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The GRAS Loophole: Some Food Additives Are Allowed Without FDA Involvement
Many U.S. food additives enter the market through the GRAS loophole, allowing manufacturers to self-declare chemicals as safe without mandatory FDA review or disclosure. Originally meant for traditional foods, GRAS now covers synthetic additives often banned abroad. These chemicals can disrupt gut health, inflammation, and metabolism. With new nutrition guidance and dye bans, closing the GRAS loophole is the next critical step.

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20 hours ago3 min read


Goodbye Sugar, Hello Steak: The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines Take U.S. Nutrition in a New Direction
The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines mark a clear reset in U.S. nutrition policy. They move away from nutrient counting and low-fat dogma toward real, whole foods as the foundation of health. Ultra-processed foods and added sugar are explicitly discouraged, protein is prioritized at every meal, healthy fats from whole foods are welcomed, and alcohol guidance is tightened. The focus shifts to food quality, satiety, metabolic and gut health, with system-wide implications beyond the

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Jan 89 min read


Sugar Lobby, Science, Media and the Making of a Public Health Crisis
This essay examines how the sugar and prepared-foods industries reshaped nutrition science by redirecting attention away from sugar and refined carbohydrates and toward dietary fat. Through targeted research funding, media amplification, and policy influence, a manufactured scientific consensus was embedded in dietary guidelines. The resulting restructuring of the food supply closely tracked the rise of modern chronic diseases, revealing how corporate power shaped public heal

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Dec 29, 20256 min read


The Liver: Your Body’s Detox Hero & Nature’s Most Powerful Superfood
The liver is a vital organ responsible for metabolism, detoxification, nutrient storage, bile production, and hundreds of biochemical processes essential to life. Eating liver provides exceptional nutrition—rich in B12, vitamin A, iron, B vitamins, CoQ10, and complete protein—supporting energy, fertility, immunity, and blood health. As one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods, liver has long been valued in traditional and therapeutic diets.

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Dec 27, 20253 min read


Fed A Lie: The Hidden History of Seed Oils and the Rise of Modern Disease
“Fed A Lie” (Nov 2024) exposes how seed oils—marketed for decades as “heart-healthy”—have fueled the rise of obesity and chronic disease. Featuring Paul Saladino MD, Nina Teicholz PhD, Chris Knobbe MD, and athlete Bethany Hamilton 🏄🏼, the film reveals the history, science, and industry influence behind these industrial oils and urges a return to real, ancestral, nutrient-dense foods.

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Nov 24, 20254 min read


Seed Oils: The Metabolic Time Bomb in Your Diet
Industrial seed oils are highly processed, chemically fragile oils overloaded with Omega-6 fats that oxidize easily and flood modern diets through packaged and restaurant foods. Their damaged compounds and extreme Omega-6 imbalance drive inflammation, oxidative stress, and metabolic dysfunction. This article exposes how these oils are made, why we overconsume them, and healthier fats to choose instead.

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Nov 17, 20257 min read


Herbal Medicine: A Timeless, Holistic Approach to Natural Healing
Herbal medicine uses the healing power of plants to support the body’s natural ability to restore balance. Rooted in ancient traditions and refined by modern practice, it focuses on whole-body wellness, gentle remedies, and understanding each person’s unique health story.

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Nov 17, 20253 min read


The Gut–Illness Connection: 5 Herbs That Could Transform Modern Health
Herbal medicine expert Simon Mills reveals how poor gut health drives chronic illness, why antibiotic resistance is rising, and how everyday herbs—from garlic to turmeric—can support immunity, reduce inflammation, and offer natural alternatives to common drugs. He shares diet tips, plant remedies, and habits for long-term wellness.

ketogenicfasting
Nov 17, 20253 min read


Cheese: Comfort or Concern? What You Need to Know After 60
Cheese is a comfort food we all love, but after 60 it can impact health in surprising ways. In this video, discover the hidden risks in everyday cheeses, which varieties may be unsafe for seniors, and the benefits of choosing the right ones. Learn simple tips to enjoy cheese safely—keeping the flavor while protecting your health, energy, and independence. 🧀✨

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Sep 1, 20252 min read


🌱 The Soy Debate: Understanding the Benefits, Risks, and Impact on Health
Soy, including tofu, offers benefits like plant-based protein and heart health but raises concerns due to its estrogenic effects, potential thyroid disruption, and high GMO content. Women, especially those with thyroid issues or estrogen-sensitive conditions, should moderate soy intake. Chef Janine avoids soy in her gourmet keto meals to prioritize hormone-safe ingredients that support metabolic and overall health. Moderation and organic choices are key for safe soy consumpti

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May 10, 20256 min read


🌾 What's With Wheat? - Celiac Disease, Gluten Intolerance, Gluten Free Diet
“What’s With Wheat?” reveals how modern wheat has been genetically altered, chemically treated, and mass-produced—causing inflammation, gut issues, and a rise in gluten sensitivity and autoimmune diseases. Once a wholesome grain, wheat may now be fueling chronic health problems. This eye-opening documentary urges viewers to question today’s food system and consider cutting wheat for better health.

