Processed foods are one of the main reasons people all over the world are getting fat and sick. We eat TONS of them as a nation and globally. But what are processed foods and why are they so dangerous? Many foods are processed in some way, peanuts are churned into natural peanut butter, gourmet cheeses are made from milk, and homemade bread is made from a recipe. But there’s a difference between mechanical processing and chemical processing that creates so many dangerous junk foods like … [Read more...]
How to avoid GMO in 9 steps
Genetically modified foods are in our food supply. But we can’t really be sure exactly where because here in the U.S. there are no labeling requirements on GMOs. However, knowing how to avoid GMOs can happen. In fact, there are some easy steps you can take to avoid GMOs fairly confidently. Until GMO labeling is enforced in the U.S. no plan short of growing everything you eat can be 100 percent, and that's not a reality for most of us. So, these steps are a great starting point to having more … [Read more...]
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13 baking substitutes!
I found this chart on Pinterest and thought I should share! … [Read more...]