The Rise of Frankenfood
The term “Frankenfood” is best known for food that has been genetically modified and Frankenfood is on the rise! The popularity of “Plant-Based” faux meat is on the rise and grocery stores are lining the aisles with the modified food. Companies are cashing in on the billion-dollar industry and the industry can say and do pretty…
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Ways to Break Your Bad Eating Habits for Weight Loss
There’s more to putting an end to unhealthy eating habits than following a strict weight loss program and attending diet and nutrition courses. A lot of willpower, exercise, and sleep also comes into play. Here are some quick fixes to help you lose those extra pounds and come up with the perfect diet plan for…
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It’s Easy to Get Caught up in the Holiday Season
Happy Holidays! It’s easy to get caught up in the holiday season as the festive atmosphere invites us to “Eat, drink and be merry!” The temptation to indulge in the social events that include exquisite foods and drinks takes hold of our diets. Office parties occur in most workplaces and the temptation to eat — for some…
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Sugar is Destroying Your Diet and Health
Did you know the average American consumes almost 152 pounds of sugar in one year? This is equal to 3 pounds (or 6 cups) of sugar consumed in one week! This alarming statistic equates to an average of 42.5 teaspoons of sugar per day and half of that sugar is in candy and breakfast cereal.…
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Health Care Is Bankrupting Our Nation
It’s radically sad that food is the leading cause of diseases. Chronic ailments such as heart disease, diabetes and premature death are destroying the American Middle Class. In our continued series on the effects diet has on our health and well-being, let’s explore the financial impact diet has on our pocketbook too! Social insurance spending…
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