
Today, processed foods account for around 70 percent of the calories consumed in America. Farmer’s markets and organic produce are becoming far more plentiful, but Americans are still eating more processed food than ever before. Processed foods are foods altered by manipulation, often to the point that their ingredients aren’t recognizable, with labels that are all but indecipherable. They usually come in some sort of packaging―boxes, bags, cans, etc.―and many have additives that are harmful to your cells, namely in the form of chemicals and artificial ingredients. What’s more, most are loaded with sugars such as high fructose corn syrup and refined flours that pile on weight and set you up for weight gain, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes. If you want to be healthy, it’s up to you to figure out how to shop wisely by learning about good nutrition and the health advantages of whole, simple, organic foods. Read more…
You meal prep, prioritize healthy eating, track your physical activity, and still watch the scale creep up. You cut fewer calories, add more steps, and your energy stays flat. If […]
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