5 of the Worst Ingredients in Processed Foods
Processed foods have earned a bad reputation, partially for the ingredients they contain. Here are five of the worst ingredients you commonly find in processed and packaged foods.
April 23, 2017
Tag: Emulsifiers
Are Food Additives in Packaged Foods Harmful?
Food additives – should you fear them or not? Some additives in packaged foods have come under scrutiny recently. Find out what they are and whether you should be concerned about food additives in general.
March 5, 2017
Do Processed Foods Increase the Risk for Autoimmune Diseases?
Autoimmune diseases are on the rise. Could diet play a role in why such problems as autoimmune thyroid disease are becoming more common? Find out whether what types of foods are now being linked with autoimmune disorders.
April 3, 2016
Do Food Additives Destroy Healthy Gut Bacteria?
As you know, most processed foods contain a variety of additives, including preservatives, emulsifiers, and sweeteners. Now research shows some of these additives may destroy healthy gut bacteria that live in your intestinal tract and this may jeopardize your health. Find out how.
November 22, 2015
Ingredient in Processed Foods Linked with Weight Gain and Metabolic Syndrome
There are lots of reasons to limit the amount of processed foods in your diet. A new study suggests an ingredient common in processed foods may trigger metabolic issues and weight gain. As if the sugar in processed foods isn’t bad enough, here’s another reason to avoid them.
March 1, 2015