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May 6, 20255 min read


🛢️🥗 “Canola” Oil Is The Acronym For Rapeseed Oil
Canola oil, made from rapeseed, was rebranded in Canada to distance it from its toxic origins. High in omega-6, it contributes to inflammation when not balanced with omega-3s. A healthy fat intake includes a mix of omega-3, omega-6, saturated, and monounsaturated fats. To lower inflammation and disease risk, reduce omega-6 oils (like canola, soybean) and increase omega-3s from fish, flax, chia, walnuts, and grass-fed meats. Choose cooking oils like olive, avocado, butter, or

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Apr 11, 20255 min read


🧁🍩🍰 Why Are "Refined Carbohydrates" Problematic?
Refined carbs are processed to remove fiber and nutrients, boosting shelf life and sweetness but harming health. They cause blood sugar spikes and contribute to chronic illness. Whole grains retain natural nutrients and fiber, supporting heart and digestive health. Avoid foods with enriched flour, refined sugar, and added starch. Opt for whole grains, berries, nuts, and low-lactose yogurt to maintain energy and overall well-being.

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Jan 7, 20254 min read


⛔🥦🥕 Introducing The Must-Read Book "The Great Plant-Based Con"
In this video, Dr. Anthony Chaffee interviews Jayne Buxton about her book The Great Plant-Based Con, which challenges the health and environmental claims of plant-only diets. Buxton exposes how such diets can harm health, benefit Big Food and Big Pharma, and are promoted by biased media and powerful institutions. The book advocates for ethical, regenerative farming and omnivorous eating.

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Dec 31, 20242 min read


🌼💛🌿Hello, I'm A Dandelion. People Call Me A Weed, But I'm A Super Herb!
I'm here to heal your soil—don’t pull me! I grow only where soil is compacted, acidic, or low in calcium. My roots loosen soil, my leaves enrich it, and I help balance pH. If you uproot me early, I’ll return stronger! I'm also one of the first spring bloomers, feeding pollinators with rich nectar and pollen. My flowers are edible and sweet, and I’m packed with nutrients that benefit your health—nature's gift to soil, bees, and you! 🌼💛🌿

ketogenicfasting
Feb 15, 20245 min read


💎 Everything You Need To Know About Oxalates In Plant Foods
Oxalates are natural compounds in some plant foods that can bind to calcium in the body. Excess oxalates may form calcium oxalate kidney stones—8 in 10 stones are this type. High-oxalate foods include spinach, beets, rhubarb, and black tea. To reduce risk, stay hydrated, limit salt and protein, avoid high-dose vitamin C, and eat calcium-rich foods like broccoli and kale with meals. Proper cooking can reduce oxalate content in plant foods.

ketogenicfasting
Jan 11, 20244 min read


How Food Guide Pyramid Has Gotten Everything Wrong About Nutrition!
The original Food Guide Pyramid was designed and introduced was introduced by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1992....

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Jul 9, 20232 min read


🌻 Overstated Health Benefits of Plants & Who Can Benefit from Carnivore Diet
Dr. Paul Saladino argues that eating nose-to-tail animal foods provides all essential nutrients, while plants contain defense chemicals that may harm health. He questions the assumed benefits of polyphenols, fiber, and plant-based diets, highlighting that early humans were likely high-level carnivores. Organ meats are nutrient-dense and affordable. He advocates for fat-based metabolism, moderate protein intake, and challenges common views on plant compounds and supplements.

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May 30, 20233 min read


Diet-Heart Hypothesis Completely Debunked! FALSE: Saturated Fat Causes Heart Disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading global cause of death. For decades, the conventional wisdom has been that the consumption of...

ketogenicfasting
Oct 6, 20221 min read


Organic Diets Quickly Reduce The Amount Of "Herbicides" In Your Body!
A study found that switching to an organic diet reduced glyphosate levels by over 70% in adults and children within six days. Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide linked to cancer and hormone disruption, was detected in nearly all participants. While organic eating significantly lowers exposure, environmental contamination means some residue remains. The study highlights the urgent need for safer farming practices and stricter regulations.

ketogenicfasting
Jul 31, 20225 min read
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