genuine food. Imagine being offered a bowl of chemicals alongside an apple; which would you choose? While most would instinctively opt for the apple, the irony is that when…
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Ultra-Processed Foods: A Global Threat To Public Health
In my own experience, I’ve witnessed a striking transformation in Asian countries like Thailand, China, and Vietnam, where once slim children have increasingly gained weight. This change coincides with the introducing of fast food and ultra-processed foods into their daily diets. Given this reality, it’s hardly surprising to learn that such foods are detrimental to